Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1910s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Pearl
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Black Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Go...
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Necklaces
Opal, Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold
Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Silver
2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s French Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Titanium
1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, En...
1760s Spanish Georgian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Necklaces
Pearl, Zircon, Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s European Artist Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
1820s Georgian Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl
Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Necklaces
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Contemporary Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Citrine, Agate, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Blue T...
2010s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Black Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, Tiger's Eye
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Marcasite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
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.