Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Diamond Return To Tiffany Wrap Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
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Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Diamond Return To Tiffany Wrap Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
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Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return to TIffany Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Atlas 1.00 Carat Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Elegant Tiffany & Co Atlas flexible link necklace in 18k yellow gold with platinum sections
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Gold
$20,000Sale Price|20% Off
L 16 in
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Large Mixed Cluster Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant and timeless, this Tiffany & Co. Victoria pendant necklace showcases the maison’s
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Soleste Natural Round Diamond Halo VVS Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Soleste Round Cut Natural Diamond Halo 950 Platinum Necklace. Approx. 0.51
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co .98 Carat Diamond Platinum Bubble Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co platinum "Bubbles" design diamond key pendant. Large size. Two Inches long. Incredibly
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co .50 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Excellent Tiffany & Co platinum diamond key pendant, medium size, 1.5 Inches long. This retired
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 1.05 Carat Diamond White Gold Heart Padlock Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Unlock the essence of timeless elegance with the Tiffany & Co. 18k white gold diamond filigree
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Rose Gold Lock Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Tiffany & Co. platinum and rose gold diamond lock pendant suspended on an 18 Inch platinum
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
$2,850
H 0.52 in W 0.44 in D 0.24 in
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Natural Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Pendant for a Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage sapphire and diamond pendant. By Tiffany & Co. In 18 karat yellow gold. Center
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti .60 Carat Diamond Platinum By The Yard Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience the epitome of elegance with the Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti diamond by the yard necklace
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.17ct Brilliant Cut 18ct Gold Elsa Peretti Diamond by the Yard
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.17ct Brilliant Cut 18ct Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Diamond by the Yard Necklace
Diamond, Gold
Tiffany & Co 14K Gold Heart Shape Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Flushing, NY
Tiffany & Co 14K Gold Heart Shape Pendant Marked: 14K PLEASE RETURN TO TIFFANY & Co NEW
Gold, 14k Gold
Diamonds by the Yard Single Diamond Pendant in Yellow Gold by Elsa Peretti T&Co
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co pendant with single round brilliant cut diamond. Absolutely stunning shine
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cathedral Croc Cross Pendant Necklace with diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
sculptural form inspired by the powerful armour of the crocodile. Brilliant diamonds illuminate the cross
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,999Sale Price|42% Off
H 3.47 in W 2.17 in D 1.07 in
Color Change Hand-Carved by Suzanne 'Regan' Pascal Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Las Vegas, NV
painting in Paris. She returned to California to live and work. She is known for her sculpturing of glass
Diamond
$4,280 / item
Croc Tail Slider Pendant in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
sculptural silhouette inspired by the powerful movement of the crocodile’s tail. Brilliant white diamonds
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,280 / item
Croc Tail Slider Pendant in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
sculptural silhouette inspired by the powerful movement of the crocodile’s tail. Brilliant white diamonds
Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co .95 Carat Diamond Platinum Rose Gold Heart Lock Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co Enchant diamond heart lock pendant necklace in platinum with 18k rose gold lock center
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Rose Gold Return to Tiffany Diamond Necklace 0.13 Carat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold heart tag charm and chain from the Return to Tiffany collection. The heart tag is
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Gold Please Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Cape May, NJ
Tiffany & Co 18K White Gold Diamond Please Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Necklace. The necklace
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co 925 Return To Tiffany Diamond Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & Co Return to Tiffany Etched Lightning Bolt on Round Tag Charm Pendant Description
Diamond
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return to TIffany Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Tiffany T Circle Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Tiffany & Co Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Tiffany T Circle Necklace. Featuring 46
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Yellow Gold Heart Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Necklace Heart pendant Diamond studded Engraved "Return to Tiffany" Lobster clasp fastening
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.86ct Natural Round Cut Diamond VVS Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Round Cut Natural Diamond 950 Platinum Necklace. A beautiful platinum
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany Diamonds by the Yard Platinum Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, Platinum, by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., New York. Diamonds by the Yard is one of
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. 0.30ct Brilliant Cut Platinum 3 Diamond by the Yard Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 0.30ct Brilliant Cut Platinum 3 Diamond by the Yard Necklace Product Details
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Circlet Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Circlet Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: J1635 Brand
Diamond, 18k Gold
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany .40ct Diamonds By the Yard Solitaire Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, Platinum, by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. The perfect everyday diamond solitaire
Diamond, Platinum
Platinum Diamonds by the Yard Sprinkle Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, Platinum, by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. New York. This Diamonds by the Yard
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Mini Double Heart Tag Pendant Rose Gold & Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Mini Double Heart Tag Pendant Rose Gold & Diamonds Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 4.18
Diamond, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold 16mm Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold 16mm Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., New York. Diamonds by the Yard is one of Elsa
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
W 1.77 in D 0.35 in L 2.24 in
Art Deco 1925 Japonism Enameled Travel Clock in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
setting of the diamonds. The piece is decorated in both sides with abstract images of the Japan national
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' Bar Necklace with Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. bar necklace in 18 karat rose gold from the 'Return to Tiffany
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
W 0.82 in L 1.03 in
Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany Diamond Heart Tag Pendant or Charm 18 Karat Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Iconic "Return to Tiffany" diamond heart pendant. This familiar designer piece that Tiffany & Co
