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18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry
18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry

18k Gold Twisted Link Chain Necklace French Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An 18k gold twisted link chain necklace, French made. 
Each link is formed by a small ring

Category

Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Twisted Link Chain Necklace
Twisted Link Chain Necklace

Twisted Link Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Attractive and large twisted gilt chain link necklace from the 1980's, USA. 17" x 1". Excellent

Category

Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Givenchy Twist Link Chain Necklace
Givenchy Twist Link Chain Necklace

Givenchy Twist Link Chain Necklace

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Attractive and chunky twist link gilt chain necklace by Givenchy, Paris. Embossed logo clasp. 18" x

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

16 Inch Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Large Open Twisted Link Chain Necklace
16 Inch Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Large Open Twisted Link Chain Necklace

16 Inch Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Large Open Twisted Link Chain Necklace

Located in Old Tappan, NJ

18K yellow gold large open handmade twisted link necklace. - 28.3 grams - 16 inches long

Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Twisted Rope Chain Necklace, Solid Gold 14K, Elegant Textured Link Chain
Twisted Rope Chain Necklace, Solid Gold 14K, Elegant Textured Link Chain

Twisted Rope Chain Necklace, Solid Gold 14K, Elegant Textured Link Chain

By Zelveti

Located in Patchogue, NY

Sleek, elegant, and endlessly versatile, this solid gold twisted rope chain necklace is designed to

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver twisted wire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plated sterling silver twisted wire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful Cartier chunky twisted necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of a

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Italian 18k White Gold 18" Matte Twisted Wire Cable Link Chain Necklace
New Italian 18k White Gold 18" Matte Twisted Wire Cable Link Chain Necklace

New Italian 18k White Gold 18" Matte Twisted Wire Cable Link Chain Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 8.59 Grams Chain Type: Twisted Wire Cable link Chain Length

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Chain 34 Inch Vintage 1970's Twist Link Necklace
Cartier Chain 34 Inch Vintage 1970's Twist Link Necklace

Cartier Chain 34 Inch Vintage 1970's Twist Link Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Wire Twist Disk Chain Necklace from the 1970s is a rare and

Category

20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

UnoAErre 14k Italian Yellow Gold Pearl Twisted Wire Link 36" Long Chain Necklace
UnoAErre 14k Italian Yellow Gold Pearl Twisted Wire Link 36" Long Chain Necklace

UnoAErre 14k Italian Yellow Gold Pearl Twisted Wire Link 36" Long Chain Necklace

By UnoAErre

Located in Montclair, NJ

(approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 29.3 Grams Chain Type: 36” - 3.46mm Oval link - Spring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Chain Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Chain Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

curb link chain necklace. Dimensions: L17.32 in x 0.34 in. W x 0.24 in. D - L 44 cm x 9mm. W x 6 mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Long Chain Link Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Long Chain Link Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Long Chain Link Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver twisted wire long necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Unique 14K Gold 30" Twisted Wire Wrap on Open Oval Link Chain Necklace
Vintage Unique 14K Gold 30" Twisted Wire Wrap on Open Oval Link Chain Necklace

Vintage Unique 14K Gold 30" Twisted Wire Wrap on Open Oval Link Chain Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

Twisted Wire Chain Length: Measures 30 inches next to a ruler Chain Width: 8.8mm (0.35") (at the twisted

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated sterling silver twisted wire link

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Long Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Long Chain Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Long Chain Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

curb link long chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 15k Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace, Longuard, Rope Twist Link
Antique 15k Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace, Longuard, Rope Twist Link

Antique 15k Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace, Longuard, Rope Twist Link

Located in NEWARK, GB

has elegant rope twist links with a 15kt gold dog clip fastener. These chains are such a versatile

Category

Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace
Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated sterling silver twisted wire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace
Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

Alex Jona Gold Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated sterling silver twisted wire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain Link
Antique Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain Link

Antique Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain Link

Located in Miami, FL

Antique 5mm Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain 32 Inch. The chain is very

Category

Vintage 1950s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterle Paris Bi-Colored White Yellow Gold Round Twisted Link 30" Chain
Sterle Paris Bi-Colored White Yellow Gold Round Twisted Link 30" Chain

Sterle Paris Bi-Colored White Yellow Gold Round Twisted Link 30" Chain

By Pierre Sterlé

Located in Greenwich, CT

twisted link vintage chain will keep you singing. Circa 1975. 30" in length. Total weight 53 grams.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of rope twist link chain and fastens using a bolt clip and

Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of rope twist link chain and fastens using a bolt clip and

Category

Vintage 1960s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Graduated Rope Twist Link Necklace
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Graduated Rope Twist Link Necklace

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Graduated Rope Twist Link Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of graduated rope twist link chain and fastens using a

Category

Vintage 1960s British Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 32 Inch Trace & Twist Link Chain
15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 32 Inch Trace & Twist Link Chain

15ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 32 Inch Trace & Twist Link Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Fancy Gold Chain 15ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1920s This 15ct yellow gold fancy link

Category

Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

link chain necklace. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 17.71 in. L. x 0.60 in. W x 0.63 in. D 45 cm. L. x 1.5 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

9ct Yellow Gold Fancy Twisted Box Link 19 1/2 Inch Chain with Swivel Clasp
9ct Yellow Gold Fancy Twisted Box Link 19 1/2 Inch Chain with Swivel Clasp

9ct Yellow Gold Fancy Twisted Box Link 19 1/2 Inch Chain with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

chain is a true treasure from the 1980s. The chain boasts a stunning design featuring fancy twisted box

Category

Late 20th Century English Link Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 22 Inch Fancy Twist Link Belcher Chain with T Bar
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 22 Inch Fancy Twist Link Belcher Chain with T Bar

