Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold oval Victorian locket style pendant necklace with transparent glass and 18
Antique 1850s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold oval Victorian locket style pendant necklace with transparent glass and 18
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$200Sale Price|20% Off
H 2 in L 20 in
LB offers Victorian Style Czech glass Cameo Sterling Onyx pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Czech glass and Sterling Silver Cameo pendant necklace
Onyx, Rock Crystal, Pyrite
Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
Strong glass with curved edges inside are held many genuine Opal Chips- Topped with a hand engraved Deep
9k Gold
Vintage Amethyst Poured Glass Filigree Necklace 1930s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage 1930s Amethyst Poured Glass & Filigree Necklace A rare and exceptional Vintage
Antique 9k gold and Opal magnifying glass pendant, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique 9ct gold opal set magnifying glass pendant. It is a larger piece much larger
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Chinese Enamel and Lapis Glass Necklace of silver circa 1900's. Central motif enameled in
Silver
Large Victorian glass locket pendant in 18k gold, heavy gold pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Large Victorian glass locket pendant in 18 karat gold. The pendant unscrews at the bail to open and
18k Gold
Antique Silver Early Victorian Garnet Large Aesthetic Glass Backed Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
into the elegance of the Early Victorian era with this stunning large oval-shaped locket, meticulously
Garnet, Silver
$216Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.5 in L 20.5 in
LB offers Vintage French Enamel Buckle Venetian Glass Gold Glass Brass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
highly unusual enamel piece. This is a Stunning Victorian buckle that makes this necklace a real standout
Brass, Gilt Metal, Gold, Enamel
19th Century Austro-Hungarian Glass Paste Collar Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique 19th century Austro Hungarian gilt metal , paste /glass stones choker necklace with small
Silver Plate
$680
W 0.75 in Dm 9.5 in L 29 in
Antique HandPressed Glass European GoldFiligreeCapped Beaded Heavy Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique rare hand-pressed-glass necklace features semi-translucent grape-green large beads
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This is an Antique African necklace which in and of itself is unique. Is is one of a kind made by
Amber, Turquoise, 10k Gold
Victorian Glass Medallion Locket in Brass, circa 1880
Located in Berlin, BE
A rare antique glass medallion from around 1880, set with detailed brass elements. This locket was
Brass
Gold and Red Glass Micromosaic Necklace, circa 1810-1820
Located in Firenze, IT
solidità alla composizione, pur mantenendo un aspetto visivamente leggero e raffinato. The necklace is
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,013Sale Price|24% Off
Late Victorian Silver and Paste and Blue Glass Pendant on Silver Oval Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
Late Victorian Silver and Paste and Blue Glass Pendant on Silver oval Link Chain c.1900 27.96
Silver
Rare Gold Egyptian Necklace with Green Venetian Stained Glass
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold with 22k overlay Total Weight: 101.1 Grams Middle Piece Diameter: 2.5" x 3" Chain Length: 17" adjustable to any size smaller Stamped: "1...
White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
Victorian 21K Yellow Gold Reverse Intaglio Essex Glass Pendant #23263
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Victorian 21K Yellow Gold Reverse Intaglio Essex Glass Pendant- This exceptional reverse intaglio
Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO. Antique 1900s 14k Yellow Gold Lorgnette Pendant Glasses
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Antique Circa 1900s 14k Yellow Gold Lorgnette Pendant Glasses Rare Here is
Yellow Gold
$151Sale Price|31% Off
H 18 in W 0.5 in D 0.5 in
Victorian Frosted Glass and Black Jet Beaded Lariat Necklace
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Victorian beaded lariat necklace made with black jet faceted beads with unique clear frosted glass
Opaline Glass
Antique Victorian Cranberry Glass Gold Dropper Necklace
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
necklace is genuine Victorian, Circa 1900. A lovely 9ct Gold chain leads to a beautiful hand cut Cranberry
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 11.2 in L 33.4 in
Unusual Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Enamel Magnifying Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Unusual Antique Victorian 18k gold enamel magnifying glass pendant necklace, gold-filled, pearl and
18k Gold
Victorian Bristol Glass Natural Pearl and Diamond Sweetheart Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love in the Eternity Romantic, enduring love expressed during the Victorian period A rare treasure
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Gold Quizzing Glass Pendant
Located in London, GB
The circular Gold Quiz of simple geometric form with a screw at the bottom of the circle so your optician can change the lens if you so wish. The unmarked Gold tests for 18k Gold. Co...
