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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Revival
Style: Byzantine
Medusa Snake Coral Necklace Antique Etruscan Victorian 14 Karat Gold Neoclassic
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality Antique Etruscan Revival Victorian Carved Coral Necklace depicting Medusa with a Crown of Snakes with two pear shape coral drop pendants. The Coral Medusa is set in 14-18 Karat Gold with extraordinary Etruscan Revival beaded cannetille surmounts on the coral drops and a barrel clasp connecting the fine Etruscan gold chain...
Category
19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Inspired Cross with Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold Byzantine Inspired Cross that showcases intricate design and craftsmanship. This cross features a combination of cabochon emeralds, granulation, and filigree decoration, add...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby Byzantine Cross Pendant with Squares
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite Byzantine cross pendant is a radiant masterpiece, where glistening squares intertwine with the fiery brilliance of radiant rubies, celebrating the artistry of ancient ...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Byzantine Heart Cross with Sapphire
Located in Athens, GR
Grace your neckline with the captivating beauty of a Byzantine heart cross pendant, centered around a single, resplendent sapphire—a cherished symb...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, the jewel made in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver mounted with n...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Byzantine Round Cross Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
In the heart of our round gold cross pendant, a captivating emerald with its enchanting green hue takes center stage, surrounded by a brilliant constellation of diamonds—a radiant em...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Byzantine Diamond Square Cross Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Throughout this gold square cross pendant, diamonds glisten amidst intricate granulations, crafting a divine symphony of faith and elegance, where...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, many intertwining flourishes characterize the design of this jewel made in part ...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Byzantine Gold Oval Pendant with Ruby and Shiny Finish
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with our gleaming oval gold pendant, showcasing a captivating oval deep red ruby encircled by a symphony of meticulously crafted granu...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Onyx Slab w/Turquoise & Brass Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This onyx slab with turquoise and brass necklace is Nouveau Boutique's original work. We created it with eight 1.25 x 1.63 inch silky onyx slabs, 12 mm turquoise beads and 20 mm bras...
Category
2010s American Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Turquoise, Brass
Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chic and striking rich blue lapis and emerald melon deeply carved beads. The stones have beautiful and intense even coloration.
The beads are separated by wavy textured discs which...
Category
2010s American Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil
MiriamHaskell c1930 Hess GoldGiltChain CappedAquaGlass ThumblessClasp Bib Choker
Located in Chicago, IL
Around 1930, Miriam Haskell's first designer Frank Hess designed this Russian-gilt brass ribbed-chain link bib necklace featuring 27 strands of varying length each wired to aqua faux-turquoise pressed glass beads with characteristic gold pronged-bell caps and thumbless spring-ring clasp. After the Great Depression began in the United States in 1929, to keep her popular European-style costume jewelry affordable among fashionable ladies, Haskell began using less expensive imported handcrafted glass beads, which included Czech and German pressed glass. Initially when she opened her handmade ready-to-wear costume-jewelry business in 1926 in New York City's downtown McAlpin Hotel, she had used only the finest Parisian glass beads and findings like French couturiers including Coco Chanel who soon became her competition. which Haskell promoted with the French name of her first boutique Le Bijou de L'Heure.
If interested in assembling a suitable set of early Haskell-Hess pieces with similar aesthetics, please see our other listings for the aqua glass-and-enamel scalloped button clip earrings and the "peacock" coil arm-band bracelet with Parisian lampworked glass, faceted crystal, painted galalith beads, and cupped rose...
Category
1930s American Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, the jewel made in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver mounted with n...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Gold Ruby Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This stylish Gold Ruby Pendant with Diamonds is the perfect addition to your jewelry collection. The solid metal design is set with glittering diamonds that add a brilliant sparkle. ...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Gold Byzantine Round Flower Pendant with Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the delicate charm of our round gold pendant, where a gleaming gold daisy takes center stage, accentuated by a brilliant gem—a symbol of ele...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with.
Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Square Gold Pendant with Pink Sapphires and Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with our square gold pendant, featuring captivating round pink sapphires and delicate degradé granulations. Embrace the allure of this uniquely designed piece, whe...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
CHANEL Rhinestone 2020 Gold CC Camellia Pearl Chain Leather Choker Necklace
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Indulge in the allure of nostalgic glamour with the Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Choker, a statement piece that seamlessly marries the romance of yesteryear with the bold elegance of...
Category
1990s European Etruscan Revival Necklaces
Egyptian Revival Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Revival Yellow Gold Pendant
ABOUT THIS ITEM: P-DJ1030I This Egyptian Revival Yellow Gold Pendant Of King Tut is a stunning piece of jewe...
