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Necklaces For Sale
Estate Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Gold Ruby Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal giant 17 inch long handcrafted necklace with extremely rare and pure untreated Sleeping Beauty Turquoises, natural diamonds and genuine rubies. This necklace features fine Ro...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 14k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Filigree Pendant with Pearls, Emeralds & Pink Topaz, ca. 1850
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful antique pendant is a refined elegance and meticulous craftsmanship of the mid-19th century. Likely originating from England around 1850, this piece is created in 14 ka...
Category
Mid-19th Century European High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold
Dubini Fatimid Ancient Dinar Coin Wood Medallion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
*RARE* This exquisite DUBINI necklace showcases an authentic gold dinar coin set in 18K yellow gold with wenge wood disc.
COIN SPECIFICATIONS:
- Diameter:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Imperial Russian Blue Chalcedony Egg Pendant, Workmaster Anders Johan Nevalainen
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
A Fabergé workmaster, Anders Johan Nevalainen, gilt silver egg pendant, is made in the shape of an egg in a basket, engraved with detailed braided pat...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Crowned Heart Pendant Box Locket Vinaigrette Silver Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful Victorian crowned silver heart pendant was created in the middle of the 19th century. The heart is a box that can be used to hold treasures and souvenirs or folded let...
Category
1840s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Gilt Metal
Silver and Rock Crystal Neck Ring by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Designer: Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe (1927-2004) for Georg Jensen (neck ring no 410 / pendant no 311C).
This vintage neck ring is crafted from polished silver with a distinctive wide...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique Enamel Flower Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This antique necklace (circa 1910) features an array of enamel forget-me-nots, violets, and pansies set in 14k gold. Each of the flower dangles is accented with a diamond.
The neck...
Category
Early 20th Century Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Chester Hallmarked 1885 18 1/2 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Chester 1885
Makers Mark S S
Introducing a remarkable 9ct rose gold Victorian Albert chain, originally utilised as a pocket...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
AJD Sterling Silver NAZCA Line Hummingbird Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
"Handmade NAZCA Lines Hummingbird Pendant in Hammered Sterling Silver with 24-Inch Chain – A Cultural Treasure from Peru"
Celebrate ancient artistry with this stunning handmade sterling silver hummingbird pendant, inspired by the world-famous NAZCA Lines of southern Peru. Crafted in hammered sterling silver, this pendant beautifully captures the iconic hummingbird geoglyph, a symbol of the rich history and mystery of the Nazca Desert. Suspended on a 24-inch sterling silver chain, this piece is a wearable homage to one of humanity’s greatest cultural landmarks, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Design Highlights:
Authentic Inspiration: Features the hummingbird design from the ancient NAZCA Lines, a testament to Peru’s rich heritage.
Premium Craftsmanship: Handmade in Lima, Peru, with hammered sterling silver for a unique textured finish.
Versatile Length: Includes a 24-inch sterling silver chain, perfect for everyday wear or layering.
Why You’ll Love It:
A meaningful and timeless piece that connects you to ancient history and culture.
Perfect for anyone passionate about archaeology, history, or Peruvian artistry.
Makes a thoughtful gift for lovers of unique, handmade jewelry.
Keywords: NAZCA Lines hummingbird pendant, sterling silver pendant, 24-inch silver chain necklace, handmade Peruvian jewelry...
Category
Early 20th Century Peruvian Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Ajd Peridot and Citrine Polished Chip Eternity Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
"Peridot and Citrine Polished Chip Eternity Necklace – A Vibrant Duo for Effortless Elegance"
Brighten up your jewelry collection with this stunning Peridot and Citrine polished chip...
Category
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal
Chanel Pre Fall 2015 Paris Salzburg Pearls string necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace Pre Fall or Métiers d'Art 2015 collection (Paris Salzburg) long necklace composed of a row of fancy pearls of different sizes interspersed with small floral motifs an...