18k Gold
20th Century Gold Cut Glass Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold Plate Cut Glass & Gold High Relief Cameo Brooch & Necklace Slide. This charming
Unavailable
W 2.5 in L 1.5 in
Mid-20th Century Gold & Amber Carved Glass Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-20th Century Gold & Amber Reverse Carved Art Glass Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant. Features
20th Century Gold And Carved Glass Necklace And Earrings By, Whiting & Davis S/3
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold Plate And Reverse Carved Art Glass Pendant Necklace And Earrings By, Whiting
Victorian Monocle Magnifying Glass Diamonds Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
A magnificent Portuguese made, Monocle or magnifying glass in Gold and Diamond Encrusted. A
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1950s Victorian Revival Necklace with Coral & Green Glass Cabochons
Located in New York, NY
An intricate and substantial Victorian Revival necklace from the 1950s. Each of the five different
Base Metal, Gold Plate
Victorian Four Leaf Clover Ladybug Glass Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Victorian 4 Leaf Clover Ladybug Glass Scent Bottle Necklace - Pearls Sunstone, Mother of Pearl
Freshwater Pearl, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
14K Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond & Glass Victorian Heart Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14K Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond & Glass Victorian Heart Pendant - original box
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian Art Glass Diamond "Man in the Moon" Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful "Man in the Moon" pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This whimsical
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian French Glass 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
frame Opens on a hinge to reveal two recessed areas separated by a substantial tablet of glass used as
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
EXTASIA Victorian Inspired Classical Green Glass Intaglio Necklace, 1990’s
Located in Atlanta, GA
1990’s Extasia of California Victorian inspired necklace composed of glass intaglios in gold plated
Gold Plate, Bronze
Antique 15ct Victorian Gold Ruby & Diamond Glass Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Glass Locket 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Gorgeous Victorian Round, Bow Topped Locket
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Glass Picture Heart Large Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Frame & Bail w/ Clear Glass Weight: 13.73 Grams Height (w/ Bail
Yellow Gold
Victorian Banded Agate, Pearl and Crystal “Looking Glass” Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Whimsical and chic, the pendant is centered upon a large cabochon of rock crystal and framed by a scalloped border of banded agate and pearls. The halo appears as rays of light emana...
Agate, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian, Seed Pearl Glass Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
that is both elegant and timeless. The locket is adorned with Victorian glass on both the back and
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Magnify Glass Necklace, Pearls, Sterling, 26.78 Grams 24 Inch, Extension
Located in San Diego, CA
Behold a stunning vintage sterling silver magnifying glass necklace, a perfect blend of elegance
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 2.875 in Dm 1.38 in L 31 in
Triple Strand Garnet Necklace Cranberry Glass Chatelaine Scent Bottle
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Gisela II Necklace - Profusely rich sangria-colored garnets are on the forefront of fashion this
Garnet, Topaz, Citrine, Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
STANLEY HAGLER NYC Brass Purple Glass Drops Beaded Set
By Stanley Hagler NYC
Located in New York, NY
STANLEY HAGLER NYC Brass Purple Glass Drops Beaded Necklace Bracelet Brooch and Earrings Set This
Sold
H 5.25 in Dm 1.7 in L 29.5 in
Garnet Pyrite Baroque Gray Pearls Parisian Cranberry Glass Chatelaine Bottle Nec
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Madeleine Necklace. Delicate little hand-linked garnet slice teardrops have been paired with
Cultured Pearl, Garnet, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Victorian Inspired Necklace by Hobe
Located in North Miami, FL
A most beautiful and unusual necklace and brooch signed Hobe. This piece is styled in the
Metal
Fringed Victorian Cut Glass and Steel Beaded Collar Necklace Mantle
Located in New York, NY
From the 19th century Guilded Age ready for the 21st Century. This handmade beaded net collar was meant to be worn then just as one would today, to add a drape of richness and spark...
