Necklaces
Early 2000s Mexican Native American Necklaces
Coral, Sterling Silver, Brass
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, Vermeil
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Coral
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Classical Roman Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Quartz, Ruby, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Italian Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold Plate
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Silver
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Amethyst, Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Modern Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Onyx, Black Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Retro Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Tsavorite, Gold, 9k Gol...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, B...
1960s Italian Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Early 1900s French Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, 10k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Swiss Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Platinum
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Coral, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
1870s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Coral, Silver, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Amethyst, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topa...
1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
Late 19th Century European Antique Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Dutch Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Emerald, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Necklaces
Amethyst, Cut Steel, Niello, Mixed Metal, Brass, PVD-Coated, Gold Plate,...
1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Classical Greek Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Coral, Emerald, Citrine, Peridot, 22k Gold
Early 1900s Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling ...
1960s Danish Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold
19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal
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This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making
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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.