18KT White Gold Oval Emerald and Diamond Pendant with Chain
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant features a 0.63 carat oval cut emerald, beautifully set in 18KT white gold. The pendant is accented with 0.28 carats of round cut diamonds, adding a touch of spa...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
$65,625Sale Price|20% Off
24.45 Ct SI/H Oval & Emerald Cut Diamond Layered Necklace 18K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 24.45 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$52,500Sale Price|20% Off
24.45 Carats SI/H Oval Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 24.45 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pie...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
6.42 Carat Floating Emerald with Diamond & Emeralds in 18K Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
The natural oval-cut emerald center stone weighs 6.42 carats and features a floating design.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.44 cts tw Oval Muzo Emerald and Diamond Halo Pendant
By Leibish and Co. USA Inc
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful oval Muzo emerald and diamond drop halo pendant, featuring a gemstone set in prongs within a diamond floating halo. The halo is accented by a princess emerald gemstone an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
3.71 Carat Green Oval Emerald & Diamond Pendant In 14k White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant pendant features a captivating 3.71-carat green oval emerald, renowned for its rich, vibrant hue and exceptional clarity. The emerald is surrounded by a dazzling halo of...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,760Sale Price|20% Off
Natural cabochon emerald american diamond oval pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
Indulge in the timeless allure of our exquisite oval-shaped pendant, adorned with a captivating array of cabochon emeralds and a sparkling diamond star centerpiece. Crafted with prec...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
1.90-Carat 14K Colombian Emerald Solitaire Oval Cut Gold Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic Colombian emerald solitaire necklace set in 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.88tcw AAA+ Oval Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant 18K Gold Anniversary
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a stunning AAA top-quality oval cut Colombian emerald and diamond pendant made in fine 18K yellow gold. Displayed is a lustrous, vivid dark green with incredible tra...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$21,860Sale Price|20% Off
19.10ct Emerald & Diamond Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful emerald and diamond necklace. 19.10 carats total gemstone weight. 9 oval shaped emeralds, 6.53 carats, apx F2. 805 round and baguette cut diamonds, approximately G/H colo...
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
1.2 Carat Oval Emerald Pendant with 0.40 ct Diamond Halo ref917
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
Radiant and refined, this exquisite pendant showcases a vivid 8x6mm oval-cut emerald surrounded by a shimmering halo of graduated brilliant-cut diamonds. The lush green of the emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emilio Jewelry Certified Vivid Green Over 20 Carat Colombian Emerald Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From well known dealer and wholesaler Emilio Jewelry located in New York City, A truly spectacular Colombian oval emerald is the focal point of this necklace.
Emerald
14 Karat 1.00 Carat Oval-Emerald and Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This exquisite 14 karat yellow gold pendant showcases a stunning 1.00 carat natural Colombian emerald, expertly cut to oval dimensions of 8 x 5.71 x 3.60mm. The vibrant stone display...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning 8.66 ct Natural Emerald and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite piece features 23 oval-cut green emeralds totaling 8.66 carats, beautifully complemented by 737 round-cut white diamonds totaling 5.15 carats, graded F/G color and VS1...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
0.20ct Diamond and Emerald 18 Carat White Gold Oval Pendant
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
This delicate 18 carat white gold pendant is beautifully designed as an oval claw set with 23 fine quality round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.20ct in total. A vibrant oval shape...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Green Oval Shape Emerald & Diamond Art Deco 14K White Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
An attractive Art Deco style emerald and diamond pendant in milgrain setting centered by an approximately 0.5 carat oval cut emerald adorned by additional French cut emerald flanked ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$54,400Sale Price|20% Off
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Striking statement necklace crafted in a combination of 18K gold, featuring a bold emerald and an impressive diamond composition.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Grima Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Gold Necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace. Confident without overstating. Playful and still serious. Width ca 3.5 - 5....
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oval Shape Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Emerald Halo 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A magnificent antique style yellow gold pendant, this natural Ethiopian opal pendant has natural emerald and diamonds accents. The oval shaped opal weight of 7.94 carats and is prong...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Emerald Alternating Tennis Necklace. Natural Stones. 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A breathtaking statement of elegance and craftsmanship, this stunning necklace showcases alternating oval-cut emeralds totaling approximately 13.50 carats, paired with brilliant roun...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
15.84tcw 14K Natural Oval Emerald & Round Diamond Brooch Medium Green Bezel Set
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our exquisite Natural Emerald & Diamond Brooch, a harmonious blend of nature's beauty and unparalleled craftsmanship. Adorned with six mesmerizing oval-cut Za...
