Mystery Set Necklace
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Ethiopian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
22k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Ste...
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tou...
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces
Paraiba, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphi...
2010s Australian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, White Gold, Rhodium
Antique 19th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Pink Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Crystal, Turquoise, 22k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Tsavorite, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Romantic Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Labradorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Dangle Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Blue Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Charm Bracelets
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Surrealist Black and White Photography
Inkjet
21st Century and Contemporary Still-life Paintings
Oil
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold
2010s British Contemporary Drop Earrings
White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
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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.
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 necklaces designed by David Webb — 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 Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023There is no single best setting for a diamond tennis necklace. You can find tennis chains with both prong and bezel settings, and both types can keep diamonds secure when they are well crafted. The biggest difference is that full bezel settings encircle the gemstones, while prongs hug the stones with three or four metal elements, leaving most of their edges visible. Feel free to choose the type of setting that appeals most to you. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.
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