Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
jewelry lovers, or vintage enthusiasts, this turquoise Tibetan necklace is a rare and soulful treasure.
Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise
Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
jewelry lovers, or vintage enthusiasts, this turquoise Tibetan necklace is a rare and soulful treasure.
Turquoise
Silver Coral Turquoise Necklace Chinese Tibetan Dragon Head
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
example of craftsmanship from either Chinese or Tibetan traditions. Featuring Four intricately detailed
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
$2,080Sale Price|28% Off
W 0.44 in L 2.5 in
Michael Kneebone Tibetan Turquoise Diamond Amazonite Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Tibetan turquoise is paired with amazonite in these graceful dangle earrings. The turquoise is
Amazonite, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.02 in L 20 in
TIBETAN 1920 Antique Necklace In Sterling Silver With Carved Corals & Turquoises
Located in Miami, FL
An antique Tibetan necklace with turquoises and coral. This is a gorgeous antique necklace created
Coral, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
$220Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in L 20 in
LB offers Santo Domingo Shell Pendant Tibetan brass Glass turquoise Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
turquoise glass, faux coral glass beads, Large Tibetan brass beads with inlaid coral and turquoise, black
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Brass
Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke
Located in Milford, DE
Extra-Long Turquoise Glass Necklace with Antique Japanese & Tibetan Netsuke Carvings and Mixed
Multi-gemstone, Mixed Metal
$200Sale Price|55% Off
H 2.75 in L 20.75 in
LB offers Tibetan inlaid pendant Venetian glass Resin Crystal Turquoise necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Tibetan inlaid Brass pendant necklace. This very unusual
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Crystal, Brass
$160Sale Price|36% Off
H 2.5 in L 22.5 in
LB offers Vintage Brass Repousse pendant Agates Turquoise Glass Tibetan necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
patina. Large blue dyed agates, Green turquoise rondelles, blown blue glass beads, and Vermeil spacers
Agate, Turquoise, Brass
$208Sale Price|20% Off
H 3 in L 22 in
LB offers Tibetan Silver Lapis pendant Blue Agates Turquoise Venetian necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a vintage Tibetan Silver and Lapis Lazuli pendant necklace. The
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver
$2,250Sale Price|22% Off
L 16 in
Pearl and Turquoise Necklace with a Tibetan Gau Gilt Silver Pendant Estate
Located in Montreal, QC
, suspending a Tibetan Prayer Box (Gau) Pendant, opens to reveal a seated Turquoise Buddha; handmade gilded
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver
LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a strand of multi colored vintage beads from Italy, Tibet, Africa etc. Large ‘Amber’ Discs, Mille Fiore glass tubes, African ceramic beads, and blown ...
Turquoise, Brass
$180Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in L 21 in
LB offers African Stone Elephant Tibetan brass Lapis Bone MOP Imari Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
of the vintage Mother of Pearl beads, Chunky Turquoise, Large Lapis Lazuli Rounds, Vintage Japanese
Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Brass
$200Sale Price|42% Off
H 1.5 in L 19.5 in
LB offers Vintage Tibetan pendant Chinese porcelain Azurite Lapis OOAK necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a one of a kind Vintage Tibetan,(Silver and glass) pendant handmade
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tibetan Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Exceptional necklace of natural Tibetan Turquoise beads of very rare large size. The length of the
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tibetan Sterling and Turquoise Traditional Cuff
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Vintage sterling bird and turquoise cuff set on what appears to be a resin in a deep burnt orange
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
W 2.72 in D 0.79 in L 2.52 in
Lapis Lazuli Turquoise Ruby Emerald Tibetan Buddhist Prayer Pendant Jewelry Box
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Spectacular Tibetan Buddhist Prayer Pendant Jewelry Box delicately decorated with Lapis Lazuli
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Silver
A.Jeschel Tibetan Turquoise bold Amber beads necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing the "One-of-a-Kind" tribal necklace, a stunning piece of jewelry that is sure to make a
Amber, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Marvelous Turquoise necklace with Tibetan Pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Silver pendant with a design of Tibetan Deer animals inlaid with Turquoise, in Buddhism, Deer symbolizes
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Freshwater Pearls with Vintage Tibetan Turquoise pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
are spaced with small Turquoise nuggets connected with a Vintage Tibetan Sterling Silver Turquoise
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tibetan Pendant Necklace Including Antique Turquoise and Natural Red Coral
Located in Rome, IT
It has recently been restrung on strong red cord with a new silver clasp. Weight 212 gr. Lenght 550 mm. Item condition grading: **** good - Ce.S.Ar. Certificate.
Coral, Turquoise
A.Jeschel Flattering Turquoise and Pearl necklace with Tibetan Pendant.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
of Pearls and Turquoise. Each element of this necklace has been carefully selected and expertly
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Sterling Silver
A pair of Tibetan turquoise and silver earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of silver and turquoise earrings for women in the Lhasa region.
