Necklaces
20th Century Victorian Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Turkish Classical Greek Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Necklaces
Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
1970s Israeli Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Aluminum, Sterling S...
19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Necklaces
20th Century Russian Russian Revival Necklaces
Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s African Modern Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Platinum, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Brazilian Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modernist Necklaces
Crystal, Silver Plate
2010s Turkish Contemporary Necklaces
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Necklaces
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
20th Century Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1970s French Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
19th Century European Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Pearl, Spinel, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Necklaces
1990s French Modern Necklaces
20th Century French Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Mexican Art Deco Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Belle Époque Necklaces
White Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Greek Revival Vintage Necklaces
2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces
Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Crystal
1990s French Modernist Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k 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.
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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
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