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 22 Inch Fancy Twist Link Belcher Chain with T Bar

Located in Brighton, GB

gold Edwardian belcher link chain, a true embodiment of vintage elegance. This exquisite piece features

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

The David Webb Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace is a true masterpiece, elegantly crafted

Category

20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace

Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Link Chain Necklace

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated twisted wire sterling silver link

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alexander The Great Coin Charm 18k & 14k Gold Chain Necklace
Alexander The Great Coin Charm 18k & 14k Gold Chain Necklace

Alexander The Great Coin Charm 18k & 14k Gold Chain Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

gold link chain. This ancient coin necklace is a perfect layering piece. The chain is 14" long, the

Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Chanel Rare Vintage Lamb Chain Link Twist Necklace 2CA1022
Chanel Rare Vintage Lamb Chain Link Twist Necklace 2CA1022

Chanel Rare Vintage Lamb Chain Link Twist Necklace 2CA1022

By Chanel

Located in Dix hills, NY

Made In: France Measurements: Length: 36" Width: .4" Height: 36" Necklace Drop: 17" OVERALL

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other

Vintage Cartier Paper Clip Half Diamonds Twist Chain Link Yellow Gold Necklace
Vintage Cartier Paper Clip Half Diamonds Twist Chain Link Yellow Gold Necklace

Vintage Cartier Paper Clip Half Diamonds Twist Chain Link Yellow Gold Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Carat Weight: 3.14 ct Diamond Color: E Diamond Clarity: VVS Total Item Weight: 25.9 grams Necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar
14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar

14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar

By Mon Pilar

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Our tribute to the sun. Crafted entirely by hand, each oval link is twisted, formed, cut, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Byzantine Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Hand Crafted 14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16IN
Hand Crafted 14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16IN

Hand Crafted 14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16IN

By Mon Pilar

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Part of our signature chain collection, the Olivia Necklace resembles the modern paperclip chain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16 IN
14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16 IN

14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Filigree Round Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16 IN

By Mon Pilar

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Our tribute to the sun. Crafted entirely by hand, each oval link is twisted, formed, cut, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Judith Ripka Twisted Oval Link Two-Tone Chain in Sterling Silver
Judith Ripka Twisted Oval Link Two-Tone Chain in Sterling Silver

Judith Ripka Twisted Oval Link Two-Tone Chain in Sterling Silver

Located in Surfside, FL

Judith Ripka twisted oval link two-tone chain in sterling silver with accent CZ stones on the spear

Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Twist Link Chain Necklace
Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Twist Link Chain Necklace

Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Twist Link Chain Necklace

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Vintage Estate 18K Yellow Gold Twist Link Chain Necklace. This beautiful chain is crafted

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace
Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace

Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace

Located in Troy, MI

Beautiful handcrafted Italian 18k gold twisted link chain necklace with a lobster clasp. necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace
Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace

Italian "Handmade" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Link Necklace

Located in Troy, MI

Beautiful handcrafted Italian 18k gold twisted link chain necklace with a secure lobster clasp

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rarely Seen Handmade in Italy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Twist Chain Necklace
Rarely Seen Handmade in Italy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Twist Chain Necklace

Rarely Seen Handmade in Italy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Twist Chain Necklace

By F Vergano

Located in Troy, MI

There's nothing like the feel of a beautiful handcrafted Italian 18k gold double twist link chain

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Long Chain Twist Link Necklace

Gold Long Chain Twist Link Necklace

Located in London, GB

A Victorian 18ct gold long chain with twisted figure-of-eight style links, with a lobster clasp

Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Twisted Link Chain
Twisted Link Chain

Twisted Link Chain

Located in New York, NY

Chain, finely crafted in 18k yellow gold weighing 46.6 DWT. Circa 1970's.

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Antique Russian Gold Twisted Chain Link Necklace
Antique Russian Gold Twisted Chain Link Necklace

Antique Russian Gold Twisted Chain Link Necklace

Located in Chicago, IL

Made in Moscow between 1908 and 1917 Length 176 cm (69,3 in.) Weight 46.44 grams Marked with 56 zolotnik old Russian gold standard (14K) and maker’s initials.

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Chain Necklaces

Roberto Coin 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace
Roberto Coin 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace

Roberto Coin 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace

By Roberto Coin

Located in New York, NY

exquisite necklace is a celebration of artistry, featuring a stylized twisted rope chain comprised of

Category

20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #22922
Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #22922

Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #22922

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling Silver Italy Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace- This lovely two-tone chain

Category

20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #21154
Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #21154

Sterling Silver Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace #21154

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Sterling Silver Italy Two-Tone Twisted Oval Cable Chain Link Necklace- This lovely two-tone chain

Category

20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Twist Antique Chain Link Necklace
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Twist Antique Chain Link Necklace

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Twist Antique Chain Link Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a cable chain featuring intricately twisted weave motif links. Alternating with oval

Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14Y Twist & Oval Link Chain
14Y Twist & Oval Link Chain

14Y Twist & Oval Link Chain

Located in McLeansville, NC

A vintage 14 karat yellow gold twist and oval link chain. This chain features alternating oblong

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Twisted Wire Chain Necklace
Gold Twisted Wire Chain Necklace

Gold Twisted Wire Chain Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

Extra heavy solid twisted wire 1950s 32 inch long chain. Can be worn once or twice around the neck

Category

Vintage 1950s Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Twisted Link Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate twisted link chain necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect twisted link chain necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic twisted link chain necklace over the years, but those made by Jona, Tiffany & Co. and Alex Jona are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a twisted link chain necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a twisted link chain necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Twisted Link Chain Necklace?

On average, a twisted link chain necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,096, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $18,219 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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. 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. 

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