$2,792Sale Price|20% Off
Natural Persian Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace 15.32 TCW Certified
By Enrico Kassini
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Persian Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace 15.32 TCW Certified $15,950 211937 Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls This Turquoise necklace has been Certifi...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
Estate Layered Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
This necklace features genuine high grade Robinson Egg Blue turquoises from the sleeping beauty mine in Arizona, delicately strung together with the highest grade deep red (undyed) I...
Turquoise, Diamond, Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Australian Chrysoprase And Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
Hand strung sophisticated precious bohemian gemstone necklace in a beautifull mint green color, enriched with playfull details such as; • Sparkling white natural diamonds (3 diamond...
Turquoise, Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold
$2,600Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Turquoise Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Turquoise 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. 18 inch length, adjustable at 16-17 Lobster clasp Limited edition Crafted from 18 karat yellow...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SĀMAÁ Diamonds - Halo Turquoise Necklace - Turquoise & Diamond Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
About the Halo Turquoise Necklace: A timeless emblem of serenity and strength, Its classic circular silhouette, crafted in white gold, adorned with a striking turquoise stone.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Bead Gold and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This whimsical necklace features 15 turquoise matrix beads of similar shapes, linked together with small gold balls and clasped together with a gold and diamond closure.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Pendant
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Pendant crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and carved Turquoise Round Brill...
Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Turquoise & Diamond Butterfly Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 14K yellow gold butterfly necklace featuring vibrant turquoise inlay wings and three round diamond accents at the center.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise and Diamond Gold Vintage Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Turquoise and Diamond Gold Statement Necklace. Featuring Hand set Turquoise, weighing approx. 190tcw.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise and Diamonds Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Turquoise and diamond brushed 18 kt white gold necklace.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise and Diamonds 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this turquoise, diamond and 18k white gold pendant necklace, designed with a large pear-shaped turquoise pendant suspended from a white gold chain.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18KT White Gold Turquoise and Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A bold statement in vibrant color and refined luxury, this 18KT white gold necklace features a stunning arrangement of genuine oval cabochon cut turquoise gemstones.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,900 / item
Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Renowned for its modern & fierce jewelry, "Meghna Jewels" highlights her signature pave arches in this stunning Claw Pendant. Cast in 18K Gold and sterling silver. It is hand set...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold Turquoise Cts 0.47 Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This necklace features a vivid 0.47 ct turquoise gemstone paired with 25 round diamonds totaling 0.11 cts.
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This magnificent necklace is crafted in 18-karat yellow gold and features an extraordinary combination of natural turquoise from Arizona, diamonds, and blue enamel.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Emis Turquoise and Diamond Necklace Description: A striking design by Emis, this necklace features vibrant robin’s egg blue turquoise spaced along a polished curb-link chain.
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Gold Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Before the sharp geometry of the Art Deco period, the curves and the nature shown in Art Nouveau jewels with their soft swirling lines couldn't be more different from the jewels that...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
18k White Gold Turquoise Cts 0.29 Diamond Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This expertly crafted piece features a breathtaking 0.29 ct turquoise, suspended in a swirl of yellow gold and framed by 29 round diamonds (0.11 ct) on 2.17 grams of 18k white gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gold Necklace With Turquoise and Diamond and Enamel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow and white gold floral necklace set with oval and round cabochon cut turquoises and dark blue translucent enamel leaves alternated an element with two brilliant cut...
Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Turquoise, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant necklace in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds for all the length.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This particular cut, highly prized in classical and antique-inspired jewelry, adds charm and a vintage allure to the overall design. The 14k yellow gold chain, delicate yet durable,...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offering tremendous antique charm, the 16-inch chain is appointed with three stationary drops, each set in the center with a rose cut diamond and decorated with a cluster of turquois...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond & Ruby Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
You can wear this beauty with any outfit during any season of the year. Furthermore this necklace includes: • Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. • large 14K solid gold clasp (18x14mm) wit...
Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Turquoise and Diamond Bib Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fine Sleeping Turquoise Pear Shapes weighing about 70 Carats. Diamonds weighing 19.50 Carats. Made in Italy.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Amazing 18 karat white gold drop necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with Arizona turquoise and diamonds Necklace total weight 17.70 grams Diamonds weight 0.20 karat Turquo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Evil Eye Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful necklace is set with 2.05 carats Turquoise and 2.04 carats glimmering pave diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic 18 karat white gold pendant necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled with natural turquoise and diamonds Diamonds weight 0.33 karat Turquoise weight 31.90 grams Neckla...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
The 18k white gold setting offers the perfect contrast to the vibrant blue of the turquoise and the dazzling sparkle of the diamonds, creating a color balance that exudes sophisticat...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds White Gold 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Unveil the beauty of contemporary elegance with this captivating pendant necklace in white gold 18 Karat , a stunning blend of gemstones.
