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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Romantic
NO RESERVE! 39.63ct Tanzanite - 14K White Gold - Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning necklace showcases a total of 39.63 carats of violetish blue Tanzanite, prized for its captivating color and rarity. The pendant, set in 14 karat white gold, radiates a...
Category
2010s Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rare Early Georg Jensen Cabochon Turquoise and Silver #1 Necklace, 1910-1925
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Arts and Crafts era turquoise and silver #1 necklace by Georg Jensen
1910-1925
Turquoise and silver pieces by Georg Jensen are rarely available, perhaps because very few peopl...
Category
20th Century Danish Romantic Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
56.83 Carats Genuine Ruby Tennis Necklace for Wedding in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
56.83 Carats Genuine Ruby Tennis Necklace for Wedding in 18K Gold studded with oval cut ruby of 56.863 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dres...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Vintage Coral Pearl Diamond Costume Jewelry Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Coral Pearl Diamond Costume Jewelry Tassel Necklace by Clive Kandel
From our Art Deco Paris museum archives, come this exclusiv...
Category
2010s North American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
18K Gold Snowflake Diamond Pendant Christmas Charm Winter Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Snowflake Diamond Pendant is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold.
Gold Necklace showcasing 31 Brilliant Round Cut, Natural and eth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Enamel Chain Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
The antique piece (circa 1910) is 14k gold with seven guilloche enamel links.
The chain measures 18 inches long with a 1.8 inch drop. It is in very good condition.
The metal conten...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Diamond Ruby Necklace Bracelet Earring Real Looking Costume Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Ruby Necklace Bracelet Earring Real Looking Costume Jewellery Set
Made in New York, a fine jewellery workshop, this is a one-of-a-kind replica: a real-looking diamond and ruby parure...
Category
2010s North American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Christian Dior Vintage Large Openwork Gold Silver Leaf Necklace Earrings Set
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Geometric Openwork Gold Silver Leaf Exquisite Statement Necklace Drop Clip Earrings Modernist Elegant Jewellery Set
Very excellent condition. Uniq...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Bochic “Capri” Ruby Sapphire Amethyst Aquamarine & Peridot Necklace and Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot - Necklace and Earrings Set
Made in 18K Gold & Silver
Ruby - 31 Carats
Green Peridot - 11 Carats
White Topaz - 14 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Ste...
Scottish Art Deco 9ct Rose Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a rose gold, with trombone link chain, each stamped with 9c, Albert swivel clasp and a hanging T bar attachment.
Measurements: 17 inches long
Metal:...
Category
1930s Scottish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco Vintage Madonna Plique-a-Jour Enamel Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Spain, circa 1930
This ornate Art Deco era 18K gold and platinum pendant features a carved bone bust of praying Madonna shaded with purple, brown and gold paint. The carving is exec...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Special Platinum Necklace with Drop Aquamarine Centre & Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Platinum
5 Ct Diamonds
12 Ct Aquamarine
Made in France
Weight: 46g
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
55-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 0.60 Carat Each D-E-F Color VVS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 55-carat diamond tennis necklace is an extraordinary celebration of brilliance, precision, and timeless beauty. Featuring 0.60-carat round brilliant-cut diamonds, each meticulou...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Multi Tourmaline Crescent Moon Pendant With Turquoise & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.153g,D:1.02ct, Tour:1.19ct,Turq:1.11ct, 61 MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco Style 0.80 Ct Emerald 14K Rose Gold Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Art Deco Style 0.80 ct Emerald 14K Gold Necklace
This necklace was made with quality materials and excellent handwork. I guarantee the quality assurance...
Category
2010s Turkish Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
NO RESERVE! - 2.30Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stones:
Natural Diamonds
Weight: 2.30 ct / 134 stones
Color: Fancy Light Pink
Clarity: VS-SI
Shape: Round Brilliant
VAT and TAXES:
Please be aware that your country of reside...
Category
2010s Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Gin & Grace 14K White Gold Natural White Diamond Pendant for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 14-karat White Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is Baguette-cut White Diamond (49 Pcs) 0.55 Carat and Round-cut White...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Marcus & Co. Art Deco Diamond 20K Gold Antique Foliate Pendant Station Necklace
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of fancy paperclip link chain centering a central pendant drop station
Suspending from a row of old European cut diamonds bezel set as surmount
Weighing approximately 0.55 ...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
CoCo Chanel Maison Gripoix Glass Enamel Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Chanel poured glass enamel flower necklace. Made by Maison Gripoix of opaline and opal blue glass camellias and camellia buds . Furt...
