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O Ring Necklace

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

: 1992 Date of manufacture: 2017 Size: O'Ring diameter 12mm, Necklace circumference (Made to Measure

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and is handcrafted in

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and one removable

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker"  Women's Necklace Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker"  Women's Necklace Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker" Women's Necklace Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

to measure Height 4.3cm, O'Ring internal diameter 3.2cm, wire ø 3mm STANDARD NECKLACE SIZES WOMEN

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker"  Men's Necklace Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker"  Men's Necklace Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker" Men's Necklace Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

to measure Height 4.3cm, O'Ring internal diameter 3.2cm, wire ø 3mm STANDARD NECKLACE SIZES MEN

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O Ring Piercing Kit" Necklace 18K Gold Pavée Diamond
Betony Vernon "O Ring Piercing Kit" Necklace 18K Gold Pavée Diamond

Betony Vernon "O Ring Piercing Kit" Necklace 18K Gold Pavée Diamond

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

combine all together. The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" as a Necklace, the "O'Ring Navel Piercing

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Medium" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Medium" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Medium" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

: 1992 Date of fabrication: 2017 Size: O-ring diameter 12mm, Necklace circumference 36cm, Height 1,5cm

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O-Ring Choker Mini" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

: Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism" Necklace Sterling Silver 925: Material: Sterling Silver 925

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Tassel Pendant" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Tassel Pendant" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Tassel Pendant" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and one removable

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Chain Medium Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Chain Medium Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Chain Medium Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Chain Medium Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and handcrafted in lost

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O’ring Princess Necklace" with Sphere Pendant 18 Karat Gold
Betony Vernon "O’ring Princess Necklace" with Sphere Pendant 18 Karat Gold

Betony Vernon "O’ring Princess Necklace" with Sphere Pendant 18 Karat Gold

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O’Ring Princess Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 2001 and handcrafted in lost wax

Category

Early 2000s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and handcrafted in lost

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O-Ring Choker Mini" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

"Ostrich Feather Tickler w O'Ring Choker" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
"Ostrich Feather Tickler w O'Ring Choker" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

"Ostrich Feather Tickler w O'Ring Choker" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

the "O'Ring Choker Medium" necklace. The "Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" was designed by Betony

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker" Medium Necklace 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker" Medium Necklace 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker" Medium Necklace 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Choker" is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the term Betony Vernon coined to name her

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

The "O'Ring Choker Mini Diamond Pavée" in 18-Karat Gold is part of the collection Sado-Chic, the

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Opera Length Pearls With Sterling O Ring 2000s
Vintage Opera Length Pearls With Sterling O Ring 2000s

Vintage Opera Length Pearls With Sterling O Ring 2000s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

attraction of a large sterling silver O ring - allowing the addition of keepsakes to the ring. Style it long

Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

"Ostrich Feather Tickler Attachment" Sterling Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

O'Ring necklace or bracelet. It can also be hooked directly onto a belt loop and worn at the hip. The

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver

Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver

Located in Surfside, FL

Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver. Length 20 inches, width 11mm.

Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

EMILIO PUCCI Long Silver O-Ring Pendant Statement Necklace RARE
EMILIO PUCCI Long Silver O-Ring Pendant Statement Necklace RARE

EMILIO PUCCI Long Silver O-Ring Pendant Statement Necklace RARE

By Emilio Pucci

Located in Thiensville, WI

Rare Emilio Pucci long silver-toned O-ring pendant statement necklace. Large silver-toned polished

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

ALEXIS BITTAR Hammered Sterling Silver Gold Pearl Agate Multi Strand Necklace
ALEXIS BITTAR Hammered Sterling Silver Gold Pearl Agate Multi Strand Necklace

ALEXIS BITTAR Hammered Sterling Silver Gold Pearl Agate Multi Strand Necklace

By Alexis Bittar

Located in Thiensville, WI

hammered metal twisted infinity links each attached via a single o-ring. Necklace fastens with a lobster

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Choker Mini" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

: 1992 Date of manufacture: 2017 Size: O-ring diameter 12mm, Necklace circumference 34cm, Height 1cm

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

Betony Vernon "O'Ring Slave Choker" Necklace Silver 925 in Stock

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

, Necklace circumference 34.5cm, Height 4.3cm, O'Ring internal diameter 3.2cm, wire ø 3mm Comes with a large

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism Kit" Necklace Sterling Silver 925

By Betony Vernon

Located in Rome, IT

: Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker Three Mechanism" Necklace Sterling Silver 925: Material: Sterling Silver 925

Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

RARE ANTIQUE GEORGIAN ENGLISH GILT WATCH COCK NECKLACE AND BRACELET c1770
RARE ANTIQUE GEORGIAN ENGLISH GILT WATCH COCK NECKLACE AND BRACELET c1770

RARE ANTIQUE GEORGIAN ENGLISH GILT WATCH COCK NECKLACE AND BRACELET c1770

Located in New York, NY

connected by "o" rings and made into bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings. The jewel is Steampunk

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver
Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver

Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver

Located in Surfside, FL

Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver. Length 22 inches, width 11mm.

Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver

Judith Ripka Twisted O-Ring Chain Necklace in Sterling Silver

Located in Surfside, FL

Judith Ripka twisted o-ring chain necklace in sterling silver. Length 22 inches, width 11mm.

Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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O Ring Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the o ring necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 183 vintage or 199 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a o ring necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic o ring necklace over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Betony Vernon are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A o ring necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 146, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a o ring necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 132 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a O Ring Necklace?

On average, a o ring necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,324, while they’re typically $89 on the low end and $495,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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. 

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