Necklaces
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
1990s Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces
1960s French Modern Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces
Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold P...
2010s Unknown Necklaces
Other, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1860s British George V Antique Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 15k Gold
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Necklaces
1980s French Vintage Necklaces
20th Century Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1850s Antique Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Victorian Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces
20th Century Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Modernist Necklaces
Silver Plate
1980s Austrian Modern Vintage Necklaces
1960s Modern Vintage Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Victorian Necklaces
Blue Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Silver
1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
1980s Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Necklaces
Late 20th Century Modern Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Art Deco Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver, Enamel
20th Century Unknown Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow 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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