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Necklaces For Sale
Antique Diamond Crescent in 14K Yellow Gold, with Chain - 2.00ct.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Capture the romance of a bygone era with this exquisite Antique Diamond Crescent! Finely crafted in the late 19th century, this celestial treasure features a graceful crescent moon s...
Category
1890s American Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Necklace and pendant brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.89ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds total approx. 0.89ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45cm
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 1.8...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
New African 4.50 ct Pear Cut Red Sapphire Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
The stones are from Africa and is just exquisite. The main stone is a red sapphire and is 4.50 cts. The stone is a pear cut and measures 11.2 x 9. mm and is surrounded by diamond cu...
Category
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Octagonal Locket of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Locket of 14k Gold: This antique locket (circa 1920) features a machine turned and hand etched front with frames for 3 photos.
The piece measures 1.4 inches from the top of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. X's & O's Necklace Bracelet Combination
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Tiffany & Co.'s Jean Schlumberger, his X's & O's necklace and bracelet combination. The 18 inch necklace separates into two 7 ¼ bracelets and a remaining section.
♦ Designer:...
Category
1980s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Christian Dior John Galliano Red Leather & Metal Choker Necklace c 2005
Located in University City, MO
Christian Dior John Galliano red leather & metal choker necklace c 2005
The avant-garde choker is designed with a curved metal rigid band at the center of the neck
The curved metal ...
Category
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage 18ct Gold, 1970s Calibrated Ruby & Diamond Oval Shaped Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Oval Gold Pendant
18ct Gold
Circa 1970s
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold pendant from the 1970s. This stunning piece features a prominently bezel-se...
Category
Late 20th Century European Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Fox Head, Pendant Charm with Cabochon Ruby Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fox Pendant
18ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1910
* THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
This stunning antique pendant features a beautifully detailed design of a fox's head, adorned with ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
AJD Flip-Flop Real Pearls & Real Smoky Quartz Double Strand Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These beautiful natural real brilliant Pearls are in many different fascinating shapes and colors. There is a lot of pink and blue and white. It is enhanced with natural round gemc...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
Jade Oval Cabochon Oval Faceted Ruby Yellow Sapphire 18 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Big Jade Oval Cabochon measuring 25x32 mm set as a Pendant in 18kt yellow gold bezel with in the center a oval faceted Ruby set in 18kt yellow gold bezel and 2 yellow Sapphires als...
Category
2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Natural Baltic Amber Necklace 35'', Early 20th Century
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present to you a magnificent long necklace made of natural Baltic amber. It measures 35 inches long, with bead sizes ranging from 9.5 to 20 mm. The total weight is 86 grams. The b...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Amber
45.00 Carat Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Red Carpet Necklace
The necklace is 18K White Gold
There are 5.00 Carats in Diamonds F/G VS
There are over 40.00 Carats in Multi-Color Sapphires
The necklace is 16” in circumference ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sa...
Gold Star of David Natural Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand made Star of David Diamond Pendant
Set in 14k Yellow Gold approx weight 3.50 grams
Natural Diamonds approx 0.65 carat H-SI
Star size approx 15 x 20 mm (cute size not too small n...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
LB offers Tibetan Amber Turquoise inlaid pendant Brass Art Glass Agate Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Vintage Tibetan inlaid pendant necklace. Turquoise and Amber stones are artfully inlaid into a Brass framing and all is enhanced by Large beach glass rounds, handmade glass overlay ( multi shades of blue)floral beads, Cinnabar agate tube beads, Large Repousse Tibetan Brass beads, lovely Peking glass vintage glass...
Category
Late 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amber, Turquoise, Brass
0.70 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Suspended from a Platinum Figaro Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Heart Necklace
Platinum Stamped
Circa 2000
Adorn yourself with this exquisite heart-shaped diamond pendant necklace, a true embodiment of elegance and love. Suspended fro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Necklace Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Chain Necklace Black Enamel
Material 14k Gold plate
Gems: White Diamond and Black Diamond
Enamel
Length: Long 28"
Designer: J DAUPHIN
Whit...
Category
2010s Indian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
PIERRE CARDIN vintage gold chain designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed PIERRE CARDIN tag
• gold tone
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VIN...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Paper Flowers Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Paper Flowers Pendant Necklace
Metal: Platinum
Chain: 16" long
Pendant: 12.5mm wide
Diamond: 19 round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight .17
Hallm...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Original Mummy’s Bundle Choker by Doug and Mary Handcock 14232 H.C
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Mary and Doug Hancock, of Mummy’s Bundle, create beautiful wearable art jewelry inspired by the ancient Indian cultures. Doug an archaeologist, Mary an artist. Their Exotic Wearable Jewelry is described by them as “Archaeology meets Style”. Mummy’s Bundle is renowned for exquisite chokers boasting beautiful macrame with bold silver adornments. When Doug passed a few years ago, Mary’s passion for the business waned.
This gorgeous piece is a wide statement choker crafted using turquoise nuggets and a focal point of sterling silver cross dangles.