Category
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Byzantine Oval Gold Pendant with Oval Swiss Topaz and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with our grand oval gold pendant, intricately adorned with a stunning motif of trapezoids, each embraced by brilliant gemstones, culmi...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
1890 Etruscan Engraved Gold Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a splendid gold-filled locket from the Etruscan period that showcases intriguing and detailed engraving on both sides. Dainty and petite, the f...
Category
1890s Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled
Sterling Silver Black Obsidian Skull Pendant Charles Albert
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, sterling silver, hand-carved obsidian skull pendant is a creation of Charles Albert.
Measurements: 1 1/16 by 2 1/4 inches including bail
Bail will accommodate a chain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Gothic Revival Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Byzantine Rounded Cross Pendant with Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Enhance your allure with a gold cross pendant adorned with radiant round sapphires and intricate granulation details. This masterpiece is a testament to timeless beauty and unparalle...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold
Massive Hubert de Givenchy Bezel Set Jet Paste Collar, Bunny Mellon
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Massive and Extraordinary Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture Bezel Set Jet Paste Collar, necklace provenance of Bunny Mellon. Created by Roger Jean Pierre the large Egyptian revival styled collar composed of round and oval collet set and faceted paste jets. Hubert de Givenchy' s penchant for the dramatic oversized necklace...
Category
1960s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Roman Revival 1850 Papal States Pendant In 19Kt Yellow Gold Swan In Micro Mosaic
Located in Miami, FL
Roman revival grand tour pendant with Swan.
Beautiful historical piece created during the Victorian Grand Tour era, at the Papal States in Rome Italy back in the 1850. This unusual ...
Category
1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Agate, Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Round Pendant with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with this exquisite gold round pendant, adorned with a brilliant sapphire, glistening diamonds, and radiant gold accents. Experience the allure of timeless eleganc...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Pendant with pear Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This beautiful gold pendant features stunning pear-cut emerald, accented with round brilliant-cut diamonds for added sparkle. With its timeless design, this piece of jewelry is sure ...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Byzantine Cross Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Our unique gold cross pendant blooms with a captivating flower design, where heart-shaped petals cradle a single diamond each, all centered around a radiant ruby. A symbol of love an...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Early20thC ByzantineRedCrossPendant LampworkGlass Galalith SilverToggle Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Characteristic of the large chunky shapes including Byzantine-style crosses favored by French couturiers Gabriel "Coco" Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix for their cos...
Category
Early 20th Century French Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Gold, Silver, Copper
Carved Howlite Skull Pendant Sterling Silver Charles Albert
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous sterling silver pendant is a creation of Charles Albert.
It features a hand-carved howlite skull.
Measurements: 13/16 by 1 7/8 inches, in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Gothic Revival Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
19kt gold chain with Pearls and Turquoise
Located in New Orleans, LA
Heavy, spectacular gold Byzantine complex chain in 19.02 high kt gold interspersed with creamy white oval cultured pearls and turquoise nuggets.
The pearls have very faint blue/gold overtones and are a high luster. Pearls measure approximately 9mm x 8.65mm. Large turquoise nuggets vary in size with the largest measuring approximately 16.55mm x 15.50mm. The blue is an intense sky blue with black spiderweb veining. While the chain is of Portuguese manufacture the turquoise appears to be of high quality Arizona origin, it looks as if it could be Lander Blue...
Category
Mid-20th Century Portuguese Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Botswana agate, 14kt gold, old mine cut diamonds and tsavorite green garnets
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome triple strand necklace of fascinating patterns of brown and caramel colored Botswana agate. The agate tubular beads are alternately place smooth rondelles of green tsavorite...
Category
2010s American Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold
Extra Large Ruby and Emerald Etruscan Style Cross Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This incredible Etruscan style cross pendant is an absolute work of art. The subtly textured matte gold finish, paired with the vivid gemstones and intricate swirl design makes this ...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Metropolitan Museum of Art - Amethyst Scarab Pendant in Vermeil - U.S. - C.1976
Located in Chatham, CA
METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART - Egyptian revival carved amethyst scarab beetle pendant - the scarab gemstone (approx. 42.34 total carat weight - 27 mm. long x 22 mm. wide x 10 mm. deep)...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Vermeil
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, many intertwining flourishes characterize the design of this jewel made in 14 ka...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Topaz Crystal Water Drop Triangle Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find.
It is around 50 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery.
Material: Gold plated ...
Category
1980s German Holbeinesque Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Peacock Tassel Necklace Epaulettes - Hand sewn Luxury -- Pat# US9612090
Located in Hamburg, DE
Handmade with Patented technique this piece is made out of brass chains, emerald, Rudraksh and thread.This shoulder pieces can be worn 2 different ways. First way is like a necklace ...
