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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
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2010s Turkish Modern Fashion Rings
Garnet, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Boxes and Cases
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold
Antique 1890s Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Gold-filled
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
14k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold
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Late 20th Century British Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s British High Victorian More Earrings
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Dangle Earrings
Agate, Gilt Metal
Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century American Etruscan Revival Rope Necklaces
14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Silver
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 18k Gold
British Drop Necklaces
Garnet
Emerald, Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Onyx, Turquoise, Silver
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.
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 Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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