• Artist: Doug & Mary Hancock...
Category
Early 2000s American Native American Necklaces
Materials
Silver
1970s 18K Yellow Gold Mesh Collar Necklace 96.5 grams Brushed Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bold, sexy, and unapologetically luxurious — this vintage 18K yellow gold mesh necklace from the 1970s is a true statement piece. Expertly crafted with impeccable attention to detail...
Category
1970s Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
AJD Lovely Fluorite and Apatite Triple Strand 19" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful triple strand natural real Fluorites (approximately 12mm) are enhanced by small highly polished natural real Apatites. The Fluorites are all different natural colors....
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Fluorite, Apatite, Gold Plate
Russian Imperial Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant, Workmaster Phillip Theodore Ringe
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
This Fabergé pendant, a rare and historically significant piece, was crafted by the renowned workmaster Phillip Theodore Ringe. This silver egg is covered in stunning green guilloche...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Enamel
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Chain: 16" long
Pendant: 0.73"(18.42mm) long x 0.50"(12.74mm)" wide
Diamond: 11 round brilliant di...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .20ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .20ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Metal: Platinum
Weight: 6.20 grams
Chain: 16"
Pendant: 17mm x 14mm
Diamond: 11 round brilliant diamonds, c...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
1970's Fred Paris 18k gold, onyx, coral and diamond sautoire
By Fred Paris
Located in London, GB
This delightful 1970s sautoire by Fred Paris consists of a beautifully delicate, completely hand made chain that measures 70cm. The medallion pendant is made of onyx with the figure of a charming 18k gold elephant...
Category
1970s French Contemporary Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage Baltic Amber necklace from the 1950-60s
Located in Orimattila, FI
Vintage Baltic Amber necklace from the 1960s
Well done Amber!
The length of the amber necklace is 54 cm. The size of the beads varies f...
Category
Mid-20th Century Baltic Russian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Amber
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Chain: 19" long thick heavy chain
Teardrop: 15mm long
Weight: 11.0 grams
Hallmark: "TIFF...
Category
2010s American Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Georgian Garnet Riviere Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Experience the timeless elegance of this remarkable antique necklace dating back to the late Georgian era (circa 1820). Crafted with meticulous artistry, this exquisite piece showcases 54 oval flat-cut, foil backed garnets...
Category
1820s Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Garnet Cultured Pearl & Peridot Suffragette Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant
9ct Gold Stamped
Makers Mark S Bros
Circa 1900
* THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
This exquisite 9ct yellow gold pendant hails from the Edwardian era, sh...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
AJD Glowing Green Brazilian Prehnite with Blue Agate Necklace Great Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant 24-Inch Prehnite & Blue Agate Necklace
Elevate your style with this exquisite 24-inch necklace, artfully designed with luminous green Prehnite and richly polished blue Agate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Other, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Steven Battelle 11.2 Carats Cabochon Aquamarine 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A juicy sea-blue 13 x 18 mm pear shaped aquamarine cabochon is held in a matte-finish 18K gold bezel with large/small "jawan" granulation marking the cardinal directions in this clas...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Imperial Russian Monogram of Grand Duke Nikolai Mikhailovich by Alfred Thieleman
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Another unique item from our collection is the Imperial Enamel Silver Monogram of Grand Duke Nicholas Mikhailovich, crafted in Imperial Russia by maste...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian 22 Inch Fancy Twist Link Belcher Chain with T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique T-bar Belcher Chain
9ct Gold
Circa 1910
Makers Mark C D B
Introducing a stunning 9ct gold Edwardian belcher link chain, a true embodiment of vintage elegance. This exqui...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Roman Brown Jasper Intaglio Depicting The Zodiac 2nd-3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
This Intaglio is Set in an 18 Karat Gold Pendant
This fascinating intaglio is a perfect example of the mixture of classic style and occult interest. We see here the famous symbols o...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Triangle Black Agate One-Off Cocktail or Statement Necklace
Located in Engelberg, CH
'Mara' - is a stylish and edgy Necklace in Black Agate!
This striking choker is from the Conversation Pieces collection, and she embodies the intersection of elegance and edge throu...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Important Chanel Anglo Indian Bib, Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Important Chanel Anglo Indian Bib by Maison Gripoix, Paris. Massive scale based on antique Indian Moghul styles, completely hand made with poured glass, faux pearls on a gilt bronze ...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Necklace - 8.8 gram - 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace – 8.8 grams – 45 cm long
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 2.1 mm wide
weight: 8.8 grams
hallmark present, tested and gua...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Micromosaic Bird Pendant of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Micromosaic Love Token: This exquisite Georgian-era micromosaic pendant, dating back to around 1830, beautifully captures the Chariot of Venus, drawn by three birds. A timele...
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Necklace and pendant with pearl an single cut diamonds Platinum and 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
950pt Platinum necklace with 14k gold with 850pt platinum pendant set with pearl and single cut diamonds up to approx. 0.20 ct F/G SI - 50 cm
detailed description
the pendant is 5....