Category
1950s French Romantic Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel
Solitaire Moissanite Round Cut Gold Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold for Women
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire Moissanite Round Cut Gold Pendant in 14k solid yellow gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear Shaped Pink Tourmaline Minimal Pendant With Pink Enamel & Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:8.223g,D:0.30ct, Tour:11.42ct,Enam:0.10g, 31X20 MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
1920s Art Deco Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
Elevate your style with this Circa 1920 Art Deco Filigree Cross Pendant, a breathtaking statement of timeless sophistication and unparalleled craftsmanship. Paired with an antique platinum chain...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
TJD 0.15 Carat Natural White Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Make any day special with this gorgeous diamond heart pendant. This heart pendant is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and features 37 single cut diamonds set in prong setting. H-I c...
Category
2010s Indian Romantic Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Devil Cicada Insect Necklace France Bakelite Galalith Venetian Glass
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and very rare antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco French Devil and Cicada Insect Bug Pendant Necklace in Bakelite or the French form Galalith with Venetian Glass beads....
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Pearl Asymmetric Double Wings Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Circle Pearl Asymmetric Double Wings Flower Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Constructed from ...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Coral 14 Karat Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Art Deco natural coral 14 karat gold single-strand beaded necklace. The coral beads of this necklace are round-shaped and are beautifully mottled with different hues of red and pi...
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Minimal Moissanite Solitaire Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold Necklace for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Minimal Moissanite Solitaire Pendant in 14k solid yellow gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling, luxuri...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K YG Special Design Link Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 18K yellow gold necklace features a unique and elegant link design, combining alternating round and roped links for a sophisticated, textured look. Measuring 24.5 inch...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Art Deco 32.05 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Vintage Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a shield shaped surmount pierced as foliate garland and centering an aquamarine
Emerald cut and weighing approximately 30.15 carats - transparent light blue in color
Set ...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
17" Baroque Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This striking 17-inch baroque grey pearl necklace showcases 159 uniquely shaped pearls in a graduated size arrangement, creating a natural, organic look. Each pearl is individually k...
Category
1980s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Whole Crystals Crescent Pendant Silver Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Large Long Whole Sparkling Crystals Crescent Pendant Modernist Necklace, Silver Tone
Very good condition. Not any stones loss. Very light scratch...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Certified 15.51 CTW Sapphire and Halo Diamond Necklace Gift 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Certified Sapphire and Halo Diamond Necklace in 18K Gold with diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
Sapphire stimulates concent...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Rousselet Unusual Pearl Demi Parure
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet unusual choker style necklace and pendant earclips made of hand blown nacre glass beads and unusual tooth pearl pendants on both the necklace and earrings.
The neckl...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Antique 18k gold and platinum Albert chain, watch chain, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique Art Deco era 18ct yellow gold and platinum Albert chain.
As perfect piece, this is very high quantity and well made a truly f...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Christian Dior Vintage 1970 Black Clear Cluster Flowers Whole Crystals Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Haute Couture Large Black Clear Cluster Flowers Leaf Whole Shining Sparkling Crystals Crystals Crescent Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excel...
Category
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Choker Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Chocker Set In 18K Gold & Silver
open and close hinge and safety locks
Natural Red Ruby - 9 Carats
Natural Blue Sapphire - 8 Carats
Na...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Masriera Plique a Jour Pendant Necklace 18K
By Masriera
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Masriera Brooch is a pendant or necklace, I am providing the chain. This piece depicts a lovely maiden lady holding a Pearl with a surround of two beautiful flowers on each sid...
Category
1990s Spanish Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace consisting of 4 rows of round pearls white orient, in fall. Two platinum spacers with openwork floral designs are set with rose-cut and antique brilliant-cut diamonds, all in millegrain setting. The clasp, ratchet with safety "8", is in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and also adorned with 2x7 rose-cut diamonds.
Presented in an antique case marked Boucheron inside and embossed on the top "Liliane 20-27 May 1928".
Diameter of the pearls : from 2/2,5 mm to 2,5/3 mm approximately. Fine pearls certified by the French laboratory of gemology.
Width of the patterns : 15,5 mm approximately, height : 12,5 mm approximately, thickness : 2,3 mm approximately.
Length : from 33 cm approximately to 36,5 cm approximately. Necklace recommended for a neck measuring about 33 cm in circumference.
Authentic antique jewel - French work circa 1928.
