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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1980s
Period: 1990s
Vintage 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.90 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact fo...
Category
1990s Turkish Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Signed Monet Goldtone Molded Navy Blue Lucite Collar Necklace
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
1980s goldtone and molded blue Lucite collar necklace with fold over clasp. Marked "Monet." Measures: 7 1/4 inches long by 5 1/2 inches wide. Center; 1 1/4 inches long. Condition: Very good; minor signs of previous wear. Interior circumference is about 17 inches.
Early Monet jewelry...
Category
1980s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Marine Link Chain 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow and White Link Chain
39.8 grams 18 inches Long , Each Link is 5mm width.
The chain has a Yellow Gold Look as there are 2 Yellow Gold Link and one White Lin...
Category
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% Genuine.
Crafted from polished gold p...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Certified Type A Jade Good Fortune Pendant Necklace, Apple Green Patches
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This natural Jadeite Jade pendant is certified without any treatments. The pendant is set in 14k white gold. The inner circle is the Chinese character ...
Category
1990s Hong Kong Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
BERTORO Graduated Necklace Of Sardinian Coral And 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Graduated corals necklace designed by Bertoro.
An exceptional coral necklace, created in Arezzo Italy at the jewelry atelier of Bertoro. This necklace is composed by forty-three gra...
Category
1990s Italian Modernist Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Flap Bag Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite Chanel 1980s Gold Tone Flap Bag Necklace, a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This gold-tone pendant necklace feat...
Category
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
Elegant Gilt Snake Chain Draped Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Gilt Snake Chain Draped Necklace from the 1990's. Unsigned but high quality gold toned snake chains in graduated sizes.
16" to 19" lengths. 199...
Category
1990s American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
18kt gold pendant with half of Akoya pearl, onyx, and 0.50 cts. of diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt yellow gold pendant with cultured half of Akoya pearl, onyx, and 0.50 carats of round brilliant diamonds.
Hallmarked for 18kt gold.
Dimensions -
Length x width x depth: 3 x 2...
Category
1990s European Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl
Vintage Swarovski Deco Style Gold Plate Black Enamel Pave Rhinestone Spiga Chain
By Swarovski
Located in Sausalito, CA
Add a touch of glamour to your outfit with this vintage Swarovski choker necklace from the 1980s. The necklace features a black enamel and gold pavé rhinestone bar pendant on a gold ...
Category
1980s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Emerald & Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
A stunning emerald and diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold. The main body of the necklace features ....... cut natural emeralds. The emeralds have a total weight of approximately ......
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Loin Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris, large Lion medallion with Green Emerald Eyes.
The Leo medallion is hallmarked Cartier and numbered
18 karat Yellow Gold.
The chain is als...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.6 grams.
Total weight is diamond 0.70 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally is sapphire 0.55 ct.
Total lenght is chai...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1.42ctw Diamond and Tanzanite Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold, Length 18 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning 1.42ctw diamond and tanzanite pendant necklace is a true gem. Crafted in 14k white gold, this necklace features a breathtaking 1.4ct tanzanite center stone with 0.02ctw...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare Vintage necklace by Illias Lalaounis. Masterfully crafted in the finest 18K yellow gold, this piece embodies the timeless artistry of Greek jewelry making.
The necklace’s weig...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Monet Black Enamel & Pave Clear Rhinestone Necklace 1987 Ad Piece
By Monet
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone black enamel and pave rhinestone collar necklace with fold over clasp and extender. Marked "Monet." An identical necklace was featured in a 1987 advertisement. Excellent condition. Measures with extender: 6 3/4 inches long by 5 1/2 inches wide. Center; 7/8 inches. Interior circumference is about 16 inches.
Early Monet jewelry...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel golden necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Two-row golden metal necklace from the 1980s.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 42 cm
CB251
Category
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Alhambra Pendant Necklace 18k
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels
Alhambra Necklace
18K Yellow Gold
Signed VCA Pendant and Chain
Chain Length 18 inches
Pendant: 1 inch by 1 inch
Pendant Hallmarked: vca 1998 CUxxxx
Also the...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 20.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.80 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 50 cm.
Please contact for any q...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Designer Men’s 5mm Fancy Mariner Link Chain Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Designer Men’s 5mm Fancy Mariner Link Chain Necklace 14k Gold. The chain weights 25.3g and measures 18.5 inches in length. Marked Tissor (designer) Made in Italy.
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace is made by red resin bell pepper decorated with Hamilton gold-plated American pewter casting.
Lane started designing jewelry and launched h...
Category
1990s North American Necklaces
Chanel pendant necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant necklace. 1995 Fall-Winter Collection.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 80 cm
CB272
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
14 Karat Gold Byzantine Tapered Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Gold Byzantine Tapered Necklace with hollow links. The width of the necklace tapers from 7.5mm - 10.5mm. Stamped on the back of the clasp is ITALY and 14K. The total gold we...
Category
1990s Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Anne Klein Russian Gold Necklace
By Anne Klein
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a 1990s Anne Klein Russian Gold necklace composed of modernesque circle and square components. It has a toggle on one end and three rings...
