Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Moonstone, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Necklaces
20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold,...
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
1980s American Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate
1940s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold
1820s English George III Antique Necklaces
Garnet, 10k Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
2010s Necklaces
Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Byzantine Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Baroque Vintage Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Gold
2010s American Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
1950s Vintage Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Anglo-Indian Necklaces
Gold Plate
1930s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Vermeil, Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Classical Greek Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Necklaces
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s French Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate, Berlin Iron, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
22k Gold, Gold Plate
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass
2010s Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Necklaces
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
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Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending
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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.