Lumina Drama 14K Gold-Filled Multi-Layer Body Chain in Rouge Bordeaux
By Studio Baloge
Located in New York, NY
The Lumina Drama Body Chain is a bold architectural statement piece crafted in 14k gold-filled chain. Its intricate multi-layered design cascades dramatically across the décolletage ...
Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Lumina Drama 14K Gold-Filled Multi-Layer Body Chain in Peridot Green
By Studio Baloge
Located in New York, NY
The Lumina Drama Body Chain is a bold architectural statement piece crafted in 14k gold-filled chain. Its intricate multi-layered design cascades dramatically across the décolletage ...
Crystal, Peridot, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Coloured Glass Stones Multi Layer Chain Long Neck
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage YSL Yves Saint Laurent Coloured Glass Stones Multi Layer Chain Long Necklace Measurement: Height: 1.06 inches (2.7 cm) Width: 0.98 inch (2.5 cm) Length: 38.19 inches (97 cm)...
Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Interlocking Ring Chain Necklace #24729
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Multi-Strand Interlocking Ring Chain Necklace - This stunning sterling silver multi-strand necklace features flowing layered chains threaded with a bead chain and a ...
Sterling Silver
$720Sale Price|60% Off
Rare Fancy Important Estate Natural Blue Green Turquoise Multi Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Estate Radiant Multi Strand Layered Fancy Turquoise Necklace. Necklace features Gorgeous Blue and Green Turquoise, Gemstones an...
Turquoise, Silver
Long Chain Wrap Necklace Black Sculptural Brutalist Lambskin Pink Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Pink gold plated brass and Italian leather Color: Pink gold and black Style: Archival multi-chain layered convertible long necklace Size: 71 inches total length (180.3 cm)...
Gold Plate, Brass
7Layer Fresh Water Pearl , Emerald Bead + 14K Spacer Clasp Opera Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
7 Layers of Fresh water Pearl with Emerald Beads with 14 Karat yellow gold Spacer clasp Opera Length Necklace The opera length multi layer pearl necklace set consists of 7 origi...
Pearl, Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Layer Braided Leather Necklace Belt
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Multi Layer Braided Leather Necklace Belt Measurements: Height: 7.08 inches (18 cm) Wearable Length: 26.37 inches to 40.15 inches (67 cm) Features: - 100...
Japanese Akoya Pearl with Snake Diamond Slider and Clasp Opera Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The opera length multi layer pearl necklace set consists of 11 original strands of Japanese pearls of lovely nacre, lustre, and iridescence.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel, Necklace Chain & Masonic Fob circa 1920-30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
Designed with ultimate versatility in mind, this piece functions beautifully as a necklace, a multi-layered wrap bracelet, or a traditional pocket watch chain.
White Gold, Enamel
$765Sale Price|30% Off
Antique Naga white heart bead necklace Konyak North India Asian Tribal Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Details: Origin: Konyak Naga Tribe, Nagaland, India Period: Early 20th Century Material: Red and white-heart glass beads Style: Long, layered multi-strand tribal necklace Condit...
Glass, Beads
14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel, Bracelet Chain & Masonic Fob circa 1920-30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
Designed with ultimate versatility in mind, this piece functions beautifully as a necklace, a multi-layered wrap bracelet, or a traditional pocket watch chain.
White Gold, Enamel
14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel, Pocket Watch Chain & Masonic Fob circa 1920-30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
Designed with ultimate versatility in mind, this piece functions beautifully as a necklace, a multi-layered wrap bracelet, or a traditional pocket watch chain.
White Gold, Enamel
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.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
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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.