Chic Victorian Glass Agate Bead Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
A strand of Victorian brown, tan and white swirling banded agate-like glass beads, connected with
Rose Gold
Antique Victorian c.1900s 9ct Gold Glass Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
, meaningful way to tell your story. Materials 9ct yellow gold, glass Era Victorian, c.1900s Measurements
9k Gold
Sold
H 4.75 in L 33.5 in
Victorian Teal Art Glass Chatelaine Scent Bottle Pearls Apatite Nuggets Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Genevieve Necklace - A gorgeous teal blue swirled Victorian art glass scent bottle - embellished
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
LB offers Victorian English Gold filled Amethyst pendant necklace Glass Brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
pendant necklace. This is a wonderful example of Mid Victorian jewelry being repurposed for today’s use
Agate, Amethyst, Gold-filled, Brass
Sold
H 3.25 in W 0.75 in L 30 in
Victorian Cranberry Glass Chatelaine Scent Bottle Pearls Pink Topaz Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Patience Necklace. A gorgeous pink cranberry glass Georgian scent bottle - embellished with gold
Chalcedony, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Antique Victorian Gold and Glass Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
A quality mid 19th century American glass locket with an ornate 14Kt gold frame, has space to
Green Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Magnifying Glass Pendant Lorgnette 14 Karat Gold Filigree
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Victorian - Edwardian Magnifying Glass Pendant in 14 Karat White Gold. A very
Gold, 14k Gold
Artisan-Made Black Glass & Agate Beaded Bib Necklace
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
This organically sculpted bib-style necklace is hand beaded from vintage glass seed beads and multi
Onyx
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2 Sided Glass Locket Pendant Charm
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful Victorian pendant in 18k yellow gold with a classic round 2 sides with a lovely
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Garnet Glass 14 Karat Tri-Colored Gold Horse Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Accented by a round cut red garnet and green glass cabochon eye Opens on a hinge to reveal two navette
Garnet, Gold
Mid-19th Century Paste and Bristol Blue Glass Silver Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Absolutely beautiful paste necklace featuring bright blue glass and such intricate detail. All set
Silver
Sold
H 4.25 in Dm 1.49 in L 27.5 in
Mystic Garnet Keshi Pearls Cranberry Glass Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Alora Necklace. The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Sold
W 0.4 in Dm 6.3 in L 18.12 in
Antique Italian Murano Glass MicroMillefiori GoldBalls RedBeaded Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique late-Victorian Italian Murano-glass unsigned necklace features three oblong red beads
Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
Quizzing Glass Gold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1900, 14k, American. This charming antique quizzing glass (magnifier), or "quizzer," finds
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Revival Glass Necklace
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Victorian revival book chain style 1940s necklace with divine blue glass accents. This piece
Victorian Turquoise Opaline Glass and Pinchbeck Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Turquoise Opaline Glass and Pinchbeck Necklace
Pinchbeck
Victorian Looking Glass on an Italian Stirrup Box Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Victorian Looking Glass on an Italian 1950's 18K Stirrup Box Chain
18k Gold
Victorian Shield Glass Locket, Antique Escutcheon Medallion, Antique Pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian shield glass locket in yellow gold 18 karats. Rare photo holder pendant in the shape of
18k Gold
Victorian Glass and Gold Locket 18k Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Victorian glass and gold locket in 18 karat yellow gold. Two bevelled glasses between which a photo
Yellow Gold
Rare Novelty 9Ct Rose Gold and Glass Cat and Fish in Bowl Charm Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
example with glass fishing bowl. Designed as a cat with one paw reaching up towards the two fish. On a
Yellow Gold
20th Century Gold Cut Glass Cameo Brooch & Necklace Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold Plate Cut Glass & Gold High Relief Cameo Brooch & Necklace Slide. This charming
Antique Victorian Glass Garnet Riviere Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster , GB
A grand antique Riviere necklace from the Victorian era, Circa 1900 The fabulous piece is
Base Metal
Sold
H 0.95 in W 0.87 in D 0.38 in Dm 0.87 in
Late Victorian Glass Shaker Locket Pendant in 15ct Yellow Gold, C1880
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A Late Victorian glass pendant that is set in 15ct Yellow Gold. This locket easily opens and closes
Yellow Gold
60'S Whiting & Davis Carved Glass Cameo Pendant Necklace
By Whiting & Davis
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960'S Silver and carved blue glass high relief cameo pendant necklace by, Whiting & Davis. This
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
$1,880
H 2.56 in W 2.13 in D 0.2 in
Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-28" adjustable), and attached to 10 ci...
