Oversized Links Necklace
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1970s Retro Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Silver
1990s Italian Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold, White Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold
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Brass, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1980s More Necklaces
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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
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14k Gold, Rose Gold
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Bronze
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18k Gold
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18k Gold, Gold
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18k Gold, Gilt Metal
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14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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14k Gold
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18k Gold
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Sterling Silver
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Onyx, 14k Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold
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1990s Italian Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
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18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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Onyx, 14k Gold
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Crystal
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14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Sapphire, Mixed Metal
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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15k Gold
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1980s French Belts
1980s French Belts
Vintage 1960s Swiss Link Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold
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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces
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Steel
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14k Gold
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1990s Link Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
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Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Sterling Silver
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Platinum
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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 Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a wide variety of different types of links used in necklace chains. One of the most common is a cable link, which consists of oval or round links connected to each other. Box links are simple, but they feature square or rectangular-shaped links that connect. Curb links are similar to cable links, but their curves and thicker links give them a heavy durability. Other artistic link styles include flat links and herringbone links. Shop a variety of link necklaces and chains from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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