Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Rose...
Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold
2010s Colombian Artist Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Crystal, Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshw...
20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Fluorite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Mixed Metal
2010s Colombian Artist Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Crystal, Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshw...
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Retro Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
2010s Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Vermeil, Palladium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Necklaces
Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gem...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Citrine, Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Rhodolite, 14k Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Charoite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Mexican Native American Necklaces
Onyx, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Jasper, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Mexican Native American Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Jasper, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Agate, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sap...
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Druzy, Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Necklaces
Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary Necklaces
Chalcedony, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Necklaces
White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Orient...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
2010s Colombian Artist Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze, Stainless Steel
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces
Agate, Kyanite, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Contemporary Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Spinel, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Rock Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil, Gold
2010s American Romantic Necklaces
Labradorite, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...
2010s American Romantic Necklaces
Labradorite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces
Turquoise, Chrysophrase, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Romantic Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
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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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.