Jade
$560Sale Price|56% Off
AJD Beautiful Polished Chunky Dramatic Real Turquoise & Red Coral Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This fascinating lovely huge necklace is 20 1/2 inches long. It is enhanced with natural red Coral. The largest Turquoise is approximately 30mm x 24mm and the clasp is gold plated.
Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate
Unavailable|$1,750
Ornate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Turquoise Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Beautiful and crafted in 18k yellow gold, this ornate statement cross pendant is adorned with a unique wrapped gold wire technique and enhanced with colorful turquoise and pearl in ...
Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
The Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Wristwatch is an exquisite blend of timeless elegance and modern artistry. This luxurious timepiece sparkles with an array o...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Georgian 1.30 Ct. Antique Cut Diamond 18 KT Locket Mourning Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Remembrance This simply exquisite antique Georgian ring is 1790/1810 ca. – English origin A rare example of memorial jewelry in use during Georgian period as keeper of remem...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$132Sale Price|40% Off
H 2 in Dm 2 in L 18 in
LB Antique carved Mother of Pearl Chinese pendant necklace with MOP beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB hand Carved Antique Chinese Mother of Pearl Happiness pendant is on offer. This lovely, delicate, stunning piece is sure to please. It has been carefully hand carved and incised t...
Pearl, Sterling Silver
1892 Nordic Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 4.5gr
Located in SE
Old Swedish Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Fine hand-engraved ornaments on both sides. One internal removable bezel inside, no glass. All parts tested 18K Yellow Gold. ...
18k Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in Riverdale, NY
Tiffany Arts and Crafts Era Black Opal and Plique a Jour Brooch circa 1910's by Louis Comfort Tiffany with Julia Munson in 18k gold. Large peacock Black Opal round measuring .75" x 5...
Opal, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Georgian Tear Drop Amethyst Pendant, Circa 1850
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Georgian Amethyst Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1850 *The chain is sold separately. Crafted in gold, this pendant features a teardrop-shaped amethyst suspended below a smalle...
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
$49,600Sale Price|20% Off
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18k Gold Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 34" 18k Gold 9.5 mm Certified $126,000 M126000 Estate Mikimoto 87 Pearls LARGE 9.5 mm 34 Inches 18 KT Yellow Gold Clasp TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 20...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1897 Enamel Hair 9ct Gold Mourning Ring
Located in London, GB
This exceptional late Victorian mourning ring, hallmarked for Chester, 1897, is a beautifully preserved example of sentimental jewellery from the era. Crafted in rich 9ct yellow gold...
Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Old Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower pendant is a true masterpiece. The pendant features old-cut diamonds that are set in ...
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Vintage Harry Winston Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring 14.04 Carat Colombian AGL
By Harry Winston
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning three-stone platinum ring created by Harry Winston. The ring features an amazing color with fascinating glow 14.04-ct Colombian emerald flanked with two trillion cut diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of 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.