Plaque Necklace
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century Greek Link Necklaces
Gold
2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
2010s Nepalese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1940s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amber, Citrine, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Silver, Copper
Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Ruby
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Early 20th Century Russian Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century British Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Opal, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Crystal, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
Antique 1850s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Enamel
Antique Early 18th Century British George IV Link Necklaces
Cut Steel
Late 20th Century French Artist Chain Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Choker Necklaces
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Rock Crystal, Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Base Metal
Vintage 1970s Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Base Metal
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Link Necklaces
Gold
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1860s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Jade, Tourmaline, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Rope Necklaces
Antique 1860s French Art Nouveau Link Necklaces
Brass
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 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.
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