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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Renaissance
Fiammetta Gold Vermeil Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
The Fiammetta Gold Vermeil Necklace by Vintouch Jewels is part of the brand's Victoria collection, inspired by the breathtaking artistry of the Preraphael...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
Swiss Heart Pendant Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Swiss Heart Pendant in Yellow Gold with Diamonds is a breathtaking and meticulously crafted piece of jewelry that radiates charm and luxury. With a nod to Swiss precision and cra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980's Hammerman Brothers Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Frog Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This textured 1980's frog motif brooch pin is excellent for nature lovers,
Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold by Hammerman Brothers, topped by (11) round cut diamonds, pave set, wei...
Category
1980s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
9K Gold Turquoise Cross / Crucifix Vintage Pendant on Sterling Silver Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Add a vintage charm to your collection with this 9K yellow gold cross pendant,
set with 11 natural turquoises of gorgeous & distinctive sky blue colour
On a matching sterling silver...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Pendente Porta Fotografia in oro 18 Kt e Turchese
Located in Cattolica, IT
Un ciondolo porta fotografie vintage degli anni '60.
Questo ciondolo è in perfette condizioni, sia nella parte interna che nella parte esterna.
Al centro del cuore vi è un fiore composto da sette piccoli turchesi a taglio cabochon.
La parte interna del ciondolo ha due spazi per inserire due fotografie con fondo in tessuto e copertura in vetro così da proteggere il contenuto da eventuali infiltrazioni di polvere o altro.
E' possibile personalizzare questo gioiello con incisione a mano in qualsiasi carattere di scrittura.
Il ciondolo è realizzato in oro 18...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
French 1960s Limoges Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Retro oval pendant, it is bordered by a twist of yellow gold and holds in its center an enamel from Limoges representing a young...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Beautiful Vintage Natural Carnelian Oval Shaped Bead Necklace Dark Amber Colour
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
This vintage necklace features natural Carnelian, oval shaped beads. They vary in size from the front to the back and are individually knotted.
Each bead has been honed by hand a...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian
David Yurman 18 Karat Gold Cable Cross Pendant
By David Yurman
Located in Palm Desert, CA
David Yurman 18k yellow gold cross pendant with opening bail. Yurman's signature cable motif is present in this significant cross pendant. Centered on the back of the cross is the ha...
Category
1990s American Retro Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cultured Pearl Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Baltimore, MD
Cultured Pearl Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Metal: 14k yellow gold
Weight: 34.5 grams
Pearls: Cultured, 7.5-8mm creamy white color with high luster
Length: 17 inches
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Signed Denise Roberge 22k Gold Black Leather Pearl Toggle Clasp Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An original signed Denise Roberge 22k Yellow Gold necklace set with two White South Sea pearls, one is 13mm and the other is14mm in diameter. The luster is excellent. The necklace is...
Category
Early 2000s North American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 22k Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Snowflake Style Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.3 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.20 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamonds Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rock Crystal, Rose Gold and Silver Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Diamonds is a charming and timeless piece of jewelry that exudes a classic elegance. Craft...
Category
20th Century German Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnets, Hydrothermal Spinel, Diamonds, Pearl, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Sterling silver and enamel fob pendant, Darts league
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage sterling silver and enamel fob pendant.
It is a nicely shaped piece with an attractive blue and green enamelled design, the green enamel shield shaped centre d...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Retro Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
18k solid gold - XL 13 - large heavy good luck charm, vintage horse shoe pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this marvellous pendant depicting a "13". Many people regard the number 13 as an accident number, however it is also often regarded as a lucky number. Especially in Fran...
Category
Late 20th Century European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mario Buccellati Unique 18K Gold Triangle Satin Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Collectible Stunning vintage Mario Buccellati triangular link chain statement necklace forged in 18K Yellow gold.
From the world-renowned house of Mario Buccellati known for its uni...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage German Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage German Yellow Gold Heart Pendant with Diamonds is a charming and timeless piece of jewelry that exudes a classic elegance. Crafted in Germany, this pendant showcases a be...
Category
20th Century German Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant Italian Vintage Necklace, Curb Links, 44cm long.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Italian vintage necklace is a treasure to behold:
Crafted from 18K yellow gold,
it features a stunning cameo pendant,
that measures 18mm x 14mm &
stamped 750 to the reserve.
...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Retro 1940s 14K Gold Globe Shaped Locket Charm Pendant 18K Handmade 24” Chain
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Retro 1940s 14K Gold Globe Shaped Locket Charm Pendant 18K Handmade 24” Chain
Weight 37.3 gram
Condition New without tags, no scuff marks, no scratches, se...
