71 count Natural Multi-Color Pearl Necklace
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful and elegant natural multi-colored pearl necklace that features 71 pearls which are 11 mm.
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
71 count Natural Multi-Color Pearl Necklace
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a beautiful and elegant natural multi-colored pearl necklace that features 71 pearls which are 11 mm.
Pearl
Seaman Schepps 14K Gold Multi-Colored Gemstone & Pearl Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Queens, NY
Seaman Schepps 14K Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Gemstone Pearl Necklace, featuring one detachable brooch / clasp featuring a centered bezel set carved ruby pear shaped cabochon weighing...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Yell...
Multi Colored Pearl Collar, Jay Feinberg
By Jay Feinberg
Located in New York, NY
Jay Feinberg multi strand collar in bronze toned 12 mm faux pearls with centerpiece of multicolored pearls in wonderful jewel tones. The spacers are large gilt wood elongated triangl...
Colored Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
French, Colored Cultured Pearl And Diamond Necklace. This necklace has black cultured pearls (10.50- 11.50 mm), circular cut diamonds weighing approximately 35 carats fine quality d...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|34% Off
Michael Kneebone Khaki Colored Petal Pearl Double Strand Torsade Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Two strands of highly baroque freshwater pearls in rich colors of khaki, tan and bronze are twisted together to create this stylish torsade necklace. The unusually colored collectio...
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Real Natural Intensely Multi-Colored Real Pearls 17" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These pinky purply bluey goldy natural Pearls stand out glowing intensely around your neck. This is 17 inches long. The clasp is an easy to use silver hook clasp. The largest pear...
Pearl, Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Double Strand Pearl Necklace with Multi Colored Gemstone
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Weight: 11.78 grams Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Extraordinary Estate Yvel Multi-Colored Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
Seventy five fancy cut yellow, ochre and champagne diamonds, approximately 10 carats in total, are artfully set between the pearls to highlight the lustre of each. Pearls: 59, Baroqu...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Multi-colored Pearl Shells and Large Round Opal 20" Double-Strand Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Multi-colored real Pearl shells are decorated with big round highly polished brown and greenish brown 16" Opals.
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Multi-Stone, Diamond, Colored Diamond, Seed Pearl, Enamel, Gold Pendant
Located in San Antonio, TX
This unique pendant features an emerald cut amethyst weighing approximately 17.00 carats, set along with colored diamonds weighing approximately 1.50cts, emerald cabochons, sapphire ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, 14k Gold
Hand Carved Agate Flower Enhancer and Coffee Colored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely hand carved agate flower necklace is a conversation piece and wonderful way to add interest to your wardrobe. The agate flower has subtle color variations of tan and amb...
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Multi color pearl neckalce
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold South Sea Multi-Colored Pearl Single Strand Necklace Diamond Clasp Metal: 18k white gold Weight: 83.7 grams Pearls: South sea cultured pearls 10-12.5mm each Diam...
Diamond, Pearl
Certified 623 Carat Sapphire and Pearl Beaded Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
.* A beautiful 623 carat faceted pear shape, multi colored beaded, natural Sapphire and Pearl necklace, with Diamond and 18k white gold rondelles.
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
$16,875Sale Price|25% Off
14 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearl Multicolored and Diamond Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k WG South Sea Pearl multi colored and diamond necklace, containing 10 multi natural colored south sea pearls measuring 9.5mm-12mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Multi Colored Pearl Chain with Smokey Quartz
Located in New York, NY
Rich Multi Color Pearls Make up this 34"Long Chain. Gold and Smokey Quartz Beads 11 Pearls 27.64 Ct.Quartz
Unavailable
Dm 0.285 in L 38 in
Rose Colored Pearl and Black Briolette Diamond Strand Necklace in White Gold
By Voga Gioielli
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Ladies' necklace with alternating rose coloured freshwater pearls and black briolette diamonds in 18kt white gold, 38" total in length.
Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
Multi Colored Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Multi Color Pearl Necklace with Chocolate and White Diamond Ball Stations12-16 mm 12.00 Total Weight in Diamonds
Natural Pearl
Multi-Colored South Sea Pearl Rope Necklace
Located in Southampton, NY
This contemporary rope necklace of South Sea pearls includes three large baroque black Tahitian pearls along with golden and white pearls that are sized from 9mm-15mm, and of varying...
Cultured Pearl
long multi colored stone and pearl necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold kyanite, emerald and baroque pearl long necklace with diamond and yellow sapphire accents.
Unavailable
H 39.38 in W 1.15 in D 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in L 39.38 in
15 - 17.5mm Tahitian Pearl Multi Colored Sapphire Long Necklace
Located in Nicosia, CY
Round Off Shape, One of a Kind, Black Tahitian Cultured Pearls 15 - 17.5mm of blue and pink overtones and high luster set as a Long Necklace 100cm featuring an oval 925 Sterling Silv...
Black Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Round Multi-Colored Edison Pearl Necklace with Pave’ Pink Sapphire Beads
By Bijoux De Mer Fine Jewelry
Located in Miramar Beach, FL
This beautiful pearl necklace is made with naturally colored pastel, round Edison pearl necklace with a metallic luster perfectly accented with pave' pink sapphire beads and clasp se...
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Pastel Pearl and Multicolored Sapphire Necklace
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Stunning 19" multi-colored pastel pearl necklace set with diamonds and multi-colored sapphires mounted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Semi Precious Stone Necklace by Marya Dabrowski
Located in Melbourne, FL
A multi-colored semi precious and Tahitian pearl necklace that was designed by Marya Dabrowski.
Black Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diana Kim England Many Colored Faceted Gemstone Bead Strand
By Diana Kim England
Located in Red Hook, NY
Twenty inches of Fire Opal, Jelly Opal, Ruby, Turquoise, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Seed Pearls, Apatite, Tanzanite, Citrine, Spinel, Peridot, and Tsavorite are so...
Alexandrite, Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Cultured Pe...
Marina J. Multi Colored Pearl Necklace with 14k White Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Inspired by 1950s debutantes, This beautiful multi colored Pearl necklace features slightly graduated high luster Pearls displaying pink, blue, purple, green and yellow undertones.
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
A Diamond, Colored Diamond and Pearl Torsade by Trio
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A charming 18k diamond and pearl torsade. The freshwater pearl necklace with a 5ct. bead set white and golden colored diamond clasp in the shape of a stylized panther's head ,accente...
Vintage Pearl Gold Multi Colored Gemstone Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wear eye candy by the yard with this yummy precious colored gemstone vintage necklace. With 46 warm earth tone uncut gemstones and 19 pearls, in varying shapes and sizes, this 18 ka...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Baroque Multi-colored Flame Ball Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
An array of multi-colored baroque pearls comprise this striking necklace.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Multi-Colored South Sea Pearl Strand
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A gorgeous strand of 120 lustrous South Sea cultured pearls in hues of gold, white, silver, light grey and cream. The pearls range from 11.2 to 16.2 millimeters and are finished with...
South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Colored Semi Round Freshwater Pearl Necklace with 14k Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K yellow gold Pearl: 7-8MM baroque Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 35.0 grams
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
Multi-Color Cultured Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This multi-colored cultured baroque pearl necklace features twenty-six (26) baroque pearls of different colors and shapes, complete with an 18K yellow gold clasp.
Pearl, 18k Gold
Bulgari Allegra Multi Gem Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
From iconic Bulgari comes this joyous multi-colored gemstone, pearl and diamond necklace that is sure to attract many admiring views.
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Beautiful Rose Gold Necklace with Multi Colored Sapphire Slices and Large Pearls
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a fun necklace that is made from very high end goods. It measures 36 inches in length and does have a clasp so it can be doubled and worn 18 inches long. It has a total weigh...
