18 Karat White Gold South Sea Pearls and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold South sea Pearls and Diamond Necklace There are 25 South Sea Pearls measuring approximately 14 -18 millimeters. with a paved diamond clasp. 55 round brilliant ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Topaz with South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description 49 carats pear shape white topaz with a 12 South Sea pearl and diamond drop. Item #N1243 Materials and Weight White Topaz 49 carats, pear shape South Sea pearl 12.1mm, r...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Topaz
Edwardian 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
An Edwardian necklace crafted in 18KT gold, centred with a cultured South Sea pearl suspended from a bow-shaped diamond-set pendant.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Cultured South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic cultured South Sea pearl necklace boast 27 pearls measuring approximately 18.80-15.00 mm in diameter, strung knotted in a graduated style.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.20mm to 15.70 mm South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Derby, NY
Estate Necklace, 29 South Sea Pearl Round White to Light Rose, 542 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 6.47 cttw H-I VS2-SI1, 18K White Gold Jewelry Type : Necklace Metal Type : 18K White ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Unique and hard to find, an oversized, baroque white south sea pearl is studded with round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond and South Sea Pearl Necklace Pendant in 18k White Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace features a White South Sea Pearl, 16mm in diameter, dangling from the bottom of a Swirled D...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
15mm White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous drop pendant features a large, fine-quality white South Sea pearl with beautiful luster! The pearl is topped with a diamond-studded 18 karat yellow gold cap that has be...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yoko London South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pendant has been designed with a lustrous South Sea pearl suspended between a decorative diamond and white gold design. This pendant will brighten up any occasion. -...
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Important South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Regal and spectacular diamond and 18kt yellow gold South Sea pearl necklace.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Roman Malakov 1.54 Carat South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in White Gold
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pearl necklace showcasing 31 South Sea pearls measuring 12.50-14.50mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,000Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold, 31.5 Inches
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning two-piece necklace set features a luxurious strand of South Sea pearls and brilliant-cut diamonds, all set in rich 18k white gold.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Yoko London Baroque South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This striking necklace by Yoko London features Baroque South Sea pearls and diamonds embedded on a delicate 18 Karat White Gold chain.
Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White...
$108,000Sale Price|20% Off
VERDURA 25 Carat Diamond and South Pearl Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Chicago, IL
Verdura South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace An extraordinary Verdura creation featuring luminous South Sea pearls measuring 13.5–14.5 mm.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl & 7.40ct Diamond Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds necklace in elegant and refined design, crafted with particular attention on all details , this piece evoke a sense of luxury and make a bo...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl & 4ct Diamond Necklace by Designer Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearl and Diamonds necklace, in elegant and glamour design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace, 3.20ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exclusive South Sea Pearls and Diamonds necklace. Pearls embody elegance, exude delightful charm, and invite endless creativity.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
.10 Carat Diamond Black South Sea Pearl White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Black cultured south sea pearl and diamond necklace. Tear drop shaped black cultured South Sea pearl in a bow design 14 white gold pendant set with 16 round and 1 baguette diamond. 1...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearl 10.00 Carat Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn yourself with the epitome of elegance - white South Sea Pearl and Diamonds necklace. Its luminous luster and radiant shine beautifully reflect sophistication and grace.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold 13mm South Sea Pearl & Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Cultured South Sea Pearls and Diamond Necklace in 18k white gold.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$38,000Sale Price|63% Off
NWT $105, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Large South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT White Gold and South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Beautiful OUTSTANDING MAGNIFICE...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Artisan Crafted 18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace, 6.50 Ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds necklace. The necklace features a delicate arrangement of sparkling diamonds , which adds a touch of femininity and grace.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Deco 18k Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace, 11.00 Ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds necklace in Art Deco design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$52,200Sale Price|40% Off
18kt White Gold South Sea Pearl Neckalce with 15.00ct Round and Baguette Diamond
Located in Great Neck, NY
This exquisite South Sea Pearl and diamond necklace is a luxury jewel designed for both bridal elegance and timeless gifting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k...
$3,960Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond South Sea Pearl Necklace Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Certified $14,950 12.80-10.00MM Lady's South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace. Nothing says, “I Love ❤️ you” more than Diamonds and Pearls.