Our opinion : This type of antique...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k ...
Christian Dior 1980 Vintage Shell Fan Crystal Wide Ribbed Omega Chunky Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Unisex Large Shell Fan Crystals Wide Ribbed Omega Chunky Pendant Ribbed Adjustable Choker Omega Chunky Necklace, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition. Ver...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Estate Layered Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal triple layered necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. This necklace features genuine high grade Robinson Egg Blue turquoises from the sleeping beau...
Category
2010s Italian Romantic Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals from the 1920's. Faceted lead crystal sparkles brightly in this riviere style. This probably had an emerald...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
Art Deco 4.00 CTW Diamond Sapphire Platinum Vintage Sartuoir Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sartuoir style fancy link chain necklace suspending a pendant from drop station
Comprised of navette shaped links and triangular central station bead set with diamonds
...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Gem Quality High Jewelry Gemstone 83.3 Carats
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This is one of a kind high jewelry necklace main show stopper gemstone. We have seen such size and shape of carved emeralds used in antique jew...
Category
2010s Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Emerald
Christian Dior GROSSE Octagon Madeira Citrine Crystals Trio 3 Strands Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Vintage Octagon Rectangle Madeira Citrine Yellow Brown Crystals Shining Crystals Trio 3 Strands Layers Interlinked Elegant Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone
Ve...
Category
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
14K Yellow Gold Drop Station Necklace with Pear-Shaped Ruby Gemstone Charms
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your everyday style with this elegant 14k yellow gold drop station necklace, adorned with pear-shaped pink gemstones totaling 2.5 carats. Each stone is bezel-set and delicate...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Large Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystal Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval White Pearl Rectangle Circle Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine.
It is...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Antique Necklace Bohemian Garnets Gilt Silver / 39 cm / 21 gr.
Located in SE
Bohemian ca. early 20th century Austrian /or Czech Bohemian Garnet Necklace.
No hallmarks. Metal parts made of gilded Silver. All blood Red Bohemian Garnets are rose cut, both beze...
Category
1930s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver
D'Orlan Vintage 1980s Long Crystals Interlocked Linked Chain Necklace Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
D'Orlan Vintage 1980s Unisex Long 4 Crystals Charms Interlocked Linked Chain Modernist Layers Strands Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour lo...
Category
1980s Canadian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Diamond and Rainbow Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Discover our new collection ‘Be Elegance Over the Rainbow’ and celebrate the life that full of colors! Perfect with everyday wear, these charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design p...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Large Oval Amethyst Crystal Heart Love Openwork Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Oval Amethyst Purple Crystals Heart Love Openwork Pendant Choker Necklace, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely n...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Emerald Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Emerald Crystals in deep green, lead crystal for extra sparkle and weight with spring clasp which allows doubling.
Nice quality circa 1920's...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
CARTIER 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Toothpick Pendant Late Deco Early Retro 1930s Rare
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pendant. Truly a great piece ...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Jade Pearl Necklace with Jade Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing a classic necklace of exquisite natural freshwater pearls and premium quality natural green nephrite.
The length of the necklace is 30 inches (76 cm).
The size of the sm...
Category
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Handcrafted 3.25 Carat Multi Stone Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver Mom Gift
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted 3.25 Carat Multi Stone Pendant In 925 Sterling Silver New Year Gift studded with round cut amethyst, citrine. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual l...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Cartier Diamond Solitaire Necklace 18K White Gold C de Cartier Boxed RRP £4400
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier
C de Cartier
Natural Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
18K White Gold
Excellent Condition
Stone is GIA Certified, GIA Certificate will be supplied digitally to the ...
Category
2010s European Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat from the 1990's. High quality manufacture with tassels and spheres trimmed in colorful crystals in amythest, crystal, emerald and ruby. 52" total. Tassels 4...
Category
1990s Italian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Antique Austrian Necklace Amethyst Pearls Gilt Silver / 42cm/25gr
Located in SE
A Renaissance Revival styled Austrian / Hungarian Gilt Silver Necklace hand made on the territories of the former Austrian Hungarian Empire, ca. 1900 -1920s. Hallmarked 830S and Swed...
Category
1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Amethyst, Silver
Invisible set Heart shape ruby Necklace in 18kt Rose gold
Located in Khet Bang Rak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon
French cut natural rubies are used to make this adorable Ruby Necklace.
18kt Rose gold with 18mm size makes it an ideal size on the neck.
Total 90 stones are cut, polished & set ma...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Rose 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.