Victorian 14k Amethyst & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous festoon necklace from the Victorian period (ca1880)! This stunning piece features 7
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian 14k Amethyst & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous festoon necklace from the Victorian period (ca1880)! This stunning piece features 7
Gold, 14k Gold
$1,500
H 1.38 in W 0.87 in D 0.24 in L 15.99 in
Edwardian Style 14K Gold, Amethyst, & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Edwardian style festoon necklace. In 14 karat yellow gold. Centered on an ornate gold yolk
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearls Festoon Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
seed pearls and amethyst gemstones. The necklace is designed in a graceful swag or festoon style, a
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique-Style Diamond and Pearl Festoon Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, IT
Victorian-Inspired Elegance with Timeless Craftsmanship This exquisite festoon-style necklace is a
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in L 18 in
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Natural Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Victorian - Edwardian Amethyst Pearl Festoon Necklace with the most
Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,280Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.75 in W 1 in L 14.5 in
Victorian Coral Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS
Pearl, Coral, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pearl and Peridot Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pearl and Peridot Festoon Necklace, designed with cascading tiers of
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Dramatic Multi Strand Pearl Festoon and Diamond Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely stunning platinum and pearl necklace from the Edwardian (1900) era! This lovely and
Cultured Pearl, Platinum
$5,990
H 0.16 in W 2.37 in L 15.01 in
Antique Edwardian Platinum Seed Pearl and Aquamarine Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique Edwardian festoon necklace is a breathtaking example of early 20th-century grace and
Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 1 in L 14.25 in
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Antique Victorian - Edwardian Festoon Necklace with the most gorgeous gem
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond Citrine Briolette Pearl Gold Festoon Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Hand Made 18K White Gold Festoon Necklace featuring Diamonds, Genuine Natural facet-cut
Citrine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 9k Yellow Gold Floral Festoon Necklace, 15ct Sapphires & Pearls
Located in Marcianise, IT
A breathtaking masterpiece of romantic design, this Retro-style festoon necklace features an
Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Coral and Seed Pearl Festoon Bib Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
central plaque and stations of pastel peach coral and natural seed pearls. Also known as a festoon bib
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
$2,998
H 2.36 in L 16.25 in
VICTORIAN 1870 Festoon Chained Necklace 9Kt Yellow Gold With Amethysts & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian festoon necklace with amethysts and pearls. This is a beautiful antique festoon necklace
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
$5,200Sale Price|20% Off
L 15.5 in
Edwardian Peridot Old Mine Diamond Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Sapphire and Pearl Tennis Bracelet, Unisex
Located in Marcianise, IT
matching piece to our Sapphire and Pearl Festoon Necklace. While sold separately, they were designed as a
Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Edwardian Natural Pearl And Diamond Festoon Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian natural pearl and diamond festoon necklace, consisting of one-thousand-six-hundred
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Victorian Garnet Pearl Festoon Necklace in Original Box
Located in Middleton, WI
This breathtaking Victorian garnet and pearl gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1850
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Suffragette Edwardian Yellow Gold Amethyst, Peridot and Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
-clean, Round and Pear Cut, Bezel Set. 2 Peridots adorn the Necklace along with 1 Cultured Pearl which is
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold
BAROQUE TURQUOISE PEARLS BLACK RHINESTONES FESTOON NECKLACE
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a vintage festoon necklace with turquoise molted glass cabochon pearl, black rhinestones
Vintage Festoon Collar Gold & Faux Pearl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Featured is a faux pearl and filigree collar necklace. Some of the beads have a patina. We do not
Edwardian Amethyst Pearl Yellow Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
An original edwardian period amethyst and pearl festoon style necklace in 14 karat yellow gold
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular diamond and pearl festoon necklace from the Victorian (ca1850) era! This incredible
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Krementz Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
By Krementz & Co
Located in Narberth, PA
This exquisite pearl festoon necklace is a signed piece by Krementz from the Art Nouveau (ca1910
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Amethyst Diamond Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
A stunning late Victorian 18K gold, amethyst, diamond and natural pearl festoon necklace composed
Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Early Victorian Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
An early Victorian 18K yellow gold festoon delicate chain festoon necklace, decorated with pretty
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Sold
H 0.16 in W 2.37 in L 15.01 in
Antique Edwardian Platinum Seed Pearl and Aquamarine Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique Edwardian festoon necklace is a breathtaking example of early 20th-century grace and
Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Green Enamel Pearl Peridot Ruby Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
enamel pearl peridot and ruby festoon necklace. GEMSTONES: pearls, peridot and ruby. METAL: 14-karat
Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian 1870 Gorgeous Festoon Fringe Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian 19th century Festoon fringe Necklace. Magnificent and exceptional piece of jewelry
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Miriam Haskell Pearl Grape Cluster Diamante Festoon Statement Necklace
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare find! Extravagant vintage Miriam Haskell pearl grape cluster statement necklace. Comprised
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Festoon Style Blue Enamel and Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in Birmingham, AL
This beautiful drape-style necklace is constructed with 14k yellow gold and with blue enamel links
Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Peridot Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Festoon Antique Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
matched to cushion cut Flanked by additional whiplash motif links - featuring articulating pearl fringe
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Festoon Style Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Feminine classic Victorian style, with rose cut diamonds and pearls set in silver and 18k gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
Dm 5.04 in L 15.75 in
Hancocks Victorian Gold Old-Cut Diamond Pearl and Banded Agate Festoon Necklace
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A wonderful diamond, pearl and agate necklace by Hancocks c.1865 designed as an extravagant festoon
Agate, 18k Gold
French Art Nouveau Silver and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A French Art Nouveau silver and plique-à-jour enamel necklace with pearls. The necklace has 9
