Peridot Antique Lacquer Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Peridot Antique Lacquer Cina 1920 coming from a buckle engrave with flowers, refine with Diamonds 18 k Gold gr.20 diamonds K 2,70 Necklace.
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
$1,280Sale Price|20% Off
14K Gold Peridot and Diamond Flower Necklace – 42cm
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A vibrant vintage-style floral pendant necklace featuring six luminous heart-shaped peridot petals surrounding a sparkling diamond center.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold
Peridot pendant necklace august baby month 10KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful peridot pendant necklace in 10KT yellow gold, 19" necklace with stunning open basket and modern style chain.
Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold
22.71 Carat Peridot Round Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
2 Peridot Gemstones: 22.55 Carats 5 White Round Diamonds: 0.16 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow Gold, 6.30 Grams
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Citrine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted in precious 750 white gold, the necklace is adorned with an elegant composition of natural yellow citrines and peridots, carefully selected for their brilliance and vibrant c...
Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
115.5 Carat Peridot Round Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 PERIDOT Gemstone: 113.74 Carats 6 White Round Diamonds: 0.87 Carats 50 White Round Diamonds: 0.89 Carats Metal: 18K White Gold, 18.90 Grams
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,319Sale Price|20% Off
62" Long Aquamarine Peridot Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sabrina Balsky Jewelry One of a Kind Handmade 62" long Fine Gemstone quality Necklace of Natural 14mm Aquamarine Beads with Black Freshwater Pearls, and faceted Amazonite Rondelles, ...
Amazonite, Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
2119 carats Genuine Natural Peridot String Necklace natural peridot 20 line 40
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
2119 carats Genuine Natural Peridot String Necklace natural peridot 20 line 40 inches long with real Gold Ends, Gold Peridot Bead necklace Total Weight: 433 gms approx.
Peridot, 14k Gold
14K Yellow Gold 1.94 Cts Round Peridot Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A vibrant round peridot takes center stage in this 14K yellow gold pendant necklace, creating a fresh contrast between vivid green color and the warm tone of the setting.
Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 1.94 Cts Round Peridot Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : A vibrant round peridot takes center stage in this 14K White gold pendant necklace, creating a fresh contrast between vivid green color and the warm tone of the setting.
Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
Piaget Diamond Peridot Heart White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Piaget
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Peridot Heart Pendant Necklace by Piaget. With round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approximately .90ct 1 heart shape peridot.
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
14K White Gold 0.47 Cts Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About This 14K white gold pendant necklace combines Peridot with diamond accents. The colored gemstone creates the main focal point, while the diamonds add contrast and sparkle withi...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.47 Cts Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About This 14K yellow gold pendant necklace combines Peridot with diamond accents. The colored gemstone creates the main focal point, while the diamonds add contrast and sparkle with...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.79 Cts Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About This 14K yellow gold pendant necklace combines Peridot with diamond accents. The colored gemstone creates the main focal point, while the diamonds add contrast and sparkle with...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 0.79 Cts Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
About This 14K white gold pendant necklace combines Peridot with diamond accents. The colored gemstone creates the main focal point, while the diamonds add contrast and sparkle withi...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pasquale Bruni Diamond Peridot White Gold Cross Necklace
By Pasqual Bruni
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond And Peridot Cross Pendant Necklace by Pasquale Bruni.
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
Victorian 3.50ct Peridot and Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian era, this beautiful necklace has been hand crafted in 15 carat yellow gold.
Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Beads Necklace with Tsavorite Clasp, 18 Karat White
Located in New York, NY
A classic necklace of green Peridot Beads with a Pave setting Tsavorite Clasp, 18K White Gold.
Peridot, Tsavorite
Coral, Peridots, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful necklace mounted with little structures in 9 karat rose gold and silver studded with diamonds and peridots.
Coral, Diamond, Peridot, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1990s Italian 18K Gold Kunzite Peridot Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A vibrant auality Italian-made made, circa choker necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold with alternating kunzite and peridot gemstones.
Diamond, Kunzite, Peridot, 18k Gold
Faceted Peridot Bead Gold Multi Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold necklace with 5 strands of faceted peridot gemstones.
Peridot, Gold
Vintage Long Peridot Gemstone Platinum Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Long Peridot Gemstone Platinum Link Chain Statement Necklace.
Peridot, Platinum
Modern 14.48 carat peridot platinum by the yard necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern platinum "by the yard" necklace highlights 14.48 carats of vibrant peridots, offering timeless elegance and versatile wear with its 53-inch length.
Peridot, Platinum
$13,200Sale Price|25% Off
Laura Munder Peridot & Pink Tourmaline Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Laura Munder
Located in Dallas, TX
Laura Munder Peridot and Pink Tourmaline Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold.
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot Diamond Solid 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.8 Grams Chain Length: 18" Pendant Diameter: 15.7 mm x 20 mm Stamped: "14K" Gemstone: Peridot Peridot Meas...