Category
1990s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage 5mm Graduating Rope Twist Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Graduating Rope Twist Necklace Ranging from 2.85mm - 5mm in width. The necklace measures 18 inches in length and features two gold spheres in ...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Retro Gold 5.50 Carat Natural Brilliant Colorless Diamond Elephant Necklace 1990
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent 5.50 Carat (appx) Natural Diamond Elephant Necklace set in 18k Yellow Gold. There are 24 elephant links.
The piece is set with 456 Natural Colorless Round Brilliant Dia...
Category
1990s African Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.55 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.75 ct.
Total lenght is chain 44....
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Christian Dior Long Gold Plated Curb Link Chain Necklace circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior gold plated curb link chain necklace, with ornate detail. Measuring length 77.8 cm / 30.6 inches. There is some wear to the gold plating.
This is a beautiful and styl...
Category
1980s German Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier Yellow Gold Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Necklace
16 inch Anchor link Chain 2.5 mm
The Pendant spins freely on the hand made chain.
13 mm diameter of pendant and two tone white and yellow gold.
Hand made box clasp...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, vintage 7.80 carat lapis lazuli, pearl and 18k yellow gold chain necklace; part of our diverse collection of vintage necklaces.
This exceptional...
Category
1990s Unknown Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Oval Round Link Toggle Chain Necklace, 18K YG Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
This David Yurman oval round link toggle chain necklace is a luxurious and elegant piece that will add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Made with 18K yellow gold and sterling...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
A Pearl Necklace and Bracelet set of Cultured Salt Water Pearls.
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
A Pearl Necklace and Bracelet set of Cultured Salt Water Pearls. The Necklace is 16.5 Inches in length, and the pearls are 8.2mm in siz...
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 10k Gold
Vintage 0.75 Carat Diamonds Marquise Leaf Floral Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 0.75 Carat Diamonds Marquise Leaf Floral Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold. The center round brilliant cut Diamond weights 0.25 carat H/VS with the additional surrounding marqu...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Featuring one pear mixed cut ruby weighing approximately 0.60 carat. Ac...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...
Dinh Van Paris Large Pi Necklace Pendant In Hammered 24Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric Pi pendant-necklace designed by Jean Dinh Van.
This piece of jewelry is an exceptional and very sophisticated design, created in Paris France by the jewelry designer Jean Dinh Van, back in the 1991. This is the larger forty mm Pi pendant-necklace, carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 24 karats (.999/.999 Au) with a delicate hammered finish. The Pi figure is suspended in an adjustable silk cord. The design of this piece was originally inspired by an 11th century Mayan gold disc, found in the Yucatan peninsula, and is actually exhibited at the Museo Nacional De Antropologia in Mexico. This gold disc blends perfectly with the geometric motif so dear to the Maison of Dinh Van.
The value of pi is approximately 3.14, or 22/7. To 39 decimal places, Pi is 3.141592653589793238462643383279502884197. Pi is an irrational number, which means it is not equal to the ratio of any two whole numbers. Its digits do not repeat.
Weight: 20.75 grams, (13.31 Dwt.).
Size: 20 Inches (50.8 Cm) and can be adjusted longer or shorter.
Measurements: Diameter of 40 mm (1.5748031 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the maker's mark DVD associated to the workshop of Dinh Van, the mark of the eagle for the assay of the gold, the mark .999/.999 for the finesse of 24kt fine gold and signed in full, "DINH VAN 24KT .999".
Jean Dinh Van
He is a French designer, that was born in 1927 from a French-Vietnamese family. His successful career started behind the workbench at the French jewelry house of Cartier in 1946 and then work for Pierre Cardin. In 1972 he started his own company and the followed years his revolutionary designs and style caught on quickly and launched him to the forefront of the jewelry and fashion world. All his designs are very geometric and modern, both, his original vintage pieces created for Cartier and the contemporary creations are highly collectible. Dinh Van pieces are very fashionable, sophisticate and easy to wear, also can be displayed as a small toys, sculptures and "Object's du Vertu". Since Jean Dinh Van, the first Parisian minimalist jeweler, left Cartier and opened his own shop at la Place Vendome in 1965, the brand has established itself as one of the premiere Parisian jewelers. He created timeless, show-stopping designs, such as this incredible lapis ring, that will make you stand out from the crowd.
Literature: Serenice Geoffroy-Schneiter, Dinh Van Paris...
Category
1990s French Modernist Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Diamond Necklace Bracelet & Earrings Set 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Harry Winston, Diamond Necklace, Bracelet and Earring set, Circa 1990's
282 diamonds with a Total Diamond Weight 73.60cts
Necklace 40 carats
Bracelet 22.80 cts
Earrings 10.80 cts
D...
Category
1990s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Elegant Tonal Faux Pearl Collar
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Tonal Faux Pearl Collar from the 1990's. 3 strand oval faux pearls of differing tones and sizes with matte gold clasp. Beads can be worn in different configurations. 16" x 1....
