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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Romantic
19th Century Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Indian Bridal Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
One of Kind 19th Century Handmade 18K Yellow Gold Indian Bridal Necklace
Metal Purity: 18K Solid Gold
Metal Color: Yellow Gold
Gold Weight: 42.03g
Category
1980s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
23.06tcw AAA+ Investment Grade Colombia Emerald & Diamond Statement Necklace 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is an investment quality, vivid Muzo green Colombian emerald and diamond statement necklace. An extraordinary 3.85 carat, earth-mined emeral...
Category
2010s Colombian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mother Of Pearl & Blue Sapphire Sun Pendant In 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14KT:10.984g,D:1.05ct, Mop:13.86ct,Sapp:1.94ct, 48X25 MM
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco Coral Spades and Beads Necklace, Italy
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Art Deco 1930's coral necklace set with a coral cabochon stone round closure. This lovely necklace - originally from Italy - has a gorgeous design of many panels which are all of ...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gilt Metal
CARTIER Art-Deco Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Sterling With Onyx Appliques
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco geometric necklace designed by Cartier.
This is an art-deco geometric necklace created in France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in 1968-1970. The necklace has bee...
Category
1960s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Caduceus Snake Pendant Necklace Gold Medicine Doctor Hermes Peace Antique
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A WONDERFUL CADUCEUS PENDANT WITH ENTWINED SNAKES IN 10 KARAT YELLOW GOLD.
The caduceus is a symbol that features two snakes wrapped around...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Lapis Lazuli Beads Necklace 14 K White Gold Diamonds Spacers And Clasp
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Color Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli Round Beads Necklace strung with 14k White Gold and Diamonds spacers for a total of more than ...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Interlocked Linked Ribbed Omega Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Symmetric Oval Crystals Pendant Interlocked Linked Adjustable Ribbed Omega Modernist Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Maybe...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl & Diamond Platinum Graduated Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This exquisite platinum Art Deco necklace features a stunning strand of certified natural saltwater pearls, elegantly graduated to create a a perfect necklace for stacking your chain...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
90-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 2 Carats Each F-G-H Color VS Clarity A
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 90-carat diamond tennis necklace is a breathtaking creation of extraordinary craftsmanship and grandeur. Featuring 45 meticulously matched 2-carat diamonds, each stone is carefu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1925 Graduated Burmese Jadeite Jade Necklace Sautoir Platinum Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco graduated jadeite beads necklace.
Fabulous long necklace sautoir type, created during the Art Deco period, circa 1925. It is composed by multiples graduated spheres bead...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
A rare Galalith bead single row necklace , Louis Rousselet, France, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A rare graduated single row necklace by Louis Rousselet designed with high Art Deco Parisian style. Made with Galalith beads (a material akin to Bakelite, but French/Continental and ...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Asian Semi Precious Stone, Ceramic & Silver Beaded Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage Asian beaded necklace designed with a colorful mix of semi-precious stones, carved wood Buddhas, Chinese silver, ceramics, cinnabar and resin with the appearance of amber. T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Quartz, Turquoise, Silver
Carved Orange Coral & Diamond Antique Style 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Sensational necklace is stunning with a carved coral and diamonds in an Art Deco style. The teardrop shape coral is carved with floral motif hanging from the top part featured approx...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cushion Peach Pink Morganite & Diamond Lover Ring Pendant Earrings Rose Gold Set
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This gorgeous 14k rose gold jewelry set features center of cushion-cut morganite surrounded by a halo of tiny diamonds. An effortless upgrade to your accessary wardrobe. Wear them to...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond with Yellow Sapphire Brooch/Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond 1.28 carats with Yellow Sapphire 1.78 carats Brooch/Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
(chain not included)
Width: 3.2 cm
Length: 6.0 cm
Total Weight: 9.59 grams
...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1962 Swirl Circle Balls Charms Linked Gold Long Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1962 Swirl Twist Circle Round Balls Charms Pendant Linked Modernist Elegant Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Very light scratches...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ribbed Adjustable Omega Snake Choker Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Ribbed Adjustable Omega Snake Collar Choker Modernist Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeabl...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Art Deco Baguette Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold(1.3ct Total) Modern Elegance
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Step into a world of timeless sophistication with our Art Deco-Inspired Diamond Pendant, a luxurious celebration of vintage glamour and minimalist elegance. Expertly handcrafted in 1...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Honey Amber Graduated Faceted Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Art Deco honey amber bead necklace with natural inclusions, and a gold plated ring bolt clasp. The beautiful faceted beads are graduated wit...
Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Amber
Double Row Graduated Jade Necklace
Located in London, GB
A double row jade necklace, both strands graduating from the centre measuring 5mm to 10mm, a total of one hundred beads, to a 14ct white gold jade carved cl...
Category
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Oval Light Green Emerald Pendant Chunky Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Oval Light Green Emerald Pendant Bib Chunky Elegant Necklace, Gold Tone
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. A very beautiful necklace, signed at the back....
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...
South Sea Pearl with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 0.22 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
(chain not included)
Width: 1.5 cm
Length: 3.0 cm
"Since we first o...
Category
2010s Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 16 inches Ruby Beaded Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This elegant necklace features deep red beads, each polished to a glossy finish. The beads graduate in size, creating a harmonious flow. A spherical gold clasp adds a touch of sophis...
Category
19th Century Art Deco Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow & Neon Blue Vintage Glass Bauhaus 18K Gold-plated Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant's are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 22K gold. The beads were hand pressed between 1950s-1970s. No two are exactly alike. They are no longe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Important Miriam Haskell Massive Pale Emerald Bead and Crystal Collar/Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important Miriam Haskell Massive Pale Emerald Bead and Crystal Collar set with pave rose montee and faux pearl beaded and embroidered leaves with...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Art Deco 1930 Stations Long Chain Necklace In Platinum With 2.75 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco diamonds stations chained necklace sautoir.
A classic station long chain created in America during the art-deco period, back in the 1930. It was designed as a sautoir chain...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
GRADUATED 1930 Art Deco Carved Coral Beads Necklace Mount In 18Kt Yellow gold
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace with graduated carved corals beads.
This is a very rare art-deco necklace created around the 1930 with fifty-six graduated carved beads of natural coral. The lovely coral...
Category
1930s Japanese Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Lavender Jadeite Double Strand Necklace with 2 Carat Diamond Platinum Clasp
Located in Southport, CT
A one of a kind design featuring a single strand of Burmese Lavender Jade in the back with 2 different sizes of Lavender Jade in front. The focal points are vintage treasures that h...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Platinum
Art Deco Pansy Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace Pearl Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART DECO PENDANT WITH A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND BLUE ENAMEL PANSY FLOWER WITH A PEARL IN THE CENTER AND SET AS A FLOWER BUD. THE FLOWER IS SET IN AN ELEGANT GOLD SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART DECO DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 10 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ENAMEL FLOWER JEWELS...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold
GIA Certified 6.33 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified 6.33 carat natural Colombian Emerald and diamond pendant necklace in 18k white gold. Set with 1.11 carats in round brilliant cut white diamonds that engulfing a vivid g...
Category
2010s South American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Oval Shape Turquoise Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Turquoise pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut gemstone that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love and promises. It's an at...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Gucci Double G Heart-crystal Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Brossard, QC
A signature emblem of the House, the initials of its founder Guccio Gucci define this necklace, embellished with heart-shaped crystals. Adding a refined feel, sparkling crystals fram...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Brass
Art Deco style diamond pendant
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old Art Deco pendant made of 14-karat yellow gold and platinum.
Its central point is a brilliant-cut diamond weighing approx. 0.30 ct.
The pendant is additionally decorated with...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Natural Myanmar Lavender Tint Jade Donut Pendant in 14K Bicolor Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing the Cherry Blossom Lavender Jadeite Donut Pendant, as intricate and precious as nature itself. Each one-of-a-kind Type A Jadeite pendant is framed with luxurious 14kt sol...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Black Enamel Pendant Watch Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This unique and wonderful Cartier Paris Pendant-Watch necklace was manufactured ca. 1920 with the dial movement and case signed Cartier. The original guilloche dial has enamel roman numerals and fine enamel minute bars on the perimeter. The watch crystal is held within a fine gold ring...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Camille Faure School Limoges Orange and Yellow Enamel Geometric Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pendant necklace was hand-crafted by Limoges enamelist artist Mauricette Pinoteau. The rectangular silver plate frame is ornate with an enamel-on-copper cameo. The Art D...
