David Webb Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Turquoise, Ruby, and Diamond Gold Necklace This magnificent necklace by David Webb is a striking display of bold design and masterful craftsmanship.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
$165,000
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An exceptionally made Ruby and Diamond Necklace. 33.29 carats of certified Intense Red oval Ruby. 44.36 carats of white round, pear and marquise cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby
$799,250
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An Important and Spectacular Piece. 93.78 carats of Certified Intense Red Rubies. 69.49 carats of colorless white round, pear and marquise shape diamonds. Set in platinum with ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
1.25 Carat Ruby and Diamond Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
The pendant & chain are 14K White Gold. The heart has 1.25 Carats In Rubies There are 0.10 Carats In Diamonds H/I SI The pendant bale opens up for omegas or larger chains.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
6.85 Carat Oval Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and timeless, this striking ruby and diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 14 karat white gold and showcases a vibrant oval cut ruby weighing approximately 6.85 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby Diamond Floral Cluster Pendant Necklace 1.12 CTTW 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Fashion floral cluster pendant featuring 6 Rubies weighing 1.02 Carats, and 5 round brilliants weighing 0.10 carats, in 14 karat yellow gold. Chain has three loops 16.5", 17", 17.88"
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Gold, Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, US
Featuring 7 round rubies, accented by 56 round brilliant cut diamonds. - Rubies weighing a total of approximately 1.40 carats - Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 2.20 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
White Gold Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
White Gold Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace Description: This elegant fringe necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features a delicate, lace-like lattice design.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$38,000
Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Necklace A necklace with 43 oval-cut rubies separated by round-cut diamonds set in a floral motif Approximately Measures: 16" long Metal type: 18 Karat gold
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 6.60ct Ruby and Diamond Necklace, c.1980s
Located in London, GB
A breathtaking display of vintage elegance, this exquisite ruby and diamond necklace cascades in a delicate draped design.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18KT Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow gold halo Ruby and Diamond necklace. Featuring 0.77ct-tw marquise and princess-cut rubies, accentuated by an extra .16ct-tw of round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold Ruby And Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 18kt white gold necklace features a genuine 1.37ct oval-cut ruby at center surrounded by 0.09ct-tw round-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
White Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A white gold necklace with brilliant cut diamonds and oval cut gemstones is a stunning piece of jewelry that effortlessly blends classic elegance with vibrant color.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold
1980s 18 Karat Gold, Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Roma, RM
The necklace features a harmonious combination of rubies and diamonds, unified by fluid, sculptural gold links.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Gorgeous Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exceptional necklace in 18 karat gold and platinum 950 is set with 91 untreated round and oval shaped Burma rubies of vivid pink-red colour, total weight approximately 15.00 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Gold Necklace by Nikabell with Rubies & Diamonds
By Nikabell fine Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
This style is a inspiration of the Italian beauty whitout time . Necklace come in 18k gold with 13 pieces of natural Rubies in perfect oval cut, fine quality, 19 carats , and diamo...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$36,800
Ruby and Diamond Tassel
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
An important Ruby and Diamond Tassel Necklace 175 carats of fine Ruby and 8.38 carats of white round brilliant diamonds. 30 inch removable diamond by yard chain, set in white gold.
Diamond, Ruby
14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Fringe Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An opulent 14K yellow gold fringe necklace featuring 59 vibrant oval-cut rubies totaling approximately 41.00 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace This necklace features a diamond pendant with square cut rubies and three dangling briolette diamonds Briolette Weight: approximately 1. 11 carats...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Gold Necklace with 4.50ct Natural Rubies & 2.49ct Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn yourself with a timeless treasure. Magnificent necklace come in 18k gold with 6 pieces of lustrous of Natural Siam Rubies of 4,50 carats, in perfect oval cut, extra fine qualit...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage necklace is crafted in 14k white gold and features a stunning arrangement of graduated glass-filled rubies, accented with 1.6tcw of diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Ruby and Diamond Drop Necklace. 30.4 grams, 16 inches long with a 1.75-inch drop.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$120,000Sale Price|20% Off
18K gold necklace set with diamonds and rubies
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Gold necklace set with diamonds and rubies Material: 18K yellow gold Signed: Chanel Paris Diamonds: Quantity: 374 natural diamonds Total weight: 11.04 carats Cut: Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Cabochon Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and richly detailed, this 18K white gold necklace features 11 luscious cabochon rubies totaling 17.01 carats, paired with 1.90 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,987
Diamond Pendant Earrings
By Artigianale
Located in Roma, RM
750‰ gold pendant with a refined and contemporary design, featuring an elegant teardrop shape that stands out for its balance and harmony. In the center shines a large synthetic ruby...
