Victorian Sautoir
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Amber, Amethyst, Silver
Antique 1870s Victorian Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s American Late Victorian More Jewelry
Sterling Silver
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier South American Beaded Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1930s Unknown Post-War Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Italian Victorian More Jewelry
18k Gold, Gold
1980s Italian Scarves
Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Engagement Rings
Spinel, Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s French Belts
Vintage 1910s Swedish Aesthetic Movement Signet Rings
Onyx, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century American Late Victorian Dome Rings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces
Jade, Tourmaline, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique 1850s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Dangle Earrings
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Jade, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1890s More Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique 1860s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
Enamel
Antique 1870s Unknown High Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Turquoise
Early 20th Century European Victorian Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 10k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Moonstone, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, Silver
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Finding the Right necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.