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Vintage Rey Urban for A. Fausing Modernist Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Vintage Rey Urban for A. Fausing Modernist Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace

Vintage Rey Urban for A. Fausing Modernist Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed Danish Modern pendant necklace. In sterling silver. Designed by Rey Urban for Age

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pendant Necklace
Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pendant Necklace

Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pendant Necklace

Located in Queens, NY

Modernist Sterling Silver Amber Pendant Necklace, featuring one detachable silver pendant

Category

20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace
Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace

Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace

By David Andersen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Mid-Century Modern necklace or neckpiece. By David Andersen. In sterling silver

Category

20th Century Norwegian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hans Hansen Danish Modernist Sterling Silver Mesh Necklace Pendant
Hans Hansen Danish Modernist Sterling Silver Mesh Necklace Pendant

Hans Hansen Danish Modernist Sterling Silver Mesh Necklace Pendant

By Hans Hansen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Danish Modern pendant by Hans Hansen. In sterling silver with a series of 10 chain link

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

James Parker Sterling Silver San Diego Modernist Puzzle Pendant
James Parker Sterling Silver San Diego Modernist Puzzle Pendant

James Parker Sterling Silver San Diego Modernist Puzzle Pendant

By James Parker

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Oxidized sterling silver pendant created by silversmith James Parker of San Diego, California

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

James Parker Sterling Silver Turquoise Enamel Brutal Modernist Pendant
James Parker Sterling Silver Turquoise Enamel Brutal Modernist Pendant

James Parker Sterling Silver Turquoise Enamel Brutal Modernist Pendant

By James Parker

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Sterling silver and turquoise enamel modernist pendant created by James Parker of San Diego

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Modernist Malachite and Sterling Silver Pendant, Mexico, Late 20th Century
Modernist Malachite and Sterling Silver Pendant, Mexico, Late 20th Century

Modernist Malachite and Sterling Silver Pendant, Mexico, Late 20th Century

Located in Chatham, CA

Modernist Malachite and sterling silver unisex pendant - featuring a large polished bezel set

Category

Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Signed FAF Sterling Silver Malachite Large Modernist Pendant
Signed FAF Sterling Silver Malachite Large Modernist Pendant

Signed FAF Sterling Silver Malachite Large Modernist Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Large sterling silver and malachite modernist pendant, signed FAF. Beautiful natural banded oval

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Abstract Modernist Sterling Silver Los Ballestros Mexico Pendant / Pin
Abstract Modernist Sterling Silver Los Ballestros Mexico Pendant / Pin

Abstract Modernist Sterling Silver Los Ballestros Mexico Pendant / Pin

By Los Ballesteros

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling silver abstract modernist pin/pendant by Mexican artisan Los Ballesteros. Beautifully

Category

20th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

James Parker Sterling Silver Orange and Pink Enamel San Diego Modernist Pendant
James Parker Sterling Silver Orange and Pink Enamel San Diego Modernist Pendant

James Parker Sterling Silver Orange and Pink Enamel San Diego Modernist Pendant

By James Parker

Located in Palm Springs, CA

One of a kind sterling silver and orange and pink enamel kinetic modernist pendant created by James

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

2 Hammered Modernist Sterling Silver Cross Pendants with Chain
2 Hammered Modernist Sterling Silver Cross Pendants with Chain

2 Hammered Modernist Sterling Silver Cross Pendants with Chain

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Set of 2 sterling silver crosses with chain. Larger and smaller hammered sterling silver crosses

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silvorra Modernist 8.78 Carat Natural Ruby Floral Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Silvorra Modernist 8.78 Carat Natural Ruby Floral Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver

Silvorra Modernist 8.78 Carat Natural Ruby Floral Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

radiant 925 sterling silver. The rubies, pear-shaped 6.5 x 4.5 mm and round 2.3 mm, total 8.78 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Modernist Wire Collar with Geometric Pendant, c. 1990s
Sterling Silver Modernist Wire Collar with Geometric Pendant, c. 1990s

Sterling Silver Modernist Wire Collar with Geometric Pendant, c. 1990s

Located in Morongo Valley, CA

Minimalist wire collar paired with a geometric carved pink shell pendant from Thailand. Sterling

Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Modernist Angel Musician Enamel Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Modernist Angel Musician Enamel Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Modernist Angel Musician Enamel Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

(65mm) wide. The pendant is hallmarked 925 for Sterling Silver. The pendant weighs 26 grams. The

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver

Modernist Rachel Gera Sterling Flower Pendant
Modernist Rachel Gera Sterling Flower Pendant

Modernist Rachel Gera Sterling Flower Pendant

By Rachel Gera

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Sterling silver double-flower pendant designed by Israeli artist Rachel Gera. Signed on back

Category

20th Century Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Unisex Iconic Logo G Rectangle Modernist Pendant Sterling Silver
Gucci Vintage Unisex Iconic Logo G Rectangle Modernist Pendant Sterling Silver

Gucci Vintage Unisex Iconic Logo G Rectangle Modernist Pendant Sterling Silver

By Gucci

Located in Wokingham, England

Gucci Vintage Unisex Iconic Classic Logo G Glow Rectangle Modernist Pendant Charm, 925 Sterling

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Irvin and Bonnie Burkee Sterling Silver American Modernist Necklace
Irvin and Bonnie Burkee Sterling Silver American Modernist Necklace

Irvin and Bonnie Burkee Sterling Silver American Modernist Necklace

By Irvin and Bonnie Burkee

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Sterling silver abstract modernist necklace created by Irvin and Bonnie Burkee, circa 1950's

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Red Carnelian Coral Modernist Artisan Made 925 Sterling Silver Necklace
Red Carnelian Coral Modernist Artisan Made 925 Sterling Silver Necklace

Red Carnelian Coral Modernist Artisan Made 925 Sterling Silver Necklace

Located in Eagan, MN

"sterling". The pendant is 2.10 inches long and .88 inches wide. I photographed on 2 different chains and

Category

2010s Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Milton Cavagnaro Sterling Silver Exotic Wood California Modernist Necklace
Milton Cavagnaro Sterling Silver Exotic Wood California Modernist Necklace

Milton Cavagnaro Sterling Silver Exotic Wood California Modernist Necklace

By Milton Cavagnaro

Located in Palm Springs, CA

California studio exotic wood pendant necklace with applied hand forged sterling design created by

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gold Wash Over Sterling Silver Sculptural Modernist Signed Artisan Necklace
Gold Wash Over Sterling Silver Sculptural Modernist Signed Artisan Necklace

Gold Wash Over Sterling Silver Sculptural Modernist Signed Artisan Necklace

Located in North Miami, FL

gold wash over sterling silver. Artisan made. The length/ height is 17.5 " L/W. Just the chain alone is

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Other

E. SILVERT 1960 Modernist Acrobats Sculptural Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver
E. SILVERT 1960 Modernist Acrobats Sculptural Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver

E. SILVERT 1960 Modernist Acrobats Sculptural Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver

Located in Miami, FL

Modernist sculptural necklace designed by E. Silvert. We are offering here a large sterling silver

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Modernist Georg Jensen Astrid Fog Large Sterling Silver Cross Bars Necklace
Modernist Georg Jensen Astrid Fog Large Sterling Silver Cross Bars Necklace

Modernist Georg Jensen Astrid Fog Large Sterling Silver Cross Bars Necklace

By Georg Jensen

Located in New York, NY

Scarce large 1970's Scandinavian Modernist sterling silver cross bars necklace by Astrid Fog for

Category

20th Century Danish Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

925 Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Aquamarine Snowflake Pendant for Graduation
925 Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Aquamarine Snowflake Pendant for Graduation

925 Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Aquamarine Snowflake Pendant for Graduation

Located in New York, NY

Aquamarine Snowflake Pendant for Grandma In 925 Sterling Silver studded with round, square cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver

Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace
Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace

Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Artisanal Modernist sterling silver necklace of hand hammered teardrop shaped pendant framing an

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Dynamic Modernist Free-form Amber Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Dynamic Modernist Free-form Amber Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Dynamic Modernist Free-form Amber Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Bold and Spectacular Modernist One-of-a-Kind Runway Necklace comprising a large Genuine Free-form

Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Vintage Erling Christoffersen Sterling Silver Anchor Pendant and Collar
Vintage Erling Christoffersen Sterling Silver Anchor Pendant and Collar

Vintage Erling Christoffersen Sterling Silver Anchor Pendant and Collar

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage hammered sterling silver collar necklace and anchor pendant designed by Erling

Category

Mid-20th Century Norwegian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Brutalist Sterling Silver & Turquoise Nugget Pendant Necklace
Mid-Century Brutalist Sterling Silver & Turquoise Nugget Pendant Necklace

Mid-Century Brutalist Sterling Silver & Turquoise Nugget Pendant Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Mid-Century Brutalist necklace. Consisting of a heavy, cast sterling silver pendant with a

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO 1975 Elsa Peretti Abstract Buckle-Pendant In.925 Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & CO 1975 Elsa Peretti Abstract Buckle-Pendant In.925 Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & CO 1975 Elsa Peretti Abstract Buckle-Pendant In.925 Sterling Silver

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

70's. It was masterfully crafted in very limited amounts in .925/.999 sterling silver with polished

Category

Vintage 1970s Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Franz Scheuerle Vintage Sterling Silver 925 Agate Pendant, 1970s
Franz Scheuerle Vintage Sterling Silver 925 Agate Pendant, 1970s

Franz Scheuerle Vintage Sterling Silver 925 Agate Pendant, 1970s

Located in Arnhem, NL

A vintage pendant made of sterling silver/ silver 925 set with a cabochon of agate in earthy tones

Category

20th Century German Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Silver

GUCCI 1990 Firenze Horse-Bit Pendant Necklace In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
GUCCI 1990 Firenze Horse-Bit Pendant Necklace In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

GUCCI 1990 Firenze Horse-Bit Pendant Necklace In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

By Gucci

Located in Miami, FL

the iconic horse-bits pattern in solid .925/.999 sterling silver with high polished finish. The twenty

Category

1990s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

January Birthstone Natural Garnet Flower Sterling Silver Pendant Gift for Women
January Birthstone Natural Garnet Flower Sterling Silver Pendant Gift for Women

January Birthstone Natural Garnet Flower Sterling Silver Pendant Gift for Women

Located in New York, NY

January Birthstone Natural Garnet Flower Sterling Silver Pendant in sterling silver studded with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cabochon Turquoise Unisex Drop Pendant with Cubic Zirconia in Sterling Silver
Cabochon Turquoise Unisex Drop Pendant with Cubic Zirconia in Sterling Silver

Cabochon Turquoise Unisex Drop Pendant with Cubic Zirconia in Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This Cabochon Turquoise Unisex Drop Pendant with Cubic Zirconia in Sterling Silver pendant features

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

925 Sterling Silver Minimal Multi Tourmaline Cherry Pendant for Graduation Gift
925 Sterling Silver Minimal Multi Tourmaline Cherry Pendant for Graduation Gift

925 Sterling Silver Minimal Multi Tourmaline Cherry Pendant for Graduation Gift

Located in New York, NY

Minimal Multi Tourmaline Cherry Pendant in sterling silver studded with round cut multi tourmaline

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co 1981 Elsa Peretti Abstract Pendant Buckle in.925 Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co 1981 Elsa Peretti Abstract Pendant Buckle in.925 Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co 1981 Elsa Peretti Abstract Pendant Buckle in.925 Sterling Silver

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

The Eternal Circle. The pendant was carefully crafted in .925/.999 sterling silver with mirrored high

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silvorra Natural Citrine & Zirconia Flower Halo Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Silvorra Natural Citrine & Zirconia Flower Halo Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver

Silvorra Natural Citrine & Zirconia Flower Halo Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

This elegant pendant by Silvorra is crafted in solid 925 sterling silver and adorned with 15

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Multicolor Flower Pendant Chain Necklace Birthday Gift for Wife
Sterling Silver Multicolor Flower Pendant Chain Necklace Birthday Gift for Wife

Sterling Silver Multicolor Flower Pendant Chain Necklace Birthday Gift for Wife

Located in New York, NY

Multicolor Flower Pendant Chain Necklace in sterling silver. You shall need this floral pendant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Heart Pendant from 1975
Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Heart Pendant from 1975

Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Heart Pendant from 1975

By Brusca Dante

Located in New York, NY

Modernist design sterling silver heart pendant by New York City jewelry design team Jack Brusca and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Zoo Series Gorilla Pendant Necklace
Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Zoo Series Gorilla Pendant Necklace

Brusca - Dante Sterling Silver Zoo Series Gorilla Pendant Necklace

By Brusca Dante

Located in New York, NY

Modernist design sterling silver gorilla pendant part of the zoo series created by New York City

Category

Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Ruby and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Ruby and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace

Ruby and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

Diamonds, weighing approx. 1.02tcw. Hand crafted in 925 Sterling Silver and 14K Yellow Gold. The Cross

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color
Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color

Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color

Located in Peshawar, PK

Premium Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Top Quality Handmade Opal Pendant with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color
Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color

Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Handmade with Play of Color

Located in Peshawar, PK

Premium Natural White Opal Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver – Top Quality Handmade Opal Pendant with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Echo of the Dreamer Butterfly Moth Pendant Brooch Amethyst Pearl Sterling Silver
Echo of the Dreamer Butterfly Moth Pendant Brooch Amethyst Pearl Sterling Silver

Echo of the Dreamer Butterfly Moth Pendant Brooch Amethyst Pearl Sterling Silver

Located in New York, NY

with carved Amethyst Wings, a stunning Pearl body, Lapis Lazuli at the tail and in Sterling Silver

Category

20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

Rare John Pagacz Hand Carved Ebony Pearl Michigan Modernist Pendant Necklace
Rare John Pagacz Hand Carved Ebony Pearl Michigan Modernist Pendant Necklace

Rare John Pagacz Hand Carved Ebony Pearl Michigan Modernist Pendant Necklace

Located in Palm Springs, CA

. Pendant measures 4 3/4" by 4" and suspends from a 17" fine sterling silver chain. Necklace is unsigned

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Early Betty Cooke Kinetic Sterling Wishbone Pendants Lariat on Leather Cord
Early Betty Cooke Kinetic Sterling Wishbone Pendants Lariat on Leather Cord

Early Betty Cooke Kinetic Sterling Wishbone Pendants Lariat on Leather Cord

By Betty Cooke

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Rare, 1950's lariat necklace with kinetic wishbone sterling silver pendants created by Betty Cooke

Category

Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Eighteen-Karat Gold & Silver Pendant "Poseidon's Trident" by Zolotas
Eighteen-Karat Gold & Silver Pendant "Poseidon's Trident" by Zolotas

Eighteen-Karat Gold & Silver Pendant "Poseidon's Trident" by Zolotas

By Zolotas

Located in New York, NY

France, circa 1970. It consists of 18k yellow gold and sterling silver. Its formed in alternating

Category

Vintage 1970s Greek Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Enamel Jockey Cap Cigar Cutter on Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Vintage Enamel Jockey Cap Cigar Cutter on Sterling Silver Chain Necklace

Vintage Enamel Jockey Cap Cigar Cutter on Sterling Silver Chain Necklace

Located in Montreal, QC

suspended on a Sterling Silver chain. Approx. size of cap: 1.25" long; chain measures approx. 15.75” long

Category

Vintage 1960s Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace 1970s
Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace 1970s

Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace 1970s

Located in Wallkill, NY

Bold, Modern and sleek sterling silver Pendant. Measuring 2.00 square. Snake chain. 25 inch chain

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silvorra Cushion Cut Green Amethyst & White Zircon Pendant in 925 Silver
Silvorra Cushion Cut Green Amethyst & White Zircon Pendant in 925 Silver

Silvorra Cushion Cut Green Amethyst & White Zircon Pendant in 925 Silver

Located in New York, NY

This elegant 925 sterling silver pendant showcases a single natural green amethyst cushion-cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver

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Modernist Sterling Silver Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact modernist sterling silver pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 147 antique edition and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect modernist sterling silver pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a modernist sterling silver pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, James Parker and Jack Nutting are consistently popular. While most can agree that any modernist sterling silver pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 5 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a modernist sterling silver pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Modernist Sterling Silver Pendant?

Prices for a modernist sterling silver pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $17,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $950.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.