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Ethiopian Opal Peridot Yellow Gold Bead Necklace
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 36 inch graduating length Ethiopian Opal 146 carats approx. Peridot 145 carats approx. 18kyg roundels 18kyg toggle clasp Strung on silk Limited editi...
Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Beaded Necklace with Peridot and 14K Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This one-of-a-kind double strand necklace features an impressive collection of gorgeous emerald beads arranged with sparkling peridot and 14k gold accents.
Emerald, Peridot, Multi-gemstone, 14k 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 luminous pearls accented by vibrant green peridots.
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Diva Dream Diamond Peridot Rose Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Peridot Pink Tourmalines Topaz Diva Dream Necklace by Bulgari.
Diamond, Peridot, Rose Gold
14k Gold Lemon Necklace with Pavé Yellow Sapphires & Peridot
Located in Missoula, MT
Crafted in solid 14k gold, the lemon silhouette shimmers with pavé-set yellow sapphires, each stone reflecting the vibrant glow of citrus at its ripest. A symbol of optimism and ener...
Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
Spectacular Peridot Garnet and Diamond Set Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
No. 20998 Stone Details: The peridot displays a leafy green which is an optimal hue for peridot.
White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
14K Yellow Gold Amber Peridot Smokey Quartz Pendant Necklace Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Unique 14K yellow gold pendant necklace featuring an oversized natural amber accented with peridot, smokey quartz, and tourmaline.
Amber, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Rock Crystal Rose Quartz and Peridot Bead Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Rock Crystal Rose Quartz and Peridot Bead Necklace A Bulgari necklace with three rows of polished pebble-shaped rock crystal, rose quartz, and peridot gems, alternating with...
Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Michael Kneebone Amethyst Peridot Citrine Multi-Strand Carved Bead Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Four strands of graduated "melon carved" beads in amethyst, peridot and citrine comprise this Mogul style necklace.
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 14k Gold
Peridot Solitaire pendant necklace 10KT yellow gold 18" chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning natural peridot pendant necklace in 10KT yellow gold, 18" chain.
Peridot, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
85ct Natural Citrine Amethyst Peridot Garnet Dangle Necklace 14kt 12403*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Natural Citrine Amethyst Peridot GArnet Dangle necklace. Handmade. Total Weight 85ct. 20 x 11mm citrine 12 x 8mm amethyst 11x 8.5mm peridot 9 x 8mm garnet 9 x 6mm aquamarine 16 inche...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 14k Gold
1.20 Carat Round Peridot & Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This Peridot & Diamond Pendant is a stunning and timeless accessory that can add a touch of glamour and sophistication to any outfit. This pendant features a 1.20 Carat Round P...
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT White Gold Round Cut Peridot Bezel Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Add a touch of vibrant, modern elegance to your style with this Round-Cut Peridot Bezel Solitaire Pendant. Expertly crafted in polished 14K white gold, the necklace features a brilli...
Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
14KT Yellow Gold Round Cut Peridot Bezel Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Add a touch of vibrant, modern elegance to your style with this Round-Cut Peridot Bezel Solitaire Pendant. Expertly crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, the necklace features a brill...
Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Mogul Necklace with Peridot and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Peridot 1.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.12 carat approx. 18 inch necklace with loops at 16th and 17th inch Lobster clasp Crafted from 18 karat yellow ...
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Peridot pendant necklace 14KT yellow and white gold 18 inches chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Peridot pendant necklace in 14KT yellow and white gold.
Peridot, 14k Gold
14k Gold Ruby Cabochon and Peridot Leaf Cherry Pendant Necklace
Located in Missoula, MT
A celebration of color and craftsmanship — luminous ruby cabochons and a fresh green marquise peridot leaf set in 14k gold create a piece that feels both playful and charming. -3mm ...
Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold
Marina J. Peridot, Mosaic & 18k Gold Plated Woven Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mosaic centerpiece is perfectly adorned and framed by Peridot, intricately woven together into a fine lace like design.
Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
14KT Yellow Gold Solitaire Oval Cut Peridot Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Add a refreshing pop of color to your jewelry collection with this elegant Oval-Cut Peridot Solitaire Pendant. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K yellow gold, the necklace features...
Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$612Sale Price|20% Off
14KT White Gold Solitaire Oval Cut Peridot Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Add a refreshing pop of color to your jewelry collection with this elegant Oval-Cut Peridot Solitaire Pendant. Meticulously crafted in polished 14K white gold, the necklace features ...
Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
Top Quality 387.70 Carats Peridot Plain Tumbled Natural Gemstone Necklace
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Top Quality Peridot Plain Tumbled Natural Gemstone Necklace Size : 6x7 To 13x10 Beads Weight : 387.70 Carats Strand - 2 Line
Peridot
3.50 Carat Oval Peridot Diamond Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Green Peridot and diamond pendant necklace. Set with an oval bright rich green 3.50ct Perdot that is enriched by the halo of 18 round full cut diamonds.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
14k Gold Modern Peridot Apple Pendant Necklace with Diamond Accents
Located in Missoula, MT
Inspired by sunlit orchards, this apple pendant in peridot and diamond captures the beauty of nature in full bloom. 🍏 -4x2mm Pear shaped diamonds -1.0mm round peridot
White Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold
$6,016Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Peridot Seed Pearl Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A Victorian peridot and seed pearl necklace in 18 karat yellow gold.