Category
1940s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Choker Necklace with Flower Decoration 1950s
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage (1950s) 14 karat solid yellow gold choker necklace decorated with flower and ball - shaped charms. The necklace features a double rope chain that closes with a spring ring ...
Category
1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Gucci Necklace, Wood and 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1950
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite vintage Gucci necklace, a grand fusion of 18k yellow gold and iconic wood links crafted in their signature Gucci style. Measuring 21 inches on ...
Category
1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Alexa Gold Vermeil Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
There's major drive toward unexpected pieces and this 'Alexa' necklace by Vintouch Jewels is just right on target. It has a long links chain on one side and a strand of mismatched baroque freshwater pearls on the other. It's centered with a luminous coin. Each is handcrafted in the brand's studio so every piece is unique.
Materials
24 karat Yellow Gold Vermeil...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
Sterling Silver Skull Necklace & Bracelet set Articulated
Located in Wallkill, NY
This stunning necklace and bracelet set is a must-have for any lover of unique and edgy jewelry. Crafted from high-quality sterling silver, the set features an intricate, articulated skull design that is both striking and stylish. Perfect for adding a touch of rock and roll to any outfit, this set is sure to turn heads. It is ideal for collectors of decorative and unique pieces of jewelry, or for those who simply want to make a statement with their accessories. Don't miss your chance to own this one-of-a-kind set!
Wow, what a amazing sterling silver Necklace and Bracelet set...
Category
1970s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Mid Century 7.5 Mm Pearl Necklace With Floral Diamond Clasp
Located in Montgomery, AL
This vintage pearl necklace was crafted sometime during the Mid Century design period (1940-1960). The Mid Century or “Retro” design period was the golden age of cultured pearls. There might not be any other gem so absolutely iconic to the 1950’s and 60’s. Mid Century films like Rear Window (1954) featured Grace Kelly wearing exceptionally exquisite pearl strands in almost every scene. During the Mid Century period cultured pearls were more accessible and more desirable than ever before. This gorgeous strand features approximately 26 inches of 7.5 mm cream colored cultured pearls. 7.5 mm is a great mid sized pearl, sure to compliment any jewelry collection. Each pearl in the strand features a good luster and complexion. The 14K gold realistic floral bloom clasp features a large center pearl surrounded by 12 tiny sparkling diamonds. We love the clasp’s luxurious contrasting finish. The finish gives beautiful depth and dimension to the sculpted floral bloom. No detail was spared. The clasp features a hidden brooch...
Category
Mid-20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Vintage Alhambra Single Motif Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection: Vintage Alhambra
Style: Motif Pendant Necklace
Metal Type: White Gold
Metal Purity: 18k
Stone: RARE Turqouise
Pendant Size : Med...
Category
2010s French Retro Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold 12-stand Italian 1960's Choker Necklace, Ball & Curb Link Chains
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This magnificent 18K yellow gold retro Italian choker necklace
is a statement piece...
Featuring 12 strands of ball and curb link chains,
this necklace is a genuine eye-catcher!
...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Marcel Boucher Gilt Pave Emerald Drop Necklace and Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Marcel Boucher Gilt Pave Emerald Drop Necklace and Earrings from the 1950's. Lovely retro style design has matching clip earrings wit...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Italian Pate de Verre Seed Bead Chain
Located in New York, NY
Elegant, handmade Italian Pate de Verre Seed Bead Chain from the 1940's. Chain links of hand of crochet charcoal seed beads are spaced with orangey red glass beads. Engraved brass sp...
Category
1940s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Retro 60's Aquamarine Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Berkeley, CA
The aquamarine 5.5ct TW in this necklace has a brilliant blue color and clarity that is unusual to find in such a large stone. The color is accentuated by the 23 diamonds TW of 0.2ct...
Category
1960s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Sterling Silver Bead Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver beaded necklace.
In sterling silver.
Comprised of 63 8mm sterling silver beads.
Marked to the clasp for 925 / Italy.
Simply a wo...
Category
20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Camel Charm Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, weevil halmark.
This vintage pendant depicts a saddled camel with a finely chiseled coat.
Pendant sold alone without its presentation chain.
Height :...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Three-Row Cultured Pearl Necklace with Garnet and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in London, GB
Pearls, a symbol of loyalty and purity, are expertly intertwined with the rich and royal hue of 18 carat yellow gold in this breathtaking piece.
This charming beaded necklace featur...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Charm of a Raft or Sailboat
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage charm.
In 14k yellow gold.
In the form of a raft or sailboat.
Simply a wonderful charm!
Date:
20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, ...
