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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Post-War
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.4 grams.
Totally is diamond 1 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is sapphire 1.10 ct.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Pl...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Enamel Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10 grams.
Totally lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1970s Turkish Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Necklace with Balls and Ribbed Spheres
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage 14 karat solid yellow gold necklace with ribbed spheres and oval shaped balls. The necklace features a double rope chain and it closes with a spring ring clasp.
The neckl...
Category
20th Century Dutch Retro Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
French 1970s Signed Augis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Medal Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Poitiers, FR
Medal in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
A lovely antique medal in matte gold, it depicts the profile of the haloed Virgin Mary at prayer. The back of this religious jewel...
Category
1970s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GRS Certified 108 Carat Carved Pastel Green Emerald Regal Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GRS Certified 108.04 Carat Minor to Moderate Oil Ural Origin Carved Emerald and Diamond Heavy Pendant Necklace. A vintage regal design with mid to late 20th century origins and a gol...
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.40 ct.
The diamond is has H color and s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Totally lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any qu...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 5 Carat Emerald & Diamond Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold.
This necklace features an emerald-cut emerald center stone, weighing 5 carats total. The emerald is paired with round-cut whi...
Category
20th Century North American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Collectible Natural 1.06 Carat Ruby Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your style with this exquisite 18k yellow gold pendant featuring a stunning 1.06 carat natural ruby in an elegant oval shape. The ruby boasts good color and saturation, radia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Coral Multi-String Layered Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This multi-string layered necklace is a handcrafted piece, composed of 18 karat yellow gold and decorated with coral beads. The design features multiple chains interlinked and cascad...
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Double Strand Cultured Pearl 30 inch Long 14k Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1970s Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace - Creamy Beige Golden Hue, 30-Inch Length, 14K Yellow Gold Clasp
Description:
Step back into the glamorous era of the 1970s with t...
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1960s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8K Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Lock Style Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 16.2 grams.
Rose Cut Diamond is totally about 0.80 carat.
Brilliant Cut Diamond is totally 0.35 carat.
Clarity is diamond G-H-I color and vs-s...
Category
1990s Turkish Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1960s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Stars Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
This antique vintage jewel features a large lapis lazuli bead studded with small gold stars. A large yellow gold ring forms the ...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Christopher Medal Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Medal in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
A round medal depicting Saint Christopher carrying the Infant Jesus on his shoulder, with a border decorated with faceted triangul...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Saint Christopher Medal Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Medal in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Round medal with 10 cut sides, depicting Saint Christopher and the Infant Jesus on matt gold, the border in smooth gold. The back ...
Category
20th Century French Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.7 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.50 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 37 cm.
Please contact for any qu...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Turquoise, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
White Gold Diamond Buddha Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Buddha Pendant. The pendant features a praying Buddha with round 1.5mm diamonds adorning the majority of the pendant...
Category
1980s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 38 grams.
Totally is diamond 4 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is necklace 52 m.
Please contact for any ques...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.31 ct.
The diamond is has H-I color vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is emerald 0.13 ct.
Totally ruby 0.41 ct.
Total len...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Chain and pendant set with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 1.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm
detailed description:
the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 0.7 mm w...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Graduating Genuine Red Coral Bead Strand Necklace Circa 1950s
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
A lovely vintage Coral necklace displaying dark red to medium red tones C1950s.
The necklace features 16 uniform beads at the front which then graduate to alternating large and sma...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Coral
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Flowers Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.1 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.85 ct.
The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any ...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
By Trio
Located in Miami, FL
With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond piece is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold.
Centered by a genuine cabochon oval channel...
Category
1970s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 35.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.80 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally is emerald 9 ct.
Total lenght is 44 cm.
Pleas...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Retro 1940's Pendant of Jesus and Mary
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Gold and Enamel Religious Medal of Jesus and Mary (#2077dbs)
An intricate religious medal in enamel and 10 kt Gold shows Mary holding baby Jesus painted on one side and Jesus o...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold
Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Turquoise, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Green Agate, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Marchak Paris Vintage Diamond Fancy Lariat Gold Necklace
By Marchak
Located in Miami, FL
From The House of Marchak with love. This masterpiece lariat necklace features a wide V-link design, masterfully crafted in solid 18K yellow gold from a well-known French maker March...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Amethysts, Pearls, Multi-Strands Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Star Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Carnelian, Turquoise, Onyx, Agate, Tourmaline, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Chaumet Vintage Necklace Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage necklace, signed by Chaumet, in 750 thousandths yellow gold (18 carats), choker model, semi-rigid, in fall, composed of a superposition of pointed patterns, embossed texture,...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9k yellow gold screw pendant, Mid century, Novelty
Located in NEWARK, GB
This fabulous novelty vintage 9ct gold screw pendant is truly a fantastic piece.