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 18k yellow gold necklace showcases a timeless blend of rich rubies and sparkling diamonds, creating an elegant and refined presence.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18KT White Gold Ruby and Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The 18-inch length lays gracefully along the collarbone, making it ideal for special occasions or elevated daily wear. Metal: 18KT White Gold Gemstones: Oval Rubies (Total 29.64ct) ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Oval Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and African Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and African Ruby Necklace Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond and Ruby Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
A substantial and finely crafted necklace in luminous 18K yellow gold, designed with elegant graduating rows of diamonds that flow inward from both sides toward an elaborate central ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking vintage necklace crafted in 14K yellow gold, featuring 22 vivid oval-shaped rubies totaling approximately 30.26 carats.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond, Sapphire and Cabochon Ruby Gold Link Necklace This majestic 18K yellow gold link necklace is a symphony of opulence and sophistication, featuring an elegant arrangement of ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Long Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Opera length ruby and diamond necklace is 32" long, features Five flower stations totaling 17.50 carats of round cut diamonds and 12.00 Carats of Rubies.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Diamond, Ruby, and Onyx Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Adorn yourself in luxury with this exquisite 14K White Gold Diamond, Ruby, and Onyx Necklace, a true testament to elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold
Necklace with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in LA, CA
Item # 8248 18K White Gold Ladies Necklace with 16.36ct Natural White Diamonds and 34.74ct Oval shaped Natural Ruby.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Mabe Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Ring and Matching Slide Enhancer Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Elegant pear shaped mabe pearl centrally set in a scalloped diamond and channel set ruby frame that is mounted in 14k yellow gold suite containing: A ring that measures 1.13" tall x...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Edwardian Silver and Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Edwardian silver and 14k gold necklace, set with rubies and rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamonds Necklace
Located in София, BG
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Necklace Gold color: Yellow Dimensions: 45cm in Length Total weight: 3.58 grams Set with: - Ruby Color: Red Cut: Heart Weight: 1.38 ct. - Diamonds ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Pendant-Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Ruby and Diamond Pendant-Necklace Of flower design, centering a single-cut diamond, accented by rubies, completed by a white gold chain.
Diamond, Ruby
Grima Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Gold Necklace, 1980s.
By Andrew Grima
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Andrew Grima ruby, emerald and diamond gold necklace. We just adore this descreet and elegant necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Italian necklace with pearls, rubies and 5 oval rock crystal elements, finished with 18 karat gold and diamonds for a total of 3 karats.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ruby Diamond Gold Long Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sweet and chic ruby and diamond necklace. The piece features 44.89 carats of fine rubies in oval and round shapes along with 2.07 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Carat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pendant is very nice style you can use in many occasion in day time and evening time for party. Ruby use 2.28 ct, Diamond 0.58 ct F VS ,the setting made in 18k White gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Carat White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By La Fleur Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
This pendant is very nice style you can use in many occasion in day time and evening time for party. Ruby use 2.28 ct, Diamond 0.58 ct F VS ,the setting made in 18k White gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,433 / item
Moi Luna Gold Diamond Ruby Brooch and Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(14K) : 5.72g Gold(18K) : 1.25g Rose-cut Diamond : 5.73ct Gemstone : Ruby, Cultured Pearls 925 Silver There's beauty in asymmetry, and the gorgeous Luna brooch and necklace is t...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Appraised 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace - 1.22ctw Pear Ruby, New
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Indulge in luxury with this stunning 18kt White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Featuring a magnificent 1.22 carat natural pear-shaped ruby and a sparkling 0.05 carat G VS1 natural r...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
IGI Certified White Gold Diamonds and Rubies Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The intricate detailing and ornate craftsmanship evoke a sense of timeless beauty and romanticism. Adorning the necklace are exquisite 3.20ct natural diamonds and 22.00ct rubies, me...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Ruby and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Necklace A striking ruby and diamond pendant necklace beautifully crafted in 18K yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified 16.00 Carats Rubies 6.00 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Necklace come in 18K gold with 9 pieces Rubies, in perfect oval cut, of 16,00 carats, in vibrant.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
4.00ct Diamond 5.00ct Ruby Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 14k white gold necklace. The necklace is set with lovely oval cut rubies that weigh approximately 5.00ct.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamonds Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K Gold Ruby Diamonds Necklace Marked: 750 Approximate Dimensions: 43 (Length) 0.1 - 0.5 cm (Width) Approx.1.67 carats (Diamond) 21.1 grams in weight ** All dimensions l...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Certified 33.60 Carats Rubies 4.50 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
The careful attention to detail and precision , create a great experience of purchase . Magnificent necklace come in 18k gold with 1 Natural Rubies of 33,60 carats, in perfect cut, e...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$30,400Sale Price|20% Off
18K Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace This striking 18K gold pendant necklace showcases a richly colored natural ruby weighing approximately 2.5 carats (8.1 x 6.6 x 4.3 mm).
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Marlow, GB
The warmth of yellow gold enhances the depth and intensity of the rubies while providing a luminous contrast to the diamonds’ crisp brilliance, resulting in a piece that feels both t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
Located in New York, NY
A FABULOUS suite! Over 40 carats of Ruby and 18 carats of white diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. 17 inch necklace length.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
18k Rose Gold Diamond and Pear Cut Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with our stunning 18k Diamond and Ruby Necklace. Crafted with 4.39 grams of luxurious 18k rose gold, its 0.44 carats of diamonds and 0.85 carats of ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Cross Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 15 round brilliant cut = 0.15cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Ruby: round cut = 0.13ct Length: necklace measures 16-inches in length Wei...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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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.