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Multi-Color Pearl and Faceted Black Spinel Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 36-inch multi-colored pearl and black spinel necklace that can be worn long or doubled making for a very versatile addition to anyone's jewelry wardrobe.
Pearl, Spinel
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Light Grey Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim Multi-colored Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace with 18 Karat Gold Q-Hook Clasp -- an elegant strand of naturally colored pearls in a sophisticated palette of light gre...
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
South Sea Baroque Cultured Multi Colored Pearl Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Large Pearl Choker Necklace. Pearls Measure 12.8 MM. Varying in color. Hidden screw closure where the black Pearl is. Measures 17.25n long end to end. This is out of a massi...
Cultured Pearl
Vtg Majorica Multi-Colored Pearl Necklace w a Sterling & Jeweled Clasp
Located in Eagan, MN
The colors of these pearls is just amazing. There are 50 pearls in this necklace and they are all knot tied. They go from greens to purples to blues to grays. Just a wonderfully c...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Six Strand Bronze Colored Coin Pearl Torsade Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Six strands of richly colored bronze pearls comprise this torsade style necklace. The pearls are spaced with tiny gold beads and the necklace is finished with a hammered vermeil hoo...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Handcrafted Pearl, Colored Stones, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Double-strands Pearl necklace with closure in 9k rose gold and silver flowery structure, studded with colored stones. The pearls display a lovely nacre, lustre, and iridescence The o...
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
LB offers multi colored crystals Venetian Rose Quartz Pearls Stainless Necklace
By Lorraine’s Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a pastel crystal multi strand necklace. Soft pastel colors are combined with Rose Quartz Nuggets and rounds, Vintage Venetian glass beads, baroque pear...
Pearl, Quartz, Stainless Steel
AJD Elegant Glowing Beautiful Deep-Tone Multi-Colored Pearl 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elongated baroque Pearls of different sizes and colors are elegantly set in this handmade 19 inch long necklace with a silver hook clasp. The largest Pearl is approximately 20 mm x ...
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Marina J. Multi Colored Two Strand Pearl Necklace with Solid 14k Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Necklace by Marina J. This piece is made with multi colored Cultured Pearls strung together.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearls, Colored hard stone, 9 K Rose Gold and Silver Multi-Strands Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful multi-strands beaded pearl necklace in 9k rose gold and silver structure.
Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Multi-Colored Garnet, Sapphire and Diamond Parrot Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, England
A beautifully unique gem set parrot necklace set in 18k rose and white gold. The necklace is set with three parrots, the biggest of the three being the main feature which is perched ...
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...
14 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearl Multicolored and Diamond Necklace
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k WG South Sea Pearl multi colored and diamond necklace, containing 10 multi natural colored south sea pearls measuring 6mm-10mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Chanel Multicolored Gripoix and Pearl Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Multi-Colored Gripoix & Pearl Necklace/Belt Features goldtone CC pendants throughout as wel as one large pendant Made In: France Year of Production: 2007 Color: Ivory, mauve...
Michael Kneebone Baroque Pearl Diamond Granulated Bead Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
The earrings are further decorated with 18k gold and silver and gold granulated beads (origin: Indonesia). The beads and pearls dangles from diamond set lever backs. These earrings...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Silver
Marco Bicego Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Marco Bicego
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Marco Bicego necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold comprised of textured gold beads and multi-colored round cultured pearls each capped on either side with beads pave se...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Colored Faceted Tourmaline Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Charming, very delicate, and weightless necklace. Great to wear alone, mix with other necklaces or add a pendant for a unique look. The length of the necklace is 22 inches (56 cm). ...
Tourmaline, Freshwater Pearl
Multi-Colored Sapphire Necklace with a Mermaid Maki-e Pearl Clasp
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
A 195 carat strand of rondell multi-colored sapphires, with 18k white gold modullyn parts, with a A 15.5mm Tahitian maki-e pearl clasp with 24k gold enamel, abolone shell inlay, and ...