A.Jeschel Sterling Silver Dragon Tibetan Pendant and Turquoise assorted beads
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
". The pendant is connected with assorted Turquoise, Amber & Sterling Silver beads. The back of the
Amber, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.jeschel Statement and Unique Lotus Flower Tibetan Pendant Amber and Turquoise.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind An absolutely beautifully unique and bold Tibetan Pendant necklace, featuring a
Amber, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Traditional Tibetan Ghau Box pendant with Turquoise and Keshi Pearls
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Tibetan Ghau Prayer Box surrounded by smaller turquoise and coral. This piece is handcrafted from hand
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Copper
A.Jeschel Turquoise and Ethnic beads necklace with Tibetan Silver Bird Pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
handcrafted with attention to detail. The pendant is inlaid with a large Turquoise oval shape it is suspended
Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver
1950s Tibetan Sterling Cuff
Located in San Francisco, CA
What a treasure...this sterling silver Tibetan bracelet is beautifully embellished with hand stamps
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Tibetan Pendant Necklace With Assorted Gems
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
, Baroque Pearls, assorted Turquoise, and Tibetan beads. Sterling Silver pendant size 4' X 2', reverse side
Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Multi strand Freshwater Pearl with Tibetan pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Tibetan Pendant was hand-made from Sterling Silver and decorated with Turquoise and Tibetan mosaic, the
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise
A.Jeschel Magnificent necklace with Tibetan Bold Sterling Silver Pendant
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Tibetan Pendant. Sterling Silver cross design center and Turquoise decoration. Tibetan artists always
Amber, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Tibetan brass pendant with Citrine and Pearl necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Introducing a truly unique and remarkable piece of jewelry - a one-of-a-kind necklace
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel A super Dramatic and Bold Tibetan pendant long necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
attention. This dramatic piece boasts large brown turquoise plates, carved ox bone beads, Boulder opal, red
Turquoise, Opal, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Colorful and Bold necklace with Amber Coral Turquois and Tibetan beads
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
diverse corners of the globe. This captivating necklace is a harmonious symphony of coral, turquoise
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Turquoise Large Bead Long Necklace with Rare Tibetan Natural Turquoise
Located in Aspen, CO
Tibetan natural turquoise, 50 round beads displaying a pleasing medium blue, robin's egg blue, with
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Sold
H 2.25 in L 21.25 in
LB offers Vintage Reversible Mexican inlaid Pendant Tibetan Venetian necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning, Vintage, Turquoise inlaid, Sterling Silver, Reversible,Mexican
Turquoise, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Copper
Natural Tibetan Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Exceptional necklace of natural Tibetan Turquoise beads of very rare large size. The length of the
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
LB offers Tibetan Bakelite Venetian Glass Resin Turquoise bead Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a strand of large Tibetan resin and silver beads, Bakelite Amber
Turquoise, Stainless Steel
Vintage Ornate Silver Tibetan Turquoise and Ocher Stone Chunky Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
of Tibetan jewelry. The turquoise stones are irregular in shape, emphasizing the organic, earthy
Turquoise, Silver, Brass
LB offers Tibetan inlaid pendant French Bakelite Lapis Coral Turquoise Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a large, dramatic inlaid Tibetan Pendant with large stones set in
Amber, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
LB offers Tibetan Amber Turquoise inlaid pendant Brass Art Glass Agate Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Vintage Tibetan inlaid pendant necklace. Turquoise and Amber
Agate, Amber, Turquoise, Brass
Sold
H 3.75 in W 0.5 in L 20 in
LB Tibetan pendant Turquoise vintage Indian agate bone discs necklace on offer
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Large Tibetan brass and Amber handmade pendant with turquoise stone skull beads,antique Indian
Amber, Turquoise, Agate, Brass, Gold-filled
Brass Tibetan / Nepalese Buddha Bracelet with Coral and Turquoise Glass Stones
Located in London, GB
Wonderful brass Tibetan / Nepalese link bracelet, with detailed buddhas or deities, set with coral
Brass
Sold
H 7 in W 1 in Dm 3 in L 26 in
Large one of a kind, handmade, statement necklace with Tibetan pendant.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
sterling silver Mexican beads,vintage Indian silver and amber beads,Tibetan amber and turquoise inlaid
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 3.5 in W 0.75 in Dm 2 in L 28 in
Vermeil , amber, Tibetan pendant necklace that’s one of a kind, handmade, statem
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
consists of Tibetan brass beads,Chinese turquoise,bone,and amber resin faceted beads. Some vintage
Amber, Turquoise, Vermeil, Brass
LB offers Large Inlaid Tibetan pendant Carnelian Rock Crystal Venetian necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Round Inlaid Tibetan amulet necklace. Amber, Turquoise, and
Amber, Carnelian, Coral, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Brass
Sterling Silver and Turquoise Tibetan Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sterling Silver and Turquoise Tibetan Necklace
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tina Chow Tibetan Turquoise "Choglomsar" Single Earring
By Tina Chow
Located in New York, NY
refugees. Circa 1989. 18 karat gold wireback with a single Tibetan turquoise stone. This
A.Jeschel Powerful Turquoise necklace with a large center bead of Tibetan.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
, Tibetan beads inlaid with turquoise . The box clasp is sterling Silver and Turquoise. A show stopping
Amber, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tibetan Glass Dragon Stone Pendant Necklace
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A fine vintage Tibetan dragon pendant necklace. Hand-constructed metal item features mounted yellow
Coral, Turquoise
Old Tibetan Ceremonial Collar Presented by Carol Marks
Located in St.amford, CT
Old Tibetan Ceremonial Collar Silver , raw turq. and natural coral, some amber. Came from a
Amber, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Delicate Tibetan Ghau box Pearl necklace.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
have long been prized for their power. Tibetans believe that turquoise offers protection from evil and
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Elegant Long Pearl necklace with Tibetan Pendant.
