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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Marina J.
Creator: Diane Griswold Johnston
18 Karat Bezelled Butterfly Hand Carved in Yellow Agate
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat bezelled butterfly hand carved in yellow agate.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Blue Agate Sagittarius Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
Hand engraved beautifully detailed depiction of Sagittarius (The Archer, whose arrow is pointing across the sky). The astrological sign of the wanderer and the Constellation Sagittarius. Carved in layered sky blue agate...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Blue Green Agate Bambi Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
beautiful blue green agate bambi pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Marina J. Art Deco Style Sautoir Necklace with Coral, Onyx, Pearl and Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marina J.'s unique art deco style necklace features a variety of shapes: sphere pearls, cylindrical onyx beads, coral teardrop beads, and more. This striking piece mimics jewelry fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Art Deco Inspired Pearl & Black Onyx Sautoir with Graduated Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Marina J. hand woven Sautoir. This piece features perfectly round Pearls which display a wild sheen and luster, bordered by faceted Black Onyx beads, which catch light and shine wonderfully. Each Pearl was individually chosen giving the Sautoir a perfect and harmonious feel throughout. Measuring 43 inches long sans Tassel, this Sautoir's length allows it to be worn in a multitude of ways including doubled up around the beck, tied up or left loose as seen in photos. Each end of the Sautoir meets a 4 inch Tassel from which strads of faceted Black Onyx and Seed Pearls...
Category

1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Jade, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Aventurine and Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace is made with a jade ring and jade stones, aquamarine stones, and green aventurine stones. The gorgeous greens in this necklace are contrasted...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Carved Lion Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
Beautiful 18K carved spectra lion pendant with blue sapphire bail measures 18x24mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Carved Lion Pendant
Carved Lion Pendant
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Marina J. Black Pearl, Amethyst, Pink Tourmaline and Rose Gold Watch Sautoir
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Most elegant vintage Gold Watch reworked into a wonderful Centerpiece for a Satuoir. This beautiful Sautoir made of multi shaped & faceted gemstones and incredibly high luster Baroque / Coin shaped Black Pearls which display a vivid "oil spill" like iridescence. This Sautoir is made with Amethyst, Cherry Quartz...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Diamond and Cushion Cut Tourmaline Enhancer
Located in Cohasset, MA
Magnificent cushion cut tourmaline bezeled in diamond encrusted 18k gold set in reverse with sapphire bail. Aproximately 14carats 18 x 18mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

18K Beryl Pharoah Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K rare carving of a pharoah in crystal clear beryl. Set in 18k gold with eched engraved lettering. stone 1" high 1/2" deep
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, 18k Gold

Marina J. Woven Lace Pearl Choker with Rhodium Plated Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous and classic design by Marina J. This choker is made of all cultured white Pearls displaying a soft iridescent luster. Inspired by old world Pearl jewelry, the Pearls are int...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rhodium, Silver

Marina J. Convertible Three in One All Pearl Necklace & Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully crafted piece features Marina J's uniquely engineered three in one convertible design. As shown in photos, this convertible piece is able to be worn as a long necklace, while also able to be shortened allowing one to pair the shorted necklace with bracelet. Both pieces are easily attached to one another or to themselves through secure sliding Rhodium plated Silver clasps. Featuring gorgeous high luster Dancing Pearls...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Garnet and Multicolored Pink Tourmaline Necklace with Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This minimalist necklace is made with garnet and multi colored pink tourmaline briolettes. The lobster clasp is silver gold plated, and very secure. The necklace is 15.5 inches long,...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Tourmaline, Gold

Marina J. Art Deco Inspired Pearl & Black Onyx Sautoir with Graduated Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Marina J. hand woven Sautoir. This piece features perfectly round Pearls which display a wild sheen and luster, bordered by smooth Black Onyx beads. Each Pearl was individua...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marian J. Woven Mediterranean Coral Rope Necklace with 14K White Gold and Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand woven necklace by Marina J. This great piece is made with small Mediterranean Coral beads which display a beautiful soft Pink/ Orange color, accented by deep Red Raw Mediterrane...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Multi Jewel and Pearl Sautoir with Drop Tassel and 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous colorful and multi shaped, multi jewel Sautoir features different shaped high luster Pearls, Amethyst, Citrine and Aquamarine beau...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Masked Medusa Enhancer
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K gold hand carved masked medusa pendant 28mm round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