Category
20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Amethyst Smiling Buddha Belly Pendant Necklace 27 Inch Amethyst Beads
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique carved Amethyst Smiling Fat Buddha Pendant on a magnificent necklace of natural Amethyst Beads of 27 inches in leng...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst
French 1960s Garnet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold pendant, eagle head hallmark.
An oval-shaped antique pendant with a small hinge on the back to accommodate a keepsake. The back is smooth and the fron...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 8k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.85 carat.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Totally is emerald totally 0.50 carat.
T...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Coral Flower Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Hand Carved Coral Flower Bouquet
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique salmon colored Coral and Pearl Necklace with a beautiful hand carved Coral pendant in the form of a flower bouquet with flowers, buds and leaves. The neck...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold, 3.20 Carat Emerald & Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted from elegant 14K white gold, this pendant showcases a captivating 2.00-carat round-cut emerald, securely nestled in a prong setting. Encircling the emerald are dazzling diamo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
14k White Gold Diamond Fringed Necklace
Located in Southport, CT
14k white gold necklace. This gorgeous necklace contains alternating oval and round links, milgrain edged and set with round faceted diamonds. The center of the necklace is decorated...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Sapphire Heart Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
This pendant has three hearts in one. Within the outer gold heart is a ruby heart centered with a pearl. It reverses to a sapphire heart with pearl. The outer heart measures 1" tall ...
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1950s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Tubogas Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Lifetime Collection Antique Charm (Bracelet) Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An incredible lifetime collection of antique charms fashioned as a necklace.
Comprised of over 90 charms suspended from interlinked antique gold-filled watch chains.
This necklace ...
Category
20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Rock Crystal, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Garnets, Multi-Strands Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver
Vintage 11.80cts Diamond Riviera Platinum Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Simply Stated.......Stunning!
This Vintage Diamond Necklace was inspired by a Riviera design and crafted in Platinum.
Tapering from 4.5mm to 2.5, this necklace features beautiful...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Boreas Mismatched Pearl And Cameo Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Our founder Alessandro Ricevuto's love for jewelry stems from childhood as he's grown up in a family of jewelers. This beautiful Boreas cameo necklace is handmade in Italy with an ar...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
The Lion Gold Vermeil Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Founder of Vintouch Alessandro Ricevuto is extremely dedicated to ensure each of the brand's pieces is realized by only using the highest quality raw materials and centuries-old manufacturing techniques that have been passed down from father to son in the town of Torre del Greco, one of Italy's four famous jewelry districts. This 18 karat gold vermeil necklace is strung with an antique Venetian coin...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
14k Wavy Link Necklace With Diamonds And A Drop Ruby Cluster
Located in Southport, CT
14k white gold necklace. This lovely necklace contains matte finished, wavy links, set near the center with flower clusters of round faceted diamonds, prong set. Dropping from the ce...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby
Vintage 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pretty Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.30 ct.
The diamond is has H color and s1-s2 clarity.
Totally is lenght is 42 ct.
Please con...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Zircon Necklace Gold Antique Retro Dangle Drop Necklace Bridgerton Downton Abbey
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Retro Zircon Necklace with seven gorgeous round and oval faceted natural Zircon gems of great beauty in 10 Karat Gold.
The anti...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Gold, 10k Gold
Vintage Circa 1970s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Car Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.7 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.12 carat.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Acid tested to be 14k real gold.
Please contact ...
Category
1970s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Retro Period Cartier Snake Link Choker Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This particular American Cartier necklace is truly an expressive "Iconic Style" from the Retro Period. The snake link is bombe on the front and on the back, which gives a more substa...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Crucifix in 835 Silver, Gold Plated with Enamel and Garnet Decoration
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Generally speaking the stamp 835 imprinted on silver is the code for silver items produced in the countries of Belgium, Austria, the Netherlands, Germany and Portugal and it's the old silver mark. This type of silver was used between end of 19th century and begining of 20th century to mint coins, create silverware and jewelry. This ancient crucifix has a Renaissance style and it's gold-plated. The term crucifix refers to a cross with Jesus on it. The beauty of this pendant lies in the amazing relief work done on the front and in the enamel finish. The four ends of the crucifix are decorated with cabochon-cut garnets. This antique crucifix...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Renaissance Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Vintage Tiffany & Co 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Mesh Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage Tiffany & Co 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Mesh Necklace, circa 1980.
The necklace comprises of finely woven mesh gold which lies beautifully...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This Italian 18 karat yellow gold pendant is a true embodiment of craftsmanship and elegance. Meticulously crafted in the renowned Italian tradition of jewelry making, it reflects th...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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