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features an exceptional South Sea pearl, selected for its remarkable size, perfectly round form, and pristine surface.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Golden South Seas Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Gold
By Royal Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
This exquisite strand of semi-baroque, roundish golden South Seas pearls is absolutely stunning! Included gorgeous pearls graduating in diameter from 13.00mm to 15.00mm, all with sup...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
【Crown Radiance】15.7mm Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Large South Sea pearls of this size and quality are rarely encountered, making this necklace a statement jewel suitable for both collectors and refined daily wear.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Lustre Arc】Floating Net South Sea Pearl Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A refined South Sea pearl pendant designed with a delicate openwork chain structure, creating a soft “net” setting that allows the pearl to remain visually light and subtly mobile. ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace, 14–15mm
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A statement of brilliance and presence, this South Sea pearl pendant is framed within a radiant diamond halo, embodying the essence of Crown Radiance—where light, form, and scale con...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Lumière Y-Drop Convertible South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Lustrous South Sea Pearl Necklace – A Versatile Statement of Elegance This breathtaking necklace features a 15-16mm oval South Sea pearl, radiating with an exquisite high-luster glow.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Diamond Tassel Gold Pendant Necklace 0.27
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Pearl Type: South Sea Pearls Quality: AAA, Exc. Pearls luster: AAA Nacre Very Thick Diamond Count: 37 Diamond Weight: 0.27
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Convertible Y-Line South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 85cm-long necklace showcases a high-luster South Sea pearl, gracefully suspended from a diamond-accented design.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Frost Branch Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This graceful 45cm necklace showcases a 13-14mm South Sea pearl, glowing with an ethereal aurora-like luster.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Royal Garland Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This dazzling bridal necklace is crafted from 18K white gold, weighing 12.6 grams, and features a lustrous 14-15mm South Sea pearl as its centerpiece, radiating brilliance and elegan...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Emerald Collar Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin: Japan Material: South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamonds Dimensions: Necklace Length Approx. 48 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 11.9 mm Quality: AAAA...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Radiant and regal, this pendant captures the essence of Crown Radiance — where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne. A luminous 13–14 mm Golden South Sea pearl, glowi...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Platinum, Diamond & South Sea Pearl Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Total diamond weight 7.00 carats Pearls are approximately 13 mm Necklace length 16 inches Diamond / South Sea Pearl Drop 1.25 inches Diamond / Tahitian Pearl Drop 2 inches
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
【Sculpted Geometry】Architectural South Sea Pearl & Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A study in refined minimalism, this pendant balances architectural lines with natural brilliance. At its center rests a 12–13 mm White South Sea pearl of AAAA quality, round in form ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry 】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Where form meets serenity — this pendant from Sculpted Geometry highlights the elegance of clean lines and luminous pearls. A glowing 11–12 mm AAAA Golden South Sea pearl with aurora...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Conchéa】Conch Pearl & Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant — 1.87ct
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A luminous harmony of rarity and elegance, this pendant features a delicate blush pink conch pearl (1.87ct) with partial flame pattern and natural calcium inclusions, set amidst a pa...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
【Crown Radiance】Convertible Emerald Vine South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Aurora 13-14mm South Sea Pearl Necklace embodies sophistication and versatility.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, White Gold
【Vine Symphony】Luminous Bloom South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the quiet elegance of nature in motion, this pendant captures a moment of gentle bloom. At the center hangs a luminous South Sea pearl, measuring approximately 13mm, sel...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
Floating South Sea Pearls and Golden Pearl Pendant
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold South sea Pearls 11mm Golden Pearls 15mm
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Italian South Sea Pearl Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace 0.37 Cts 13mm 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold, this elegant Italian-made pendant necklace features a luminous 13mm South Sea pearl suspended beneath a delicate snowflake-inspired diamond ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Regal Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Majestic and resplendent, this regal pendant features a golden South Sea pearl at its heart, framed by diamond-studded leaves and radiant engravings of gold. The intricate design rec...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Star Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
A jewel that radiates majesty, this pendant embodies Crown Radiance — where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne. The glowing 13–14 mm Golden South Sea pearl, prized ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Commanding and luminous, this pendant embodies Crown Radiance — where brilliance takes form, and elegance takes the throne. At its center rests a magnificent 13.8 mm Golden South Sea...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Renaissance Buccellati-Style South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This captivating pendant showcases a radiant South Sea pearl at its core, symbolizing purity and elegance. Encased in an intricate Buccellati-inspired setting, the 18K gold frame fea...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace Description: A graceful South Sea pearl necklace strung with luminous pearls and centered by an ornate pendant crafted in plati...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Italian 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace 0.31 Cts 13.5mm
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luxurious 18 karat white gold, this elegant Italian-made pendant necklace features a luminous 13.5mm South Sea pearl accented by a sculptural diamond-set swirl motif.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Link Drop Necklace 4.20 Carat 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18K Rose gold drop necklace featuring 8 South Sea Pearls measuring 13-15 mm flanked with numerous round brilliants in a halo and link motif weighing 4.20 carats. Color G-...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Rose Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Halo Link Drop Necklace 4.20 Carat 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18K Rose gold drop necklace featuring 8 South Sea Pearls measuring 13-15 mm flanked with numerous round brilliants in a halo and link motif weighing 4.20 carats. Color G-...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
$29,750Sale Price|54% Off
Graduated South Sea Pearl Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
Indulge in elegance with this exquisite Graduated South Sea Pearl Necklace, featuring pearls of exceptional quality ranging from 12.1mm to 15.6mm.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Petite Signature】South Sea Pearl Pendant, Diamond Clasp (Convertible Design)
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Product Information Origin Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18K Gold, and Diamond Dimensions 45 cm Pearl Shaped: Round Size: 12-13 mm Quality: AAA Nacre: Very Thick Color: White Lust...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
【Crown Radiance】Majestic Panther South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
Where brilliance takes form, elegance takes the throne. A masterpiece of power and refinement, this pendant features a sculpted panther in 18k white gold, pavé-set with over 2.25 car...
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
【Crown Radiance】Aurora Mandala Diamond South Sea Pearl Pendant
By The Pearl Vogue
Located in New York, NY
This majestic pendant draws inspiration from the symmetry and spiritual balance of mandalas and sunbursts. A luminous AAAA-grade South Sea pearl glows at the center, surrounded by a ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.