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold
Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic 18 karat white gold choker necklace. Handmade by our craftsmen assembled with natural turquoise and diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace. Handmade by our craftsmen assembled with natural turquoise and diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This elegant necklace is a statement piece fashioned from 18-karat white gold, featuring a pendant with a vibrant turquoise sphere that adds a pop of color and a touch of natural bea...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Introducing an exquisite necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver, featuring stunning turquoise from Arizona and brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Turquoise, Topaz, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant necklace mounted with a pendant in 18 kt yellow gold structure with a heart topaz and diamonds.
Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,776Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise and Diamond Halo 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace features a captivating turquoise cabochon, encircled by a halo of sparkling crystals. The pendant is suspended from a delicate gold chain, enhancing its elega...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise & 5.20 Carat Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: This striking vintage necklace features vibrant turquoise beads paired with a stunning oval and pear-shaped turquoise centerpiece, all beautifully accented by 5.20 carats of r...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,000
Turquoise Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise Necklace A white gold necklace with a large turquoise pendant adorned with a round-cut diamond at the top.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18k Marquise Diamond and Turquoise Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning 18k diamond and turquoise necklace is sure to make a statement.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Turquoise & Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Crafted in precious 750 white gold, the necklace is enhanced with genuine natural turquoise from Arizona and sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds that emphasize its refinement and timele...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
92 Gr Turquoise, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing necklace mounted with spheres of turquoise and a clasp in 14 kt white gold studded with diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold
$6,553Sale Price|20% Off
Turquoise Antiques Jade 18k White Gold Diamonds Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Uzbekistan Turquoise, antiques Chinese carved jade, diamonds, white gold 18k gr.25,90. Very delicate decò style amazing antiques pieces on it with different pose of buddha. ...
Diamond, Jade, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Turquoise 17.90cts & Diamond 1.23cts Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
We pay tax and shipping expenses. This eye-catching necklace showcases a graceful arrangement of pear-shaped turquoise gemstones, each framed by a delicate halo of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Turquoise, Tsavorite and Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this turquoise, tsavorite and diamond white gold pendant necklace, centered by an oval turquoise and framed by a radiating cluster of diamonds and tsavorites.
Diamond, Tsavorite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality early Antique Victorian Heart Pendant set with gorgeous Persian Turquoise cabochons with Old Mine Cut Diamonds. The color of the Persian Turquoise is absolu...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Flame Turquoise Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This Flame pendant necklace is handcrafted in 18K Gold, sterling silver and diamonds.
Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Turquoise Star Necklace for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
This Beautiful and Vibrant Star Necklace is crafted of 14K Yellow Gold featuring approximately 0.15ct of round Natural Diamonds and a Star Shape Turquoise.
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Pendant Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,850 / item
Turquoise Diamond Marquise Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This Claw necklace is cast in 18K gold & sterling silver.
Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: round cut = 0.21cttw Color: H Clarity: VS2 Length: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 5.70 grams
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 18kt White Gold Turquoise & Diamond Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A sophisticated creation that combines traditional goldsmithing, precious materials, and contemporary elegance—perfect for enhancing any fine jewelry collection. Diamonds weight 0.1...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Stunning necklace with refined and timeless charm, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 silver, enhanced by an elegant pendant set with natural Arizona turquoise, brilliant-cut di...
Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
SCALA GIOIELLI 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise & Diamond Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Ideal for those who appreciate elegant simplicity, it is a precious piece that tells a story of craftsmanship, tradition, and enduring style. Turquoise weight 16.40 grams Diamonds w...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Vintage 14K Gold Turquoise Paste & Diamond Cross Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Product Specifications Metal: 14-Karat Yellow Gold (Hallmarked 585). Gems: Approximately 0.35 carats of Natural Diamonds (Brilliant Cut).
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Hammerman Bros. 18K Gold Diamond and Turquoise Necklace
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Houston, TX
Hammerman Bros. collar necklace is composed of 18K yellow gold with carved turquoise and diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal handmade statement necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises accompanied by a large 3.5 carat vibrant yellow Citrine set in 14k gold surrounded by spar...
Diamond, Turquoise, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry 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.