Necklaces
Late 20th Century Modernist Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s American Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Necklaces
Early 20th Century Unknown Native American Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Jade, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Si...
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Necklaces
Citrine, Enamel, Brass, Palladium, Gold-filled, 18k Gold, 10k Gold
1960s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Crystal, Gilt Metal
1760s Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Silver
1910s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Crystal
2010s Contemporary Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Native American Antique Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Early 2000s Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
1860s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
1930s American Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Turquoise, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Asian Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Necklaces
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
1990s Unknown Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Turquoise, Vermeil, Brass, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces
Platinum
1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century English Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces
14k Gold
19th Century American Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s American Vintage Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century English Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1820s Georgian Antique Necklaces
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces
2010s American Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Arts and Crafts Necklaces
Amethyst
1980s Vintage Necklaces
2010s Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
1980s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Gold Plate
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Necklaces
Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver
1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Brass
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 1...
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
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
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Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending
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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.