Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke
Located in Milford, DE
Among the stations are miniature netsuke carvings, vintage wooden beads, carved fruit-pit pieces, and rustic natural elements.
Multi-gemstone, Mixed Metal
Turquoise Netsuke Silver Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques turquoise stone, rare and big with netsuke in different animal shape, rabbits, turtle and mouse linked in silver. Measure 48 cm. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has ne...
Amazonite, Turquoise, Silver
Vintage Onyx 14K Gold Necklace with Antique Ivory Panda Netsuke
Located in Chesterland, OH
The carving shows the warmth and character of age, and the netsuke is believed to date to the early 20th century.
Onyx, 14k Gold
$5,641Sale Price|20% Off
Tanzaniane Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold Ebony Antiques Netsuke
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace with 35 string of blu faced tanzanite torchon necklace, 18k gold gr 18,80, 2 antiques Japanese netsuke representing different status of buddha. Each netsuke was signed fro...
Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,800
H 2.5 in W 2.8 in D 0.8 in
Rare Japanese Inro Netsuke and Omije with Negoro Red Lacquer Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Japanese three-case inro with stringed carved netsuke and bead ojime from early Edo period circa 17th century.
Wood, Lacquer
Genuine Turquoise and Netsuke Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
A Fabulous Genuine Turquoise Necklace inter spaced with turquoise spacer beads, suspending a Figural carved Netsuke . The graduated oval Turquoise Beads measure from 25mm x 45mm long...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Japanese Spotted Bamboo Tobacco Inro, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Hung from the obi sash belted around the waist and secured by carved netsuke beads, inro were worn as fashionable accessories and often crafted of fine materials.
Bone, Bamboo, Hardwood
Pearl Necklace suspending Rare Antique Signed Bronze Ojime Bead
Located in Montreal, QC
Ojime are a type of bead which originated in Japan. They were worn between the inro and netsuke and are typically under an inch in length.
Cultured Pearl
Pearl Necklace suspending Rare Antique Signed Bronze Ojime Bead
Located in Montreal, QC
Each is carved into a particular shape and image, similar to the netsuke, though smaller. Beads have forever been a part of history, covering virtually every culture.
Constance Abernathy Netsuke Bead Necklace
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
Constance Abernathy (American: 1931-1994) necklace composed of hand-carved Chinese New Year Netsuke along with a variety of hard stone beads including amber, carnelian, tiger eye, on...
Carnelian, Coral, Turquoise, 14k Gold
CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone and Bone Netsuke Necklace
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone and Bone Netsuke Necklace in frog motif. This necklace features:Carved bone, coral, tiger eye, rock crystaland smokey quartz beads decorated with...
Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Coral, Quartz
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
Saks Fifth Avenue Vintage Evening Minaudière Polished Resin Clutch Bag
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
A striking vintage evening minaudière created for Saks Fifth Avenue, most likely dating to the late 1960s. Crafted in Italy, the structured case is formed from polished resin designe...
$3,878
H 6.7 in D 3.55 in L 8.67 in
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap LOUIS VUITTON
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black leather bag with embossed monogramme and double strap, one in gold metal chain, one in detachable leather. Orange suede lining. Zip closure on the top front with branded zip pu...
Qing Dynasty–Style Enamel Dragon Hoop Earrings Gold toned
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Qing Dynasty–Style Enamel Dragon Hoop Earrings Inspired by the opulence and symbolism of Qing Dynasty imperial artistry, these exquisite earrings feature a coiled dragon motif rende...
PIERRE CARDIN c.1960's Gold Modernist Disc Chandelier Bib Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Pierre Cardin c.1960's gold modernist disc chandelier necklace. Seven varying lengths of gold-toned linked drops. Each drop is made up of textured metal outer rings and polis...
290 Carat GIA Certified Natural Green Jade Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
GIA Natural Jade Bead necklace. The Natural Translucent Mottled Green Report: 5161522933 102 Bead count 10.20 - 4.30mm 26 Inches (wearable length)
Jade
Tom Ford for Gucci New Silk Velvet Dress F/W 2001
By Tom Ford, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous black silk velvet dress from Gucci as worn in a 2001 ad campaign. It has a square neckline with the center bust highlighted with sheer areas which contrast with the rich v...
$790Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 6
Bill Blass Pink White Polka Dot Hand Painted Fit and Flare Vintage Dress, 1990
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 90s BILL BLASS pale pink and white hand painted polka dot fit n' flare cocktail silk taffeta dress! Features large handpainted polka dots throughout. Attached white lace underla...
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci. It has a notched collar, 4 front flap patch pockets (2 chest, 2 hip) and a matching tie belt. There are Guc...
Glittering Crystal Encrusted Penguin Evening Bag c 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Glittering crystal encrusted penguin evening bag - clutch 21 c The charming penguin evening bag transitions from an endearing clutch; converts into an elegant handbag carried with a...
LOUIS VUITTON x MURAKAMI brown 2005 Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami Monogram Cerises Coin Wallet from the 2005 collection is a playful collectible piece that blends iconic Louis Vuitton craftsmansh...
Vintage Crystal Fox + Mink Fur Full Length Coat
Located in Sparks, NV
Absolutely incredible vintage brown mink fur full length coat with crystal fox fur trim in a size large. Fully lined with front hook closure and monogram. Velvet lined side pockets. ...
Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
NWT Gucci by Tom Ford FW 2003 Silk Nude Color Skirt Set Italian 42 - US 6
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
An exceptional and highly collectible Gucci by Tom Ford Fall/Winter 2003 skirt set, embodying the sensual sophistication and precise tailoring that defined Ford’s final years at the ...
$1,351
Size: Italian 42
Gucci by Tom Ford Fall Winter 2000 Lion Brooch Plunging Neckline Metallic Dress
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
This Gucci dress from Tom Ford’s Fall 2000 collection is a stunning and very in-demand piece. Made in Italy from soft dark copper lurex jersey, it has a beautiful sparkle that catche...
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.
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