Freshwater Pearl, Silver
Art Nouveau Enamel Leaf Motif, Yogo Sapphire, & Diamond Festoon Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
piece features a central motif of delicately enameled leaves, adorned with natural pearls. The necklace
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Miriam Haskell Pearl Festoon Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell's large festoon necklace of swags of creamy baroque pearls and drops all around
Gilt Metal
Victorian Siberian Amethyst Pearl Festoon Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A STUNNING VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL
Pearl, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
Art Nouveau Blister Pearl Festoon Gold Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite blister pearl necklace from the Art Nouveau (ca1910) era! This unique necklace, which
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Seed Pearl and Enamel Grapevine Triple Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1900s, this delicate American Art Nouveau festoon necklace features enamel leaves
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Festoon Style Seed Pearl Flower Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique English Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Festoon Style Seed Pearl Flower Necklace. 4 individual
Pearl, Gold
Art Nouveau French Plique-a-Jour Amethyst and Mississippi River Pearl Festoon
Located in Narberth, PA
Mississippi River pearls dangle, one below the teardrop and the other from the two central festoon chains. The
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Victorian Style Five Strand Baroque Pearl Festoon Necklace Presented by Kate Wang
Located in St.amford, CT
Five Strand Baroque Pearl Festoon Necklace with draping swags of natural baroque pearls and solid
Graceful Citrine and Pearl Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handmade citrine and pearl festoon necklace,the pear shape citrine drop measures aprox. 17 mm
14k Gold
Antique Opal Pearl Diamond Gold Festoon Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique 14k gold necklace, decorated with opals, pearls and diamonds. Necklace is 16" long and
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
Pretty Citrine Festoon Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Graceful natural citrine and Belle Epoque seed pearl festoon style necklace in 14kt. yellow gold
Citrine, Natural Pearl
Peridot and Fresh Water Pearl Festoon 10 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in St. Louis Park, MN
the natural pearls. It looks so light and "Springy". This necklace features: 10 faceted Peridot
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold
Saltwater White Pearl and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Festoon Style Drop Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Style:Festoon Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18K Stone: 600 Round Brilliant Cut Necklace
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Enamel Diamond Gold Festoon Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian enamel & diamond festoon flower necklace featuring three enamel* flowers, including a
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Pearls and Diamonds Chain Choker Necklace, 18k Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
An array of dangling freshwater pearls in various sizes accentuated by glimmering natural diamonds hanging from a delicate chain fitted closely around the neck. A modern take on th...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2.5ct Natural Emerald & Tapered Baguette Diamond Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Refined Luxury. Timeless Beauty. A Statement of Emerald Elegance. Unapologetically elegant, this statement engagement ring showcases an approx. 2.5ct natural Emerald, glowing with r...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique French Silver Hair Comb Hair Ornament
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This hair comb was handcrafted in the late 1830's, the engraving in the centre is typical for the design of the second quarter of the nineteenth The design of this hair comb feature...
Silver
$562
H 1.74 in W 1.19 in D 0.2 in L 16.93 in
Antique French Belle Époque Silver Pendant Necklace Markasites Coloured Paste
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Belle Époque necklace was created out of silver in France towards the end of the 19th century. The design of the pendant shows a smaller and a larger bow crowning a garland. The...
Silver
$2,950
H 1.58 in W 1.66 in L 16.15 in
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Ombre Enamel Peridot Pearl Diamond Necklace, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Nouveau period 18K gold, Ombre enamel, faceted peridot, diamond and natural pearl necklace. Early 20th Century With a central oval peridot measuring 9mm by 6mm, surrounded ...
Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Enamel
Edwardian 6.00 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum 18K Gold Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a paperclip link chain suspending a foliate motif pendant from a quatrefoil surmount Surmount and pendant are pierced platinum-topped gold displaying sweeping foliate mot...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Style Green Emeralds Old Mine Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This diamond and emerald ring features natural diamonds and emeralds in a stunning Art Deco style design with rich color, and gorgeous sparkle! Highlights: - Vibrant 0.25ct round c...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
Antique Rose Cut Diamond Russian Gold Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique Russian rose cut diamond necklace with an estimate diamond weight of 8 carats in movable dangling links design back foiled diamond settings rose gold color hall marked 56 imp...
Diamond
Christian Dior Vintage Multi Strand Pearl Logo Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage choker necklace featuring four strands of off-white faux pearls and a silver toned C D I O R logo embellished with clear crystals. Silver tone metal hardware...
Rare 1948 Jacques Fath Beaded Chantilly Lace Dress Gown
By Jacques Fath
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French designer, Jacques Fath has been called the "Couturier's Couturier" and was considered one of the greatest couturiers of the 1950's. He was known for his outstanding opulent hi...
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in L 17 in
Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NEC...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque 1900 Diamond Ring in 18Karat Gold
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Art Nouveau / Belle Epoque Diamond ring in 18 Karat Gold. Ca. 1900 Belle Epoque (Spanish or French) Bypass Diamond ring mounted in 18 karat yellow Gold. The two main diamonds are ha...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage turquoise beaded silk sheer floral layered wedding slip dress gown M L
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE A breathtaking vintage gown. I would estimate this to be from around the late 90's. It has a pale blue lining which is overlayed with a sheer turquoise layer that ...
Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria color emerald cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this handcrafted platinum engagement ring. The aquamarine weighing 1.16 carats is embellished with 6 bright ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
F/W 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney Runway Maroon Bodycon Backless Cowl Dress
By Stella McCartney, Chloé
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This Fall/Winter 1999 Chloé by Stella McCartney maroon bodycon dress features a draped cowl neckline that mirrors the dramatic open back, connected by a delicate strap. Debuting on...
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings 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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.