Necklaces
1990s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Pyrite, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver...
1990s French Modernist Necklaces
Base Metal
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s European Contemporary Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
1870s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Silver
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century English Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces
Platinum
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, Vermeil
2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s African Modern Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Platinum, Silver
2010s Thai Artisan Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Ster...
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
2010s Necklaces
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Mid-20th Century French Retro Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1980s German Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century French Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Necklaces
18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
1880s Antique Necklaces
Moonstone, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Modernist Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
1980s Vintage Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Tibetan Artisan Necklaces
Silver Plate, Brass
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Citrine, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Citrine, Gold, Silver
2010s French Modern Necklaces
1980s Vintage Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
2010s Necklaces
Pearl
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Coral, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold
1890s American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Vintage Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k 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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This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making
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