Emerald, 14k Gold
1.2Ct Zambian Emerald Pendant with Attached Chain in Solid 14K Gold, Oval 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Elevate your elegance with this stunning 1.2 carat Zambian emerald pendant necklace. The vibrant oval emerald, measuring 8x6mm, is expertly set in solid 14K white gold, creating a ti...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat .65 Carat Oval-Shaped Emerald and Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This elegant 14 karat yellow gold pendant showcases a genuine Colombian emerald weighing approximately 0.30 carat, complemented by three accent diamonds totaling 0.15 carat in SI1 cl...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,500 / item
Cameo Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold. This beautiful cameo pendant necklace is set with 58.16 carats cameo shell, .16 carats emerald, .97 carats pearl and .50 carats of sparkling diamonds. Also ava...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
3.91 Carat Oval Green Emerald & Diamond Pendant 14K White Gold Elegant & Timeles
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
DISCO Pendant, Oval Citrine with Emerald & 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
DISCO Pendant Citrine, Zambian Emerald, Diamonds & 14k Gold Citrine (3/4” in width) bezeled in gold with a stunning Zambian Jardin Emerald atop and Diamond Bail. This is a one-...
Citrine, Emerald, 14k Gold
1.88-Carat 14K Emerald Solitaire Oval Cut 6-Prong Gold Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a classic and unique emerald solitaire necklace set in 14K yellow gold.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Cluster Pendant
Located in Diera, Dubai
18 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Cluster Pendant features a vibrant oval cut emerald at the center, surrounding the main gemstone is a halo of brilliant round cu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$28,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
22.66 Carat Oval Sapphire and Emerald-Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White
By ADA Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary tennis necklace presents a seamless line of elegance, featuring alternating oval-cut royal blue sapphires and emerald-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$54,800Sale Price|20% Off
5.7 Carat Colombian Emerald Oval Cut Bezel Set Pendant 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A refined solitaire pendant featuring a natural Colombian emerald weighing 5.75 carats, set in 18K yellow gold. The emerald is cut in an elegant oval shape and displays a rich green...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.30tcw Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Accent White Gold Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a stunning, oval natural emerald necklace in fine 14K white gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
$2,960Sale Price|20% Off
Kurt Wayne Oval Emerald Pendant with Diamond Halo in 18K Yellow Gold
By Kurt Wayne
Located in New York, NY
A timeless and sophisticated piece that brings together vibrant color and classic elegance—perfect for everyday luxury or special occasions. Key Details - Oval emerald, 0.56 carat ...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
2.25 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds c...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Handmade 1.98ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Suspended from an 18-inch platinum chain, this elegant piece blends classic luxury with refined modern detail. - Zambian Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace - Platinum - 18kt Yello...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
3.29 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds c...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.43 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.03 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
2.57 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.17 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.69 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.12 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds c...
Emerald, 14k Gold
3.3 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds c...
Emerald, 14k Gold
3.53 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
5.09 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
3.62 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
3.91 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
2.67 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.44 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.55 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
4.1 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
2.48 Ct Weight Oval Shaped Green Color IGITL Certified Emerald Gemstone Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
"Did you know that emeralds are even rarer than diamonds? Emeralds are more than 20 times rarer than diamonds and, therefore, often command a higher price. The world’s best emeralds ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
2.84tcw Natural Emerald-Oval Cut & Diamond Double Halo Pendant Gold 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning emerald and diamond pendant. This lovely piece showcases a 2.19-carat, natural Zambian emerald with a gorgeous medium bluish-green color, and great characteristics. Secure...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emerald and White Diamond Cluster Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful cluster style necklace a with 1.86 ct. emerald oval and 7.50 ct. of good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds and marquise shapes.
White Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
3.0 Carat Colombian Emerald Solitaire Oval Six Claw Prong Modern Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning, Colombian emerald, oval cut pendant. The gemstone carries 3.0 carats of natural, spring-green emerald. The stone also displays very good luster, with gorgeous...
Emerald, 14k Gold
1.33 Carats Emerald and White Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Emerald Gemstone: 1.18 Carats 25 White Diamonds: 0.15 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 6.10 Grams
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.18 Carat Natural Emerald & Diamond Ballerina Style Pendant Necklace
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Pendent and necklace featuring 2.18 Carat stunning natural Oval Cut Emerald.
Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K YG Pendant Necklace with 1.92ct Round & Baguette Diamonds 3.5ct Emerald
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: In the heart of elegance, this vintage 18K yellow gold pendant necklace tells a tale of timeless beauty. A captivating 3.5 carat oval-shaped e...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.
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.
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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.