Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century North American Necklaces
Base Metal
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold-filled, Rose Gold
2010s Turkish Artisan Necklaces
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
1990s French Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s North American Artisan Necklaces
Turquoise, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Artisan Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Swedish Retro Vintage Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Necklaces
Black Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Enamel, Silver
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces
Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Larimar, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Early 20th Century European Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s Cambodian Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Platinum
1980s English Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
14k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 19th Century European Antique Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
1970s Dutch Modern Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Regency Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Peridot, Sterling Silver
2010s Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold
Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Necklaces
Tourmaline, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Necklaces
2010s French Necklaces
Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany Necklaces 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.
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