Slide Charm Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Necklace Enhancers
Pearl
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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Silver
Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Rose Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Chain Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Excellent condition. 14" x 1.25"
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Antique 1880s American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Artist Cocktail Rings
Crystal, Gold Plate
Vintage 1930s American Drop Necklaces
Brass
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century American Wrist Watches
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Enamel
Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
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2010s Indian Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
20th Century Chain Necklaces
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Early 2000s French Charm Bracelets
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Charm Bracelets
Pearl, 9k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Modernist More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Renaissance Chain Necklaces
Citrine, Garnet, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Steel
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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Link Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Danish Artist Choker Necklaces
Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold
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9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Link Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1890s Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century American Chain Necklaces
Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Unknown More Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American More Necklaces
22k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Amethyst, Sapphire
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Emerald, 15k Gold
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Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
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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 15, 2024The charm on a necklace is called a pendant. It comes from the Old French word pendr, which means "to hang down." In turn, this word has its roots in the Latin verb pendere, also meaning "to hang." Shop a large collection of pendants from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Whether charm necklaces are in style can vary based on personal tastes and current trends. However, many people continue to wear charm necklaces year after year. Charm necklaces allow their wearers to record their most precious life moments in a language of gold and gemstones. The charms can represent friendships and hobbies, as well as births, graduations and anniversaries, making them enduringly meaningful. Find a variety of charm necklaces on 1stDibs.
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