Russian Icon Pendant
Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, White Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Alexandrite, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Artisan Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Brooches
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Brooches
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Vermeil
2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Central American More Necklaces
2010s Australian Artisan Stud Earrings
20th Century Central American Belle Époque More Necklaces
Gold Plate
People Also Browsed
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Crystal
Early 20th Century More Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Tsavorite, Rhodolite, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s African Contemporary Loose Gemstones
Rubelite, Tourmaline
Vintage 1940s Hong Kong Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures
Jade, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Bracelets
Jasper
2010s Necklace Enhancers
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces
Jade
2010s Indian Art Nouveau Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
1910s Palestinian Scarves
2010s Uruguayan Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s British Victorian Brooches
9k Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Vermeil
Recent Sales
Antique 18th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 18th Century Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century American Artist More Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Victorian Drop Necklaces
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French More Jewelry
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Brooches
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s German Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Pendant Necklaces
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Finding the Right Necklaces for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Religious artwork is painted on Russian icons. Depending on the design, an icon might show a depiction of a Russian Orthodox saint or a scene from the Old or New Testaments of the Bible. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Russian icons.
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