Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fres...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Indian Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s French Vintage Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Aquamarine, Amber, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger's Eye...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, G...
2010s European Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver
1870s Italian Modernist Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces
Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamo...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Amazonite, Freshwater Pearl, Base Metal
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
2010s British Modern Necklaces
Turquoise, Citrine, Other, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Jade...
Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Opal, Agate, Crystal, Silver, St...
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamo...
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Topaz, Turqu...
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century American Modernist Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s American Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamo...
2010s Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl...
1970s American Vintage Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl, Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli...
20th Century American Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
2010s French Modern Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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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A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised
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Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.