Category
2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Silver Plated Necklace with Clear Crystal Drops
Located in London, GB
Beautiful silver plated necklace with three lengths of clear crystal drops. There is wear to the silver plating.
Measuring length 38.8 cm / 15.27 inches, plus an extension of 7.7 cm...
Category
Late 20th Century Necklaces
Art Deco Diamond Costume Jewelry Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A very real-looking 'Cartier'- style Art Deco pendant on an emerald cut line necklace with mand-made CZ diamonds is set in platinum-looking rhodium sterling silver. It is all hand-set precisely like the genuine collector's real necklace and made in our London fine jewellery...
Category
2010s European Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning and unusual Victorian necklace collar was originally intended to be worn with a locket and is a so called collar. It comes with a detachable segment from which a locket...
Category
1870s European High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Parentesi Necklace Choker
The necklace is 18k Yellow Gold
The necklace is 3/8" wide.
The necklace weighs 137 grams
The necklace is 15" length
Comes with original pouch and ba...
Category
20th Century Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Gold Edwardian Faceted Garnet Pendant, Natural Seed Pearls & Gold Teardrop
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant
9ct Rose Gold Tagged
Circa 1900
*THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY
Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Edwardian pendant. This exquisite piece showcases a be...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Art Deco Vintage Coral Pearl Diamond Costume Jewelry Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Coral Pearl Diamond Costume Jewelry Tassel Necklace by Clive Kandel
From our Art Deco Paris museum archives, come this exclusiv...
Category
2010s North American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Natural Freshwater Edison Pink Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Indulge in the timeless beauty of this exquisite pink Edison pearl necklace. Measuring 18 inches in length and featuring lustrous 11-12mm pearls,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
Gold Plated Three Strand Curb Chain Necklace with Faux Pearls
Located in London, GB
Lovely gold plated three strand curb chain necklace, featuring faux pearls with ornate links. The shortest length is 57 cm / 22.4 inches. There is wear to the gold plating and faux p...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Classic Large Antique Natural Butterscotch Baltic 64.4 gr Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, large, natural graduated oval bead antique amber necklace composed of thirty four hand knotted beads 25mm to 6mm, of desirable yellow-ora...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amber, 14k Gold
Certified Natural Pave Diamond Ruby Sterling silver bridal wedding necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful ruby diamond necklace consists of:
Diamond- Pave diamonds
Diamond color- white with a tint of grey
Diamond origin- Natural
Diamond weight- 8.30ct
Gemstone- Ruby
Gems...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 14K Gold / 3.92 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Yellow Gold decorated with Red and Blue Enamels. Traditional inscription in Rus...
Category
1890s Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Simple and cute Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love necklace with 14K solid Yellow Gold chain (18 inches).
Genuine 14K yellow GOLD diamond charm pendant with beautiful sleeping beauty turquoise heart...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fairy Lady Nouveau 1910 Enamel Brooch Pin Necklace Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel - Necklace Brooch
Sterling Silver(oxidized or black rhodium) and 18K Yellow Gold with brilliant Enamel colors
approx size 2.5' inch long (65 mm)
few...
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling ...
Angela Caputi Orange Resin Seashell with Faceted Beads Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this superb resin choker necklace. This necklace features a set of faceted beads in crystal clear color contrasted with an asymmetric pendant built with orange...
Category
Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces
NO RESERVE! - 2.30Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stones:
Natural Diamonds
Weight: 2.30 ct / 134 stones
Color: Fancy Light Pink
Clarity: VS-SI
Shape: Round Brilliant
VAT and TAXES:
Please be aware that your country of reside...
Category
2010s Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Exceptionally Long Antique 18K Gold Mano Sautoir Slide Chain Necklace Circa 1840
Located in New York, NY
Mano or Hand motif jewelry has a rich history. The origin dates back to ancient Rome where Fede rings incorporating the design of two clasped hands were worn to symbolize faith, fidelity and trust. These romantic jewels were popular during the Middle Ages as love tokens exchanged in and outside of marriage. The motif has continued to inspire some of today's most notable jewelers- 2024 Codognato Ultima Mano collection Psyche & Cupid pendant...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique French Belle Époque Silver Pendant Necklace Markasites Coloured Paste
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Belle Époque necklace was created out of silver in France towards the end of the 19th century. The design of the pendant shows a smaller and a larger bow crowning a garland. The...
Category
1890s French Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Floral Themed 13.85ct Blue Topaz & Quartz Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This wonderful piece is a neo- vintage and has never been worn. This beautiful piece is crafted in Thailand using sterling silver metal. The piece is adorned with 16 gorgeous natural...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Necklaces
Materials
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Quartz, Sterling Silver
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .40ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .40ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Chain: 16" long
Pendant: 16mm wide
Diamond: carat total weight .40ct
Hallma...
Category
2010s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k 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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