Category
2010s French Necklaces
Vintage DeLizza & Elster (D&E) Egyptian Style Bib Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A statement piece that embodies the glamour and bold design of mid-20th-century costume jewelry, this DeLizza & Elster (D&E) bib necklace channels an Egyptian Revival style with its ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Necklaces
AJD Huge Natural Coral and Natural Turquoise 18 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These intensely blue large Turquoise gemstones are set happily with these three highly polished natural dramatic artistic pieces of red Coral - enhanced with rondels of natural Black Onyx - in this 18 1/2 inch long necklace. The clasp is the easy to use hook style clasp. The largest of these Turquoise chips...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise
Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Bronze Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Hairpin
Discover the beauty and symbolism of ancient Chinese culture with this exquisite double fish hairpin from the Liao-Jin Dynasty. This remarkable ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Anglo-Indian Antique Necklaces
Ancient Chinese China Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Bronze Dragon Head Hairpin
This exquisite bronze dragon head hairpin is a stunning piece of ancient Chinese craftsmanship, representing the rich cultural heritage and artistic of Ch...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Empire Antique Necklaces
Vintage gold tone poured glass designer chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with poured glass
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
14 Karat Puffed Heart Pendant Circa 1950's Natural Ruby Vintage Heart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Puffed Heart Pendant
Bowtie and Ruby stones Design
most of the surface is a sand blast type - none polished mat
14k Yellow Gold approx 8.8 grams
Circa 1950 pre-owned - Good ...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold
Steve Battelle 5.0 Carats Cabochon Ruby 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A luminous pink 9 x 10 mm oval cabochon ruby is set in an artisan crafted "spirals and jawan" setting with matching wire on the bail in this ancient-insipred pendant design. The 18K ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold
Estate Art Deco Articulated Platinum Diamond Emerald Eye Form Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Interesting and distinctive estate Art Deco period platinum diamond and emerald pendant with a central design of a diamond eye framed by emeralds. The generous bale has an unusual feature of opening and closing which allows for wear on a wide ribbon or necklace. Wonderful workmanship with articulation at five points of the pendant. Prized for streamlined, elegant designs and excellent quality Art Deco jewels...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
NAPIER signed gold tone chain designer necklace
By Napier
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed NAPIER
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 15" long
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 40
❤️❤...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Antique Imperial Russian O.F.Kurlukov Egg 36 Diamonds Enamel 56 Gold Silver/6.5g
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between the years 1884 - 1916.
Body in Silver finished with fine translucent Guilloche Cobalt Blue toned Enamel spread...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Symbol of Love and Elegance
Add a touch of classic sophistication to your collection with this Vintage Tiffany & Co. Heart Pendant Necklace, meticulously crafted from 18-k...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Caputi Blue and White Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy resin choker necklace features chunky carved pebble beads with a central round domed bead with crystal rhinestones spacers and works on coba...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces
Natural Myanmar Imperial Green Lotus Leaf Jade Pendant with Diamond Bail
Located in Kowloon, HK
Discover the breathtaking beauty of this one-of-a-kind jade pendant, crafted with the finest materials and meticulous attention to detail. Featuring a stunning imperial green jade lo...
Category
2010s Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Metal: Platinum
Weight: 12.0 grams
Chain: 16"
Pendant: 16mm wide
Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weig...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Coral Flower Necklace Antique Gold 24 Inch Hand Carved Coral Jump Ring
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent and very rare Antique Victorian - Art Deco Coral Necklace of hand carved Coral Beads in a Bamboo Flower Motif with eng...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Pearl star pendant brooch, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
This fabulous antique star pendant brooch is both bold yet delicate.
It is crafted in 9ct yellow gold with a star design, set with creamy seed pearls, it has a further Starburst des...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Style Pendant in 18 Kt Yellow Gold and Coral Cabochon
Located in Cattolica, IT
A Vintage Baroque-style pendant made of 18 kt gold and embellished with 5 oval cabochon-cut corals and 4 round cabochon-cut corals.
