Antique Georgian French Paste Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
This is the finest example of a French Provincial Wedding Cross I have seen. At its finest, antique paste jewelry was made treating pastes like gemstones.
Sterling Silver
Antique Silver and Blue Paste Cross Pendant
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This pendant (although un-hallmarked) tests as being constructed from silver. Designed in the shape of a cross, it is detailed with small, round, colourless paste stones and bezel se...
Silver
Antique Silver and Old Cut Paste Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A striking antique silver cross pendant set with old cut paste stones, this piece exudes vintage charm and devotional elegance.
Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Georgian French Large Paste Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Unusually large-scale French foiled paste cross pendant. Set in sterling silver, the body of the pendant is created with gorgeously pierced scrollwork and brilliantly foil-backed cle...
Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Antique Large Opaline and Paste Cross
Located in New York, NY
A stunning opaline and paste cross pendant. Opaline and paste pieces are very rare to find, and the ones in good condition are more so.
Silver
Antique Victorian Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era paste Cross pendant. A sterling silver cross adorned with rose cut 'diamond' paste set into a closed back setting.
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Georgian era paste Cross pendant. A sterling silver cross adorned with old cut 'diamond' paste set into a foiled closed back setting.
Sterling Silver
Georgian Garnet and Paste Cross
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
It is made of silver and set with garnets and paste. The impressive size, measuring 2 3/8 by 1 7/8 inches, renders this an even more alluring object.
Silver
Antique Georgian paste cross pendant, sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Georgian era paste Cross pendant. A sterling silver cross adorned with rows and rows of rose cut 'diamond' paste set into a closed back setting.
9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Paste Cross Pendant, circa 1780
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is the wonderful Latin cross pendant you have been looking for. Crafted by 18th century jewelry artisans, our cross is made from 18th century paste and backed by sterling silver.
Sterling Silver
Lovely Early Paste Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Early Paste Cross Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in sterling silver.
Sterling Silver
18th Century Order of Aviz Portuguese Paste Cross
Located in London, GB
An 18th century Order of Aviz Portuguese paste cross, the star of the order an eight pointed faceted star in white paste and silver gilt reverse suspending green paste cross set wit...
Silver
Edwardian Paste and Blue Crystal Silver Cross in Box
Located in New York, NY
We offer a large glittering cross of faceted blue crystals boldly set in silver filigree trimmed in clear crystal paste stones in original box with an antique jewelry retailers name ...
Silver
Antique Silver Clear Paste Pendant, Sterling Silver Paste Cross Pendant
Located in Rottedam, NL
A lovely silver cross pendant with a gold bail set with 11 old cut diamond paste stones.
Sterling Silver
Antique Georgian Paste Cross Pendant Mounted in silver
Located in London, GB
A Georgian pendant in the form of a cross, set with white paste. Mounted in silver. English, circa 1820.
Silver
Antique Silver Black Dot Clear Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Rottedam, NL
Please welcome this absolutely magnificent, large antique Georgian era ""Flemish Cross"" pendant! Made of solid Sterling Silver and dating back to the late 1700's / early 1800's (lat...
Sterling Silver
Eostre Round Australian South Sea Pearls Strand
Located in Melbourne, AU
Shape: Round Complexion: Flawless Nacre: Tight Lustre: AAA/AA Colour: White / Pink overtone Type: Cultured Australian South Sea pearls Size: 15 - 18 mm Pieces: 27 Momme: 43.50 GUAR...
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Betty Carol 1950s Sculptural Dress
By Betty Carol, Mamselle
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous dress from Betty Carol in light weight black wool and silk taffeta. It has a V neckline front and back with fabulous princess seaming creating a fitted silhouette through...
$9,790 / set
W 0.91 in D 0.22 in L 3.08 in
Antique Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emerald & Diamond Earrings late 18th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Dazzling pair of museum quality Herring/ Chandelier earrings (collector's item), with electric foiled Emeralds. Inlaid with rose-cut and table-cut diamonds. Superbly preserved, datin...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgian 18k Gold Blue Enamel Diamond Cluster Ring, Circa 1790s
Located in Firenze, IT
The oval blue enamel plaque with applied old brilliant, single and rose-cut diamond floral and foliate decoration, closed back settings throughout, with engraved bright-cut decoratio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel, Silver, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Alexander McQueen Runway Gown Black Silk Lace Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
As if conjured from midnight sea-spray, this Spring/Summer 2012 Alexander McQueen gown unfurls like a dark bloom caught in motion. The bodice - sculpted close to the torso -disappear...
Alexander McQueen Hummingbird Dragonfly Floral Fitted Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Berlin, BE
Gorgeous Alexander McQueen fitted dress with beautiful kaleidoscope print featuring hummingbirds, dragonflies and flowers. Gold tones background, beautiful construction. Alexander ...
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
Alexander McQueen New Cashmere "DANTE" A/W 1996 Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black cashmere blend mini dress with a dramatic stand up collar from Alexander McQueen. It is double breasted with a stand up lapel collar which frames the face beautifull...
Gianni Versace Lace up Halter Dress
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous bodycon dress in black silk eyelet by Gianni Versace Couture. It has a plunging neckline with lacing and straps crossing at the upper back. The dress has flattering seam...
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. This 1999 LES SALADES creation by Thierry Mugler is truly beautiful. The silhouette is gorgeous: a long column that skims the figure with surgical pre...
$51,000
W 2.76 in L 5.32 in
French, 19th Century, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond ‘En Tremblant’ Brooch
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
An exceptional French, floral spray 'en tremblant' brooch pin. This 18 karat gold piece comprises of several components which screw together to form one large brooch. The piece can b...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vivienne Westwood Couture red taffeta corset and ballgown skirt, fw 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood evening ensemble ▪ Labelled as a 'SPECIAL ITEM' from Vivienne Westwood's Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk organza ▪ Boned corset with...
Thierry Mugler Sweetheart Neckline Dress
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
In this stunning dress, Thierry Mugler once again proves that fashion is not merely worn - it’s performed. A masterclass in theatrical femininity, this mid-century-inspired silhouett...
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Multi Strand Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace A choker featuring 12 strands of cultured pearls set with diamond spacers & a center pave diamond pendant. Approximate diamond weight:...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Georgian 5.50 CT Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
A piece of eternity Enchanting pair of Georgian period Diamond chandelier earrings Rare in beauty, timeless treasure Set throughout by a selection of rose cut and old mine cut Diamon...
Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
1740s Georgian Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
Georgian diamond brooch. Set with one hundred and ten rose and table cut diamonds of varying shapes and sizes, in closed back cut down settings with a total approximate diamond weigh...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
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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