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
, including two unusual vintage Tibetan beads, each inlaid with vibrant turquoise and coral stones, and each
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Vermeil
A.Jeschel Dramatic Power Necklace Combining Large Tibetan Amber Centered
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Dramatic power necklace combining large Tibetan Amber center stone within equally
Amber, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
A.Jeschel Stunning Freswater pearl necklace with a Vintage Tibetan pendant .
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
treasure for any jewelry collection. This intricate piece is a testament to the exceptional filigree work
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl
Tibetan Single SIlver and Turquoise Earring
Located in Arcata, CA
This interesting, hand crafted silver earring features a beautiful Tibetan turquoise stone set in a
Turquoise, Silver
Stephen Dweck, One of a Kind Tibetan Turquoise Choker Pendant Necklace
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Directly from the ridges of the Himalayas, this Tibetan Turquoise Choker is set to make
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Tibetan Turquoise, South Sea Pearls and 18 Karat Gold Beads Necklace
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
36 in (91.5cm) long necklace with Tibetan turquoise, South Sea pearls and 18 karat gold beads
South Sea Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18k Yellow Gold Victorian Old European Cut Diamond Earrings
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
These vibrant earrings are made in 18k yellow gold with Old European cut diamonds and come from the Victorian era. The classic drop style earrings and original Victorian design is mo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style Amethyst Phosphosiderite Green Enamel Gold Diamonds Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
A pair of earrings with 2 Amethyst buttons diameter 10mm that support 2 elements in white gold, diamonds and green enamel, in the lower part we have 2 Phosphosiderite round drops 12x...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
$720Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.48 in L 2.37 in
Art Deco Style Jade Coral Emeralds Black Enamel Gold Diamonds Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 round orange mediterranean coral buttons with small round Emeralds in the center,midd...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel
White Biwa Stick Pearls with Diamonds Paradizia Earrings
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Rare and organic in form, these luminous Biwa freshwater pearls are elegantly accented with faceted 14k yellow gold beads. Suspended from delicate gold chains and diamond...
14k Gold
14 Mm Pearls, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful dangle earrings in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds and a ruby in the final part. As pendant, a pearl. These earrings were totally handmade by Italian mast...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
Large Navajo Kingman Turquoise Cuff
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Exceptionally large Navajo Kingman turquoise and sterling wrist cuff. 48 nuggets of turquoise interspersed with sterling beads and another large turquoise stone surrounded by twisted...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$4,990Sale Price|34% Off
Flashy Fancy Blue Zircon White Diamond One of a Kind Gold Ring, Pamela Froman
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
Crush Ring handcrafted by award-winning jewelry designer Pamela Froman in intricately-finished 18k yellow gold showcasing a spectacular natural 4.28 carat fancy-cut Cambodian blue zi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Multi-gemstone, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k G...
$5,670Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.44 in L 2.8 in
Multi Tier Australian Opal Earrings Accented With Multi Gemstone & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
These artistic multi-tier earrings feature vibrant Australian opals highlighted with sparkling diamonds and colorful gemstone accents including emeralds, rubies, and sapphires. Craft...
Emerald, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, 14k Gold
Christian Dior 1970s Fox Fur Coat
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Get your hands on this breath taking 1970s Christian Dior fox fur coat! The most luxurious and dramatic classic fur coat in an eye catching contrasting brown fur. Beautiful stripes o...
Antique Dragon Hinged Bangle Silver
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Exquisite and rare antique Straits Chinese bangle features a highly detailed, hollow-constructed dragon motif, with intricate Etruscan-style applied wire and granulation work. The de...
Silver
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold diamond stud earrings, featuring 0.68 carats of white diamonds, G color, VVS1 clarity. Dimension: Diameter 0...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Ethnic Tribal Handcrafted Silver Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Striking beauty of this heavy vintage "Katesari" collar necklace, a true representation of Art Deco elegance and ethnic craftsmanship from Uttar Pradesh, India. This exquisite piece ...
Silver
$795
Size: Small - Large
1970s Pomare Hawaiian Vintage Colorful Tropical Print Halter Wrap 70s Maxi Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, yet versatile POMARE of HAWAII brightly colored floral wrap halter maxi dress! Soft cotton blend, with bright colors in purple, pink, blue, fuchsia, green and yellow. Criss cro...
Vintage Turquoise Bib with Coral
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Turquoise Bib Necklace with Coral is a bold and striking statement piece of jewelry that combines two vibrant, natural gemstones—turquoise and coral. Both stones have rich cultural...
Coral, Turquoise, Brass
The thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.