Necklaces
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
1990s Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Thai Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire,...
21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Modern Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, Platinum
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Quartz
2010s Italian Artist Necklaces
Jade, Quartz, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Necklaces
Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Plate,...
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Quartz, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century British Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, White Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
2010s Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver, Brass
2010s European Modern Necklaces
Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1980s Brazilian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Onyx, Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Quartz, Silver
2010s British Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Go...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces
White Diamond, Quartz, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Contemporary Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Platinum
2010s Italian Modern Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Necklaces
Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
2010s Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Italian Modernist Necklaces
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire,...
Late 20th Century Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Quartz, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gr...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Garnet, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Modern Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Silver, Sterling ...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
1970s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Quartz, 18k Gold
20th Century French Necklaces
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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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.
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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.