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi-Color Pearl, Colored Stone and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This unique necklace in 18kt. yellow gold has three 9mm freshwater pearls (1 tan, 1 cream, and 1 pink) which dangle from white diamond and multicolored sapphire sections. The pieces ...
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphir...
Beautiful Colored Baroque South Sea Pearls
Located in Calabasas, CA
The necklace is constructed of 59 white, silver and golden baroque South Sea Pearls completed by a hidden screw clasp. Necklace measures 37 1/4 inches.
Cultured Pearl
Superb Pink Pearl Earring Studs
Located in TRYON, NC
Thes earrings match necklace # j696150820830843fs- a multi colored pearls necklace, and j696150902860603fs, an all pink pearl necklace.
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Bulgari Multi-Colored Gemstone Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This stunning necklace was created by fabled Italian Jewelry House Bulgari. It features a row of exquisite cabochon cut gemstones, white pearls and diamonds. All set in 18 kt. white ...
Amethyst, White Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold "Indian Head " American Coin On A Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Chain "Indian Head" Coin Necklace. This captivating piece of jewelry combines elegance and heritage, making...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
Multi Strand Bead Emerald Necklace with Carved Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Multi Strand Bead Emerald Necklace with Carved Drop Pendant This double-strand emerald necklace features deep green beads leading to a diamond-set clasp and pendant. The centerpiece...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Verdura Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bangle A Verdura black jade cuff bracelet, centered with a antique starburst motif set with an emerald framed with antique diamonds Signed a...
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
$1,675
Size: Extra Small
Beautiful 1960s Extra Small XS Couture Black Silk Chiffon Vintage 60s Gown Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960s demi couture black silk chiffon sequin evening gown! Features thousands of hand-sewn black sequins throughout the sleeves and skirt. Thin spaghetti strap underlay wit...
1950s Black and White Pearl Encrusted Vintage 50s Saucer Hat and Purse Bag
Located in San Diego, CA
Unbelievably chic black and white straw saucer wide brim hat and matching bag set! Features a navy blue and white woven straw on both pieces. Hat features an extra wide brim, and has...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Jacket
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible black cotton with a bit of stretch jacket from Dolce & Gabbana. It has a silver front zipper with Dolce & Gabbana pulls and also on the angled front pockets. ...
Halston 1970s Documented Beaded Dress
By Halston
Located in Water Mill, NY
Featured in "Halston: An American Original" by Elaine Gross and Red Rottham, this beautiful sleeveless off white silk dress from Halston is completely adorned in horizontal rows of e...
HERMES Rouge H burgundy leather VIBRATO KELLY 35 RETOURNE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
Hermes 'Kelly II 35 Retourne Vibrato' bag in Rouge H (burgund) Veau Evercalf leather with multicolor Vibrato panel. Rare limited edition. Lined in Rouge H Chèvre (goat skin) with two...
Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds
By Suzanne Belperron
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elegant and rare Suzanne Belperron Ring of Rock Crystal and Diamonds from the 1930's. Iconic design of hand carved rock crystal of bombe form with an inserted panel of bright pave di...
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum, 18k Gold
1970s Halston Tie Dyed Blue Silk Vintage 70s Dress Jacket Ensemble
By Halston
Located in San Diego, CA
Stunning vintage 1970s HALSTON (attributed) blue tie dyed silk chiffon maxi dress and jacket ensemble! Dress simply slips over the head, and features multiple layers of soft lightwei...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
Dolce & Gabbana Strapless Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning fine silk leopard print bustier dress from Dolce and Gabbana. Ruching emanating from the center front creates a flattering cinched waist, in contrast the back is unadorned...
Boucheron Diamond Platinum Necklace And Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
A truly magnificent 1950's Boucheron diamond necklace. Designed as a stylised, flexible ribbon set with graduated and tapered baguette & step-cut diamonds, suspending an articulated ...
White Diamond, Platinum
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.