This crown-shaped pendant has meticulous craftsman...
Category
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Robert Lee Morris Wabi Sabi Collection for Donna Karan Armadillo Collar
Located in New York, NY
This khaki color of brass is one of the most desired colors and tones that Donna Karan asked Robert Lee Morris to create for many of her runway shows. This massive wide collar is lik...
Category
1990s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Angela Caputi Red and Gold Resin Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This classic Angela Caputi resin choker necklace, made in Italy, works in red and gold contrast with an asymmetric building. It features chunky round beads with a massive gilded meta...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces
Feudal Japan, Samurai Gold Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting small rectangular gold coin from the last Japanese shogunate, minted in the waning days of their power: 1837-1854, is set in a Steven Battelle designed handmade classi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Givenchy Crystal Chunky Silver Long Chain Necklace Vintage Y2K RARE
By Givenchy
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Vintage Y2K Givenchy Signed Necklace
Feature
Material: Metal
Color: Silver
Condition: Excellent Vintage
Period: 2000-
Place of Origin: France
Category
Early 2000s European Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Gay Freres 18K Woven Yellow Gold Long Chain Transformable Love Necklace, France
By Gay Freres
Located in New York, NY
Rare estate Gay Freres 18K woven yellow gold long chain X link necklace convertable to a lariat necklace, a double necklace, belt and quad bracelet. The...
Category
20th Century French Modernist Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl & Marcasite Pendant Necklace #21283
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver Mother of Pearl & Marcasite Pendant Necklace -
This lovely sterling silver beaded necklace features a mother of pearl center (9.5 mm x 7.6 mm) filigree style pendant...
Category
20th Century Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage gold lariat locket chain necklace with glass stones designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone chain with glass stones
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 35.5" long
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal sign...
Category
20th Century Necklaces
18K Yellow Gold Large Virgin Mary Medal Pendant #21146
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Medal Pendant-
Honor your faith with this 18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Medal Pendant! A symbol of purity, grace, and divine protection, this beautifully c...
Category
20th Century Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Star pendant necklace in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Star pendant necklace in 14k gold.
Chain necklace with star pendant. 14k gold Star Pendant Necklace.
Metal: 14k gold.
Necklace lenght - 45 sm.
Star pendant gemstones: colorless to...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold
AJD Natural Real Bamboo Coral, Natural Turquoise, Sparkling Spinel 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful polished rounded chunks of natural red Bamboo Coral enhanced with polished slices of natural bluish/greenish Turquoise accented with sparkling gem cut black Spinel set in a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Spinel, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Preloved 18ct White Gold Mariner Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved White Gold Chain
18ct White Gold
Gorgeous Mariner Link
Measures- Length Approx 16.5 inches
Weight Approx 9.4g
All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Preloved...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold
Citrine Nugget Apatite Cartouche Chatelaine Scent Bottle Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Rosalie Necklace.
The history of perfume during the Regency and Victorian Eras is a fascinating subject and this delicate necklace pays homage to the creativity and workmanship of that time.
A Victorian teal scent bottle (c. 1900) encased with gilt ormolu is the focal point of this remarkable necklace and has set the preference for the color-way. Sparkling faceted citrine nuggets, ranging in shades of dark and light, repeat the elegant gold persona of the romantic gilded cartouche encasement. Rich gold citrine nuggets have been intercepted with stations of jewel-toned teal apatite and freshwater pearls which repeat the magnificent coloring of the glass found in the Victorian chatelaine scent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
1960's , 35 Ct Emeralds & 35 CT Rubies + 15 Ct Diamond Bracelet 18KY Gold, 8 "
Located in New York, NY
Fine quality vintage 1960's bracelet set with emeralds, rubies, and round brilliant cut diamonds mounted in 18K yellow gold braided design. Weight: 99 Grams.
Approximate Measuremen...