Peridot, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Artisan 22-Inch Gold-Plated Peridot Nugget Necklace, USA, New
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This elegant 22‑inch African peridot nugget necklace showcases the vibrant, refreshing beauty of genuine peridot in its most natural form.
Peridot, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2.00 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Peridot & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Perfect for any occasion, this necklace adds a touch of elegance to your jewelry collection.
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Modern Pendant Necklace with Citrine, Peridot, Diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with peridot, citrine, and brilliant-cut diamonds up to 0.90 ct – F/G – VS/SI – 45 cm long Detailed description The necklace is 45 cm long ...
Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold
BellaGem Inc. 18K Yellow Gold Pakistani Peridot & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Celebrate exceptional color and craftsmanship with the 18K Yellow Gold Pendant featuring Pakistani Peridot, Baguette & Round Diamonds by BellaGem Inc. Expertly handcrafted in lum...
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
105.61 Carat Smoky Quartz, Peridot and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
*ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES FOR USA CLIENTS.* An art-deco necklace, with a 105.61 carat pear shaped Smoky Quartz, 3.08 carat Peridot and Diamonds.
Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Peridot and Pearl Floral Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
My favourite thing about this Edwardian Peridot and Pearl Necklace is the elegant shape. What’s yours?
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$740Sale Price|20% Off
Handmade 56" Peruvian Pink Opal Necklace, Peridot, Amethyst, Apatite
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a Kind 56" Long Necklace with Gemstone Peruvian Pink Opals, Fine Gemstone Quality Faceted Peridot and Brazilian Amethyst, hand cut Apatite Rondelles can be doubled with a Ster...
Amethyst, Opal, Peridot, Apatite, Sterling Silver
14K Gold Heishi Candy Beaded Necklace with Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot
Located in Westport, CT
Four stones in heishi cuts—amethyst, citrine, peridot, aquamarine—mixed without pattern. Lavender, honey, green, pale blue. The colors are soft but the heishi shape keeps it structur...
Peridot, Citrine, Aquamarine, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
18K Yellow Gold Peridot, Aquamarine, and Citrine Necklace MF18-012326
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A stylish, contemporary design sets this luxury necklace apart from all other pieces in your collection.
Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
56ct Natural Tourmaline Amethyst Peridot Station Yard Necklace 14kt 12521*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
56ct of gorgeous natural gems on chain 10ct center emerald cut green tourmaline 15 x 9mm 10ct total weight of natural aquamarines 7ct total weight of natural amethysts 8ct total ...
Amethyst, Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Zircon, 14k Gold
Jade Peridot Frog Pendant Necklace Brooch Pin Yellow Gold Vintage
Located in New York, NY
The frog's eyes are fabulous round faceted green Peridot gems. The detailed design work on the frog ring is so delightful and very special.
Jade, Peridot, Gold, 10k 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.
Vividly colored. Relatively inexpensive. The striking green gemstone that is the star of the show in your vintage and antique peridot jewelry and watches is timeless and loved all over the world.
Suffering from nightmares? Try placing a peridot next to your pillow. In ancient Egypt, where the semiprecious stone was first discovered (and where it was referred to as the “gem of the sun”), it was believed to have magical powers, including the ability to protect people from evil spirits, including the ones responsible for bad dreams. Luckily for those wanting to test their efficacy against nighttime terrors, peridots are relatively inexpensive. Luckier still for August babies, whose birthstone it is, the vibrant green jewel in vintage peridot earrings, peridot rings and more goes beautifully with a summer wardrobe.
Peridot was mined in ancient times, perhaps as early as 1500 BC, on Topazos Island, today known as Zabargad or St. John’s Island, in the Red Sea. According to gemologist Edward Gübelin, “the occurrence of peridot on Zabargad is intimately related to the regional geology and the tectonic processes that on a larger scale were responsible for the formation of the Red Sea itself.”
Those ancient deposits have been exhausted. Today the largest and finest peridots come from Pakistan and Myanmar, while the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona is the source of most of the stones used in mass-produced jewelry. Peridots are also found in Vietnam, Tanzania and China.
Zabargad is the source of the most famous large peridots, several of which are prized parts of public collections. The Natural History Museum in London owns a 146-carat step-cut stone, but it is the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, that boasts the largest cut peridot, weighing 310 carats. Then there’s the Chicago Field Museum’s pear-shaped Green Goddess, weighing 154-carat and etched with the figure of a woman. It was acquired at the World’s Columbian Exposition in 1893, and In 2008, the renowned Chicago jeweler Lester Lampert designed an 18-karat yellow-gold setting for the stone, surrounding it with 3.24 carats of yellow diamonds.
Find vintage and antique peridot brooches, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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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.