Small yet mighty, it is made from solid 9ct gold and is realistically modelled as a screw with an in...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Retro Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
IGI Certified Gold Necklace with Diamonds and Aquamarines
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This IGI Certified Gold Necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry that seamlessly combines luxury and sophistication. Crafted from 14kt yellow and white gold, this necklace boasts a ...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Retro Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral, White Stones, Rubies, Onyx, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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2010s Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Retro Spiga Design with Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in MADRID, ES
Elevate your style with this exquisite Retro Spiga design necklace crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, adorned with sparkling diamonds. This necklace exudes sophistication and charm, of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1980s 18K Yellow Gold Byzantine Graduated Woven Link Necklace 279.5 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
Compliment any outfit with an opulent look!
This Heavy 1980s vintage graduated byzantine design link makes this piece a rare piece to find!
Crafted in luxurious solid 18K yellow, ...
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1980s German Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
IGI Certified White Gold Diamonds and Rubies Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This IGI Certified White Gold Necklace is a stunning blend of vintage-inspired charm and contemporary elegance. Crafted from 18kt white gold, this necklace exudes luxury and sophisti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.5 grams.
Totally is main rose cut diamond 0.25 ct.
Totally is side brilliant cut diamond 0.70 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clar...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
1.00ct Violet Blue Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant in Two-Tone 9K Yellow & Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Centering an Oval Natural Tanzanite
of distinctive intense violet colour
& excellent clarity
set within 4 claws in complimenting yellow gold
Tanzanite is measuring 7mm x 5.5mm &...
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Early 2000s Australian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1.20ct Green Sapphire Vintage Pendant in 9K Rose & White Gold.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Set with 9 Oval Natural Greenish Blue Sapphires
of 1.20ct in total approx.
within rosy gold claw setting
within an illusion setting
crafted in 9K White & Rose Gold
Total item'...
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1970s Australian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Green Sapphire, White Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Enamel Decorated Shoes Style Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 11.2 grams.
Totally is about 0.40 ct natural diamond.
The diamond is has vs clarity and G color.
Total chain is lenght 50 cm.
Please contact f...
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1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro Gold 14.5 Carat Natural Diamond & Ruby Sapphire Emerald Cabochon Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Magnificent 14.50 Carat Natural Colorless Round Brilliant Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cabochon necklace set in 18k Yellow Gold.
The piece is set with 48 colorless Round B...
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1980s North American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Decorated Shoes Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.60 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Garnet & Citrine Padlock Lock Charm Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this delightful large gem set padlock charm pendant superbly made in 14k rosey-yellow gold.
From the mid-twentieth century, this padlock charm is ornat...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 13.2 grams.
Totally is diamond about 1 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any q...
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1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Diamonds Yellow Topaz Garnet Rose Gold Silver Fly Shape Clasp Red Coral Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Necklace 21K Gold 7.8 ctw 12natural Blue Red Green Sapphires Rubies/5.1g
Located in SE
Necklace in solid 21K Gold featuring 12 Green and Blue Sapphires mixed with pinky-red rubies.
All stones are oval-cut untreated naturals with visible flaws and inclusions/.
All sto...
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20th Century European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Ruby, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 22.9 grams.
Totally is diamond about 3.70 carat.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs-vvs clarity.
Totally lenght is chain 48 cm...
Acid tes...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Bee Stud Pearl Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage bee stud pearl diamond pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. Circa 2000.
The pendant is designed in yellow gold, and set to its thorax with a single round brilliant cut diamond...
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Early 2000s British Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multicolor Sapphires, Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Kt Rose Gold and White Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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2010s Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Strong Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 7.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 2 ct.
The diamond is has H-I color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Total lenght is 42 cm.
Please contact for any questions.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.90 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact fo...
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1990s Turkish Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Sapphire and Pearl Necklace 14 Karat White Gold, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A sapphire and pearl necklace 14 karat white gold, circa 1900.
This sweet and elegant necklace comprises of four beautifully sweeping scrolls festooned with royal blue round cut sap...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Twisted Chain Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
This long gold chain features a mesh of twisted gold wires and a spring-ring clasp.
Width : 4 mm approximately, length : 73,5 cm approximately.
Total weight of the jewel : 15,8 g approximately.
Authentic antique jewelry - Work from the 1960s.
Our opinion : A long, antique yellow gold necklace...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
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.
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