Snake Necklace Glass
Vintage 1960s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Gold Plate
Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Brass
Vintage 1960s Mexican Sterling Silver
Amethyst, Coral, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Unknown Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces
Vintage 1950s French Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Sterling Silver
Silver
Mid-20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Copper, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Vintage 1920s Collectible Jewelry
Glass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal, Metallic Thread
2010s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Chalcedony
21st Century and Contemporary British Fashion Rings
Sterling Silver
2010s American Link Bracelets
1930s Vienna Secession Figurative Prints
Paper
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Early 2000s Italian More Necklaces
Vintage 1960s French Renaissance Brooches
Gilt Metal, Gold, Brass, Bronze, Enamel
Vintage 1960s American Modern Chain Bracelets
Vintage 1940s French Modern Clip-on Earrings
Crystal, Brass
20th Century French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Mexican Folk Art Screens and Room Dividers
Wood
Vintage 1960s French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Mexican Trunks and Luggage
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1940s American Baroque Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Tables
Hardwood, Machiche
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Bronze
Vintage 1950s Mexican Industrial Easels
Pine
Late 20th Century Mexican North and South American Rugs
Wool, Cotton
Recent Sales
Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Aquamarine
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
2010s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1940s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate, Base Metal
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s British Victorian Choker Necklaces
Garnet, 9k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 18th Century Unknown Empire Charm Bracelets
Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Go...
Vintage 1970s Choker Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces
2010s Chain Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Antique 1820s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Chain Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Chain Necklaces
Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Drop Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 15k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces
1990s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Choker Necklaces
Garnet, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1990s Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Late 20th Century British Drop Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces
2010s Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces
Late 20th Century French More Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1820s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco More Necklaces
Other, Silver Plate, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Greek Revival Chain Necklaces
Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Citrine, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
1990s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vases
Art Glass, Paint
Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Cufflinks
Silver
Antique 1860s High Victorian Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian More Necklaces
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Choker Necklaces
Garnet, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Natural Pearl
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, 22k Gold
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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.
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