Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
1990s Necklaces
Crystal
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Contemporary Necklaces
1990s Mexican Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Vintage Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century French Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Japanese Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1990s American Modern Necklaces
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1970s Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold
1970s Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, White Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Art Deco Necklaces
Amber
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s American Artist Necklaces
Kyanite, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklaces
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Citrine, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Japanese Vintage Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century German Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Agate, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Necklaces
Aquamarine, Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Mixed Metal
20th Century French Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Contemporary Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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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7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe
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