18 Karat Hand Carved Jasper and Sapphire Cathead Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Hand Carved (by Idar Obenstein Carver) Jasper Cathead with Sapphire bail and Jasper Nose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J. Pearl and Black Spinel Satuoir and Tassel with 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Satuoir handmade by Marina J. in Los Angeles. This amazing piece features real White Pearls (8mm) which display a great iridescent sheen, woven together and adorned with faceted Black Spinel. Measuring 39 inches sans Tassel, this versitile Satuoir meets at a 14k Yellow Gold decorative Ring Clasp, from which a removable Tassel hangs. Measuring 4 inches long, the Tassel features a beautiful Baroque Pearl sitting atop a Black Spinel ring...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Aagate Dog with Sapphire Bail
Located in Cohasset, MA
charming carving of a dog in agate with painted gold inlay. master carver from Idar Oberstein germany approximately 28mm x 22mm agate bail .30ct sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Onyx Siamese Cat Zodiac Detachable Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18k gold bezeled reversable crystal carving of a siamese cat framed in unique black onyx zodiac carving. 30mm round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, 18k Gold

18 Karat Hand Carved Agate Mermaid by Master Idar Oberstein Carver
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Oval Hand Carved Layered Agate Mermaid by Master Idar Obenstein Carverwith 18 Karat Sapphire Detachable Bail One-of-a kind Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Marina J. Black, White & Grey Graduated Ombre Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous yet simple piece from Marina J. This beautiful necklace features high luster Baroque Black, Grey and White Pearls all carefully strung together to create the perfect ombre. Pearls graduate in size from light to dark, giving this piece a dynamic and dimensional look. Each Pearl displays a wild iridescent "oilspill" sheen and is accented by a 14K Yellow Gold cups. Necklace meets at a secure and decorative 14K Yellow Gold Bead Closure...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

Lapis Lazuli Tower of London
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat gold hand carved Lapis Lazuli "Tower of London" by Master Idar Obenstein Carver 30x30mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

18 karat Lapis Lazuli Lady with City Carving
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat gold Lapis Lazuli carving of a Lady with a City Crown
Category

2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire

18 Karat Lapis Lazuli Carved Pendant with South Sea Pearl Drop
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Carved Stained Glass Window Designed Pendant in Carved Lapis Lazuli Inlay with South Sea Pearl Drop
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Hand Carved Pink Tourmaline Lionshead with Pink Sapphire Bail
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Hand carved by Master Carver Idar Oberstein Pink Tourmaline Lionshead with Pink Sapphire bail
Category

2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J Rainbow Unisex Necklace of Multicolored Semiprecious beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rainbow necklace represents a style acknowledging a diversity celebrating people of all shapes and colors, perfect to show Pride solidarity . Adorned with beautiful multi faceted and multi shaped Coral, Amber, Citrine, Green Onyx, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli and Amethyst! This necklace features high shine Rhodium...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Amber, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Silver,...

Marina J. Rose Quartz & Amethyst Necklace with Gold-Plated Toggle Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped Rose Quartz, Amethyst and 14k Gold Plated Silver Vermeil findings. Due to their translucent nature, ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold Plate, Silver

18 Karat Hand Carved Tiger Eye Lionshead
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Hand Carved Tiger Eye Lionshead by Master Carver from Idar Obenstein Germany with 18 Karat Sapphire Bail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye

18 Karat Hand Carved Spectrolite Parrothead
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Handcarved by Master Idar Obenstein Carver Large Spectrolite Parrothead with Sapphire Bail and inlaid Onyx Beak
Category

2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Marina J. Woven Pearl Necklace with Vintage Silver Centerpiece and Black Spinnel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully hand crafted and woven White Pearl necklace features a Vintage Silver Brooch with Marcasite detailing within. Made with 2mm pear...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Pearl, Silver

Marina J. Multi Colored Pearl Necklace with 14k White Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Some like it simple! Inspired by 1950s debutantes, This beautiful multi colored Pearl necklace features slightly graduated high luster Pearls displayin...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Grey Pearl & Aquamarine Infinity Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Aquamarine, Amazenite and Freshwater irregular shaped Grey Pearls wh...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Quartz, Silver

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Baroque Pearl Centerpiece & 14k Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple yet gorgeous Graduated Pearl Necklace, hand made by Marina J. This all Pearl necklace features high luster white Pearls that display a beautiful iridescent sheen ranging from 1.5mm - 7mm. Measuring 16.5 inches long, this necklace meets at a 14K Yellow Gold spring clasp...
Category

2010s American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat, Sterling Silver Bezeled and Sapphire Hand Carved Jasper Tiger Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat and sterling silver bezelled carved tiger pendant in tiger jasper
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Pearl Necklace with Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Emerald Center-Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handwoven white pearl necklace with emerald and 14 k yellow gold floral centerpiece is beautiful and practical as the centerpiece acts as a front-facing clasp. The centerpiece i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Jade and Onyx Drop Earrings with 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings are made with jade circular beads and are enclosed in black onyx rings. There is a hint of shine from two tiny white gold beads. They measure about 2 inches long, whic...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Onyx, White Gold

