Swimmer Necklace
20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1940s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Zircon, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Finnish Modernist Link Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s Finnish Chain Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, Gold Plate, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Jade, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Vermeil
Vintage 1970s Finnish Modernist Link Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 22...
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, 22k Gold, Silver
2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Clip-on Earrings
Ruby, Tanzanite, 22k Gold, Silver
1990s French Maxi Dresses
People Also Browsed
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches
Crystal
1970s American Belts
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Pearl
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Engagement Rings
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
2010s Japanese Art Nouveau Band Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Gothic Revival Beaded Necklaces
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Recent Sales
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Rhodium, Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s Italian Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal
Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings
Crystal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Link Necklaces
Ruby, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, 22k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Zircon, Ruby, Tsavorite, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Star Ruby, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings
Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Swimwear
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold
2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s Peruvian Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k 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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