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. A beautiful
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18 Karat White Gold Authentic
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18K White Gold Authentic, Vintage Tiffany
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 1.46 in W 0.87 in D 0.21 in Dm 36 in L 36 in
Tiffany & Co. 1918 Art Deco Watch Necklace in Platinum with 4.03ctw Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace watch designed by Tiffany & Co. Fabulous and very beautiful piece, created in the 1918
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18 Karat White Gold Authentic
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18K White Gold Authentic, Vintage Tiffany
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co 18k Gold, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Dogwood Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine gold, diamond and pearl 'Dogwood' necklace. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k yellow gold
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti .30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & CO Elsa Peretti color by the yard platinum 16 Inch Necklace. Crafted in platinum, this
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. HardWear Diamond Necklace in 18K Rose Gold – 9 Carats
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The Tiffany HardWear Graduated Link Diamond Necklace is a commanding expression of modern elegance
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & CO Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold 0.50 CT 31" Long Chai
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & CO Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold 0.50 CT 31" Long Chain. This is an
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Square Link Choker
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Yellow Gold And Platinum Diamond Choker. Its a very heavy 18 Karat
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Tiffany & Co. Pendant/Brooch 18k/Plat. c1910 New York
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 18k/Platinum, by Tiffany & Co, New York. Captivating in its elegance, this gorgeous
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamonds by the Yard Single Diamond Pendant in Yellow Gold by Elsa Peretti T&Co
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co pendant with single round brilliant cut diamond. Absolutely stunning shine
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cumming Vintage Large 18K and Ruby Earrings, c. 1989
By Angela Cummings
Located in Aspen, CO
, designer and goldsmith and in the late 1960's, thomas Hoving offered her a job designing jewelry at Tiffany
Ruby, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' Rose Gold Diamond Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' heart pendant crafted in 18 karat rose gold featuring
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany Heart Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold wit
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Length: 19.70 mm, Pendant Width: 16.15 mm Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Return to Tiffany Heart Pendant
1980s Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torino, IT
1980s luminous flexible Necklace signed Elsa Peretti TIFFANY & CO. Crafted in polished 18k Yellow
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold 42.00cttw Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elegance encapsulated in gold and diamonds, this estate Van Cleef & Arpels 42.00cttw diamond necklace is a breathtaking testament to the craftsmanship and timeless beauty that define...
Diamond, 18k Gold
David Webb Turquoise Diamond Platinum Wrap Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous David Webb platinum wrap coil ring with two turquoise cabochons (measuring 15mm x 10mm and 20mm x 13.5mm), surrounded with a total of approx. 7.00ctw H-SI1 diamonds. Ring si...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
Unavailable|$11,000
W 0.75 in L 8 in
Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso 18K Yellow Gold Pear Shape Tourmaline Thick Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Title: Vintage Tiffany & Co. by Paloma Picasso 18K Yellow Gold Pear Shape Tourmaline Thick Bracelet Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] W...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Diamonds Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Diamond Necklace by Chopard. With 39 brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight 1.80 ct Details: Length: 42.5 cm Width chain: 1 cm Penda...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Riviera Diamond GIA Heart Emerald Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning estate diamond and emerald heart necklace is crafted in 18 karat White and yellow gold. Incorporates 84 round-cut and 25 marquise shaped diamonds, prong-set in pairs, c...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
French Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cocktail Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A French Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Cocktail Ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The diamonds weigh appx. 6 carats. Made in France. Ring Size US 5. SKU 1126
Diamond, 18k Gold
Exceptional Diamond & Colored Stone Earrings by Marina B.
By Marina B
Located in San Francisco, CA
The pop of color that every collection deserves! From famed designer Marina Bulgari come these 18 karat yellow gold earrings featuring a 3.30 carat pink tourmaline and a 3.30 carat b...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
BULGARI Spiga Diamond Yellow Gold 3 Row Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bulgari bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and is designed as a flexible wrap bracelet of chevron links, accented with round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an es...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Blue And Fancy Pink Sapphire Platinum Doppio Ring Circa 1980
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
A double sapphire and platinum 'Doppio' ring by Bulgari circa 1980. The natural fancy pink and blue sapphires, both oval cut, estimated at approximately 1.62ct and 1.61ct both unheat...
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Maillon Panthere Gold Diamond Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Classic Maillon Panthere 18k yellow gold band ring, by Cartier. Round brilliant-cut diamonds of approximately 1 carat, most with E-F color and VS clarity, set on 18 karat yellow gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bvlgari Bulgari Ruby Diamond Jewelry Set 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning Bulgari ruby and diamond jewelry set crafted of 18k gold. The set includes a matching necklace, bracelet, and pair of earrings, created with Bulgari’s signature geometric ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
76 Carat Pear Cut, Marquise Cut, and Round Cut Diamond Collar Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum 76.00 Carat Diamond Collar Necklace. This stunning diamond necklace is crafted with substantial size diamonds all throughout. The focal point is a flower motif that is co...
Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 70s Gold and Diamond Bangle Bracelet and Earrings Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet and earrings features 18K hammered gold with sections of round diamonds. Bracelet: total diamonds weight 2.85 carats. Internal circumference 6½ inch...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Double Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Ring, 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Double Pear Shape Sapphire and Diamond Ring made in 18K Yellow Gold. The total weight is 7.50 grams. Ring Size US 5.25. SKU: 505-MCEJJPL
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral and Diamond Bangle Bracelet Designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelet dates from circa 1970. The hinged bombé form is ...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Burma Ruby & Burma Sapphire Long Dia Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels, Ruby , Blue Sapphire & Diamond Sautoir with a Detachable Sapphire Bracelet. Circa 1978. The total length is 117 inches and can be worn with several different len...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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.