Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces
Topaz, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces
Topaz, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18th Century French Renaissance Antique Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Copper
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
19th Century European Renaissance Antique Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel
1910s Czech Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
14k Gold
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Necklaces
Coral, Gold Plate
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Gold
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Silver, Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Moonstone, 10k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1930s American Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
1890s French Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Gold
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s American Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Star Sapphire, 10k Gold, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
Agate, Gold
1910s Czech Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum, Steel
Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Gold
Early 1900s German Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces
Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 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.