Category
1990s American Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Hermes 'Chain d'Ancre' Vintage Gold Link Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
Circle yourself in precious gold with this iconic Hermes Paris vintage medium size 'chain d'ancre' 17" toggle link necklace. Signed Hermes. Circa 1980. 18 karat polished yellow gold.
Category
1980s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Ruby White Crystals Long Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Ruby White Crystals Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. Very new. Not any scratches o...
Category
1980s German Artist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Christian Dior by John Galliano Amber Glass Bead Choker Necklace, c. 1998
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior 'Masai' Choker Necklace
▪ Creative Director: John Galliano
▪ c. 1998
▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive
▪ Embellished with 7 strands of exquisite amber glass ...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Necklaces
Chaumet Amethyst Diamond 18k Gold Vintage Set Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular vintage set by Chaumet, made of 18k gold, featuring amethyst and diamond. The set consists of a beaded necklace and a pair of earrings.
The necklace has an intricate d...
Category
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Butler and Wilson Black Diamante Wide Choker Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Butler and Wilson Black Diamante Wide Choker Circa 1990s. Such a gorgeous piece that always looks on trend. This can look great for the day with a white shirt or with a ball...
Category
1990s British Modern Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Chanel Style Pearl and Pate de Verre Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Chanel Style Pearl and Pate de Verre Sautoir from the 1990's. High quality faux jewelry made in Italy with hand knotted pearls, glass bea...
Category
1990s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat from the 1990's. High quality manufacture with tassels and spheres trimmed in colorful crystals in amythest, crystal, emerald and ruby. 52" total. Tassels 4...
Category
1990s Italian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior 1980s Gold Plate Vintage Gas Pipe Design Collar and Earrings
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This stylish and timeless jewellery set is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1980s in Germany for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
This gold...
Category
1980s German Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage YSL Geo Style Rhinestone Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage YSL Geo Necklace featuring a flattened curb chain adorned with a geometric design pendant lavishly embellished with crystals. Pure contemporary chic from the ultra stylish House of YSL.
In 1961, following his time as Dior's Art Director, Yves Saint Laurent launched his namesake couture label. His fearless approach to blurring the lines between men and women's fashions set him apart. In 1966 he launched his tailored Tuxedo and 'Le Smoking' was born. Like his couture counterparts, YSL's jewellery was key to completing his looks. Vintage YSL Jewellery...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Barry Kieselstein Cord Gold Disc Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Barry Kieselstein Cord Gold Disc Necklace
A beautiful gold link necklace by Barry Kieselstein-Cord featuring 6 gold discs embossed with face mo...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Gold
14K Solid Gold Apple Pendent Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 14K Solid Gold Apple Pendant Necklace, a charming and timeless piece that adds a touch of whimsy to your everyday look. Crafted from...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels pendant necklace features a stunning coral flower design with a diamond accent. The pendant is set in 18k yellow gold It is signed by the VCA and is a Flower style...
Category
1980s French Post-War Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Vintage Italian Pearl & Coral bead necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Beaded Choker Necklace & Matching earrings
Comprises of Natural Coral & Naturally Cultivated Potato Pearl Beads
Each bead is approx. 5mm Diameter
Weight of the neckl...
Category
1980s European Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Dazzling 18k White Yellow Gold White & Yellow Diamond Pendant w/ 14k Chain
Located in Essex, MA
Presented is a stunning 18 karat white and yellow gold and diamond pendant on a 14 karat white gold chain. The pendant is round with vine-like milgrain finish filigree, set with diam...
Category
1980s North American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
0.12ctw Diamond and Opal Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold, Small Dainty Pendant Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 14k yellow gold diamond and opal pendant is a beautiful and eye-catching piece of jewelry. Crafted with high-quality gold, this pendant features a dainty design that adds a touc...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Yellow Gold Necklace
By Marina B
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Necklace by Marina B.
With 19 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color
This authentic Marina B statement necklace radiate...
Category
1990s Italian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Rose Quartz and Gold Omega Chunky Choker Necklace By Alexis Kirk, 1980s
By Alexis Kirk
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 17" length
- Gold plated
- Rose quartz gemstone slice
- Fold over clasp
- By Alexis Kirk (signed on verso)
- Circa 1980s
- Estat...
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Quartz
Sterling Silver Chunky Twist Rope Chain Necklace w Toggle Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Impress with this vintage heavy gauge sterling silver twisted rope 16 inch necklace with toggle clasp. Hand assembled of .925 silver meticul...
Category
1980s North American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Carrera y Carrera 18K Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting vintage 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace
From a well-distinguished legendary Spanish Jewelry Mason Carrera y Carrera world renowned for their expertise in ...
Category
1990s Spanish Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Logo Monogram Crystals Charm Trio Tassel Silver Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Logo Monogram Crystals Charm Trio Tassel Necklace, Silver Plated
Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% ...
Category
1990s German Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace, a timeless piece that combines classic elegance with a bold and contemporary twist. Crafted with precision and attention t...
Category
1980s Vintage Necklaces
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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