18 Karat Sapphire Reverse Crystal Carving of Rhinocerous Family Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat gold pendant of a Hand painted reverse crystal carving of a Rhinocerous family with a Sapphire bail pendant. Aprox 28 mm round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J. Woven Pink Pearl "V" Necklace with 14k White Gold-Plated Sliding Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This woven pink pearl "V" shaped necklace with 14k white gold plated silver sliding clasp woven into a lace-like design. Each shimmering pink round pearl was handpicked by Marina J. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

Marina J. Rose Quartz, Amethyst and Silver Rhodium-Plated Beaded Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made with multi shaped and faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine and Rhodium plated Silver findings all strung toge...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Rhodium, Silver

18 Karat Hand Carved Citrine Lionshead with Sapphire Bail
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Handcarved Citrine Lionshead with Sapphire bail by Idar Oberstein Carver. 20mm x 24mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J. Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine & Pearl Necklace with 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beatufiul stone necklace by Marina J. This piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine and Freshwater Black Pears ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamond "Athena” Coin Reproduction Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat “Athena” coin reproduction in 18 karat gold with .05 diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Mandarin Garnet Gold Detachable Parrot Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
A handsome Mandarin garnet parrot pendant with .30 carats of biue sapphire on detachable bail, mother of pearl hand-carved beak and citrine painted eyes...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Sapphire Reverse Crystal Carving of a Whale Family Pendant in 18 Karat
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Reverse Crystal Carved Pendant of a Whale Family with a Sapphire bail by Idar Oberstein Carvier
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J Woven Pearl Sautoir with 14K Yellow Gold, Diamond Cup & Pearl Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dazzling woven pearl sautoir has an intricate rope like design with 2mm and 6mm pearls. A classic and timeless piece has a variety of wearable options at 48.5 inches long, inclu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Woven Turquoise beads Sautoir with Pearls and tassel & 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique lace-like woven turquoise necklace with pearls and 14k yellow gold is perfect to enhance any outfit with the vivid and bold colors. Elegant and comfortable, this piece was handwoven by Marina J, creating a style that sits comfortably and lightly on the body. The necklace measures 35 inches in length and it is highlighted with a 14 k yellow gold, hammered ring, and seed pearl and turquoise...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Engraved Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat Hand Carved Lapis Lazuli “Jupiter” pendant with .30 Sapphire Bail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Marina J. Amethyst, Rose Quartz & Grey Pearl Necklace with Rhodium Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts and Rose Quartz all adorned by 14k White Gold plated Silver Vermeil findings & Fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Rhodium, Silver

Marina J. Jade, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Aventurine and Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped Jade, Aquamarine, Lapis, Aventurine and magnificent Freshwater Grey Pearls which display a wonderful iridescent sheen. Small Lapis beads and Faceted Aquamarine adorn this piece, further complimenting the Pearl's luster! The translucent nature of the stones allow them to radiate wonderful hues or green when hit with light! Measuring 22 inches long, this necklace meets at a solid Rhodium...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

18 Karat Blue Agate Butterfly Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat bezelled butterfly hand carved in blue agate.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

18 Karat and Sapphire Reverse Crystal Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Hand carved reverse crystal Cheetah family pendant with sapphire bail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, 18k Gold

Marina J Green Apatite Choker Necklace with Silver vintage Enamel Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Faceted Green Apatite beads woven into an elegant 1 inch wide and 13.5 inch long choker necklace. with intricate pattern that glimmers and sparkles in a...
Category

2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Other, Apatite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18K Sappphire Jasper Tiger Head Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
This tiger has such a beautifully detailed face and is hand carved (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver) in jasper with a carnelian nose and painted crystal eyes. (18mmx18mmx12 stone s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

White Crystal Tiger Head Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
Beautifully hand painted & carved griasol ( white quartz crystal) tiger's head pendant with peridot eyes, coral nose. Created by Master Idar-Oberstein ca...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Coral, Crystal, Peridot, 18k Gold

18K Sapphire Snow Leopard Pendant
Located in Cohasset, MA
Here is a sighting of a rare and elusive snow leopard! Face carved in such realistic detail from petrifed palm (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver) with carnelian nose and painted crys...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Carnelian, 18k Gold

Marina J Black Pearl & Rhodium Sterling Silver Sautoir with Hematite Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing unisex piece by Marina J. This double stranded Sautoir is made of all Black Pearls and geometric faceted Silver Beads woven together into a double column pattern. The Black P...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Hematite, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Ster...

Shop Antique, New and Vintage 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.

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. 

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