Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
1960s European Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, White Gold
20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Emerald, Pearl
1950s American Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Cultured Pearl
1950s Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Aquamarine, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century North American Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
1950s American Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Diamond, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Cultured Pearl, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Citrine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, White Gold
20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
1990s Contemporary Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
1960s Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
1990s Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Japanese Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s American Modern Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Coral, Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modernist Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Carnelian, Coral, Pearl, Gold Plate
1940s Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum
1990s Australian Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Amethyst, Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yell...
20th Century Retro Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, Quartz
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Amethyst, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Crystal, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mid-20th Century Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Pearl, 14k Gold
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Coral, Gilt Metal
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Baroque Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Baroque Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Belle Époque Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1990s French Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold Plate
1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Genuine Pearl Necklace Pearl
Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
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