Category
2010s Pakistani Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Cat’s Eye
Beaded Necklace with Diamond 24K Gold & SS by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Beaded Necklace with Diamond 24K Gold & SS by Kurtulan Jewellery 16-18" in length. This piece is made to order and will take approximately 4-6 weeks for delivery.
ABOUT KURTULAN JEWE...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Red Italian Victorian Gothic Style Necklace and Bracelet set Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
ANTIQUE GOTHIC STYLE - MADE IN ITALY
Vintage Necklace and Bracelet Set
Sterling Silver approx 150 Grams (oxidized silver) necklace weight.
Small Natural Amethyst & Peridot Stones
And...
Category
2010s Italian Gothic Revival Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Rudraksha Necklace- Rudraksha healing beads and Ruby- Hand sewn w/ Patented tech
Located in Hamburg, DE
Hand stitched using a patented technique. Rudraksha necklace takes long hours of meticulous and fine needle to create. This necklace not only looks good but also provides you with ca...
Category
20th Century Pakistani Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Ruby
18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design.
This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category
2010s Italian Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Square Turquoise Color Evil Eye Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Nothing is more luxurious than pure 24 karat gold! It has such a warm, sunshine reminiscent color that is further enhanced with the color of turquoise- people the world over have rev...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design.
This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category
2010s Italian Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Sapphire Pearl Necklace Bird Horse Deer Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse, deer and flower and leaf motifs. It is in th...
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Replica Blue Glass Bee Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Rare 24 karat yellow gold revered by discerning investors for its purity and warmth of color is used in combination with hammered silver to make up this square blue glass bee intagli...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
15.6ct Peridot Crest Pendant with Diamonds, 18K Yellow Gold, 1" Long
Located in Austin, TX
This wonderful vintage pendant presents a large oval peridot in a rich 18 karat gold crest-shaped frame with diamond accents. Peridot is the August birthstone. Mark a graduation, ann...
Category
Late 20th Century American Baroque Revival Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Victorian Egyptian Revival Nekhbet Necklace with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold two-sided French Victorian Egyptian Revival pendant necklace features the portrait of the goddess Nekhbet, surrounded by a lace-like halo of pearls and Rose Cut diamond...
Category
1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Silver Anubis Knotted Cross Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Diamond and silver cross pendant. Featuring knotted anubis style design with a total of 82 small round cut diamonds along surface weighing approximately 79cttw. Center of knot has an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Silver
18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design.
This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category
2010s Italian Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Egyptian Ruby Lavalier Dangle 24K Electroplated Necklace
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Add a touch of luxuriousness to your look with the Egyptian necklace. This ornate choker features an exquisite handmade design, delicately crafted using color to create a truly uniqu...
Category
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
22k Gold, Brass
Oval Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, blue Guilloche vitreous enamel, 1 Peridot, 3 Rubies, 2 Gold Star Paillons
About Victor Mayer
Sensual, exotic, urbane and confid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Renaissance Revival Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
England 1885 Neo Gothic Pendant With Griffin In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
A Victorian neo-gothic pendant with a Griffin.
Beautiful pendant created in England in the late 19th century, circa 1885. Designed with late Victorian neo-gothics motifs mixed with ...
Category
1880s English Gothic Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Lavender Jeweled Gem Colored Necklace 24K Electroplated
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Add a touch of luxuriousness to your look with the Egyptian necklace. This ornate choker features an exquisite handmade design, delicately crafted using color to create a truly uniq...
Category
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
24k Gold, Brass
Eastern Inspired Ruby & Emerald Beryl Leaf Motif Necklace Earrings Set
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
You can add your ensemble with this sophisticated Eastern-inspired ruby and emerald beryl leaf motif necklace and earring set. The unique Lavalier style necklace is exquisitely craft...
Category
Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Beryl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Sapphire Flower Leaf Crystal Pendant Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '.
Length: 36 cm. Extend chain: 5 cm. Pendant: 2.0*2.5 cm.
Weight: 14 g.
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Great for everyday wear. Come with v...
Category
1980s German Byzantine Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Egyptian Cleopatra, Jeweled Gem Necklace 24 Karat Yellow Gold Overlay
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Add a touch of luxuriousness to your look with the Cleopatra necklace. This ornate choker features an exquisite handmade design, delicately crafted using color to create a truly uni...
Category
20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Necklaces
Materials
Brass, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Granulated Emerald Sapphire and Ruby Cross
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Byzantine style cross Pendant enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features four Rubies, four Blue Sapphires, and an Emerald center with a tot...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant enhancer is handmade from 18 Karat yellow gold and finished with White Rhodium. It is microscopically decorated with granulation work - twisted wires...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...
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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