Category
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Franco Moschino Gold-Toned Tassel Necklace
By Franco Moschino
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage necklace, created by Franco Moschino in the 1980s, epitomizes the bold and playful elegance that characterized the designer's creations during this period. Made from gol...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
White Turquoise & Dog bone Chain Bracelet -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Blend edgy charm with healing energy in this white turquoise and dog bone chain bracelet from Bombyx House, a bold statement of protection that speaks to your unique spirit.
• 6.25...
Category
2010s North American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 22k Gold, Vermeil
Necklace - 12.0 grams - 18k yellow gold - 45 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace - 45 cm long
detailed description:
necklace is 45 cm long and 1.7 mm wide
total weight: 12.0 grams
hallmark present and tested for gold content
necklace...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Elsa Peretti 24mm Wide Sevillana Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Elsa Peretti 24mm Wide Sevillana Pendant Necklace
Metal: 18K yellow gold
Gold weight: 3.90 grams
Pendant: 24mm (0.95") w...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Moonstone, Ruby, Diamond Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Pendant
15ct Gold & Platinum Tested
Circa 1900
This Edwardian pendant is a true beauty, featuring an elegant oval-shaped moonstone that is perfectly encased in ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum
Amber Round Large Bead Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The single-strand of slightly graduated round amber beads ranging from approx. 21 mm to 19 mm
The gold mounted clasp.
Length 40cm.
Total weight: 70,08 gr
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Renaissance Revival Polychrome Enamel, Pearl 14K Gold Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite museum quality antique reticulated polychrome enamel, natural pearl 14K gold Renaissance Revival cross necklace.
19th Century
A ra...
Category
19th Century European Renaissance Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
AJD Elegant Classic Golden Color Beautiful REAL Wrinkle Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
The unique and rare golden nacre from the Pearl shells is truly magnificent on these huge beauties on this handmade necklace. Tis goes beautifully from daytime to evening occasions d...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Art Deco Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A bright-white brilliant-cut diamond, weighing 1.03 ct, floats from within a platinum halo, suspended below an articulated row of diamonds. Circa 1930s, this lovely pendant is fabric...
Category
1920s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1914 Antique Trowel Pendant Freemason Masonic Enamel solid 18K Gold / 1.5gr
Located in SE
Antique Freemason Masonic Trowel pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold featuring miniature Freemason trowel with Enameled masonic symbols on front side and engraved brick pattern on the b...
Category
1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Edwardian Diamond 18K White Gold Fine Reticulated Cross
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality estate Edwardian period diamond and 18K white gold reticulated cross.
Wonderful size, just under two inches including the original d...
Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Handbag Charm Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Handbag Charm Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz
This exquisite 14 Karat Gold Handbag Charm Pendant is a unique addition to any jewelry collection. Made in 14K yellow gold...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1906
Makers Mark H M- Henry Matthews, Vittoria Street, Birmingham
Beautiful, Edwardian round locket. Hand engraved bo...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Early Victorian Lava Cherub Cameo Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cherub Pendant
9ct Gold Tested
Circa 1860s
Introducing an exquisite early Victorian cherub pendant. This angelic cherub cameo is hand-crafted from lava and elegantly fra...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1920s French Platinum Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace Star Y Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace
Platinum French Stamped
Circa 1920s
Step back in time with this exquisite 1920s platinum necklace, a true testament to the elegance of the Art Deco era. ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
AJD Dramatic Elegant Double Strand of Natural Real Turquoise & Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This double strand of natural real Turquoise and natural real Coral necklace is 17 1/2 inches long. The largest Coral is approximately 17mm x 17mm. The largest Turquoise is approximately 31mm x 19mm. The clasp is an easy to use sterling...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise
Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl pendant, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning Art Nouveau diamond pendant is a true beauty!
This finely crafted piece is both elegant and bold at the same time, the pendant has a beautiful openwork design giving i...
Category
19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
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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