Category
Early 2000s French Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Enamel
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire & Amethyst Necklace in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire & Amethyst Necklace in 18K Gold & Silver
Ruby - 166.70 Carats
Sapphires - 4 Carats
Purple Amethyst -5 Carats
The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Diamond Vintage Style Ribbon Floral Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A breathtaking ribbon and floral of bright white diamonds, together weighing approx. 2.50 carats, form the ultra-sparkling centerpiece of this strikingly stunning showstopper crafte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Theodor Fahrner Topaz and Enamel Marcasite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Theodore Fahrner Topaz and Enamel Marcasite Pendant from the 1920's. Art Deco design with central oval cut smokey topaz floating above a pierc...
Category
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Marcasite, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage 1920's Gold Beaded and rhinestone lariat necklace original flapper jewel
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This wonderfully designed 1920's yellow gold glass beaded lariat necklace, is a rare piece to behold.
Her woven beaded tube design is finished to each end with looped decorative tas...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
TUTTI FRUTTI 1950 Art-Deco Pendant Brooch In Platinum Diamonds & Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco Tutti-Frutti gemstones brooch.
This is a gorgeous vintage brooch, created in America during the late art deco period back in 1940-1950. The brooch has been designed as a...
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Locket Pendant Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Dog Clip Greek Key 29 In.
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ANTIQUE ART DECO FANCY LINK CHAIN NECKLACE IN STERLING SILVER WITH A MINIATURE DOG CLIP FOR HANGING YOUR FAVORITE LOCKET OR PENDANT AND STUNNING GREEK KEY MOTIF D...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Art-Deco Style Tennis Polki Diamond Necklace
Located in Jaipur, IN
Victorian Art-Deco Style Tennis Polki Diamond Necklace
This Victorian period art-deco style magnificent diamond Polki necklace is extraordinary...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1930's Coral and brass filigree necklace art deco coral jewellery
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This breathtaking 1930's necklace, on a brass snake chain base, is decorated to the centre with four botanical filigrée pendants with wired coral features. Finished with a matching p...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Brass
Art Deco Sterling Silver, Hematite And Marcasite Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This elegant lovely vintage art deco necklace is a semi precious stone of hematite set against sterling silver and marcasite. The hematite stone which is a mineral looks like moonsto...
Category
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Hematite, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Art Deco circa 1920 Tiffany & Co. Regent Street Platinum Diamond Pearl Necklace
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1920’s Art Deco Tiffany & Co platinum diamond and p...
Category
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Superb Art Deco 7.70 Ct Fire Opal Diamond Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This timeless treasure from the Art deco pendant with dedicated chain plus chain has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold, 1925/30 circa
It boasts an amazing pendant set with ...
Category
1920s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Pencil Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the late 1920s-1930s by Cartier Paris, this mechanical pencil pendant necklace is composed of 18K gold, enamel and rose-cut diamonds. The reeded telescoping cylinder with...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Briolette Cut Aquamarine Pendant, 40.00 carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This breathtaking Art Deco necklace showcases a magnificent 40.00-carat briolette cut aquamarine, exuding a striking clarity and oceanic hue. Suspended from an ornate chased platinum...
Category
20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco Jade Pearl Necklace and Two Bracelets Set 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY BEAUTIFUL ART DECO JADE AND PEARL NECKLACE AND TWO MATCHING BRACELET SET IN 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE STUNNING PIECES HAVE GORGEOUS JADE BEADS ALTERNATING WITH BEAUTI...
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Padparadscha Sapphire and Diamond Key Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
Indulge in the exquisite luxury of our classic diamond pendant, showcasing a breathtaking and one-of-a-kind orange-pink padparadscha sapphire. Expertly handcrafted with meticulous at...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Vivid Green Zambia Emerald Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
Indulge in the sheer beauty of this stunning natural, vivid green emerald pendant ethically sourced from Zambia. Expertly hand-crafted and designed by us, this one-of-a-kind pendant ...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Textured Glow Dots Curved Crescent Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Unisex Textured Glow Dots Curved Crescent Openwork Chain Modernist Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
Rare t...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Suzanne Belperron Aquamarine Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Suzanne Belperron aquamarine diamond necklace
French-cut aquamarine (21.7 x 18.8 x 12.5 mm) of approximately 35-40 carats, round-cut diamonds of approximately 2.5 carats, round- and rectangular-cut smaller aquamarines of approximately 5 carats, 18 karat white gold
Pendant size: width 1 inch, length 2.25 inches...
Category
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Rock Crystal Quartz Deco Filigree Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Art Deco 14K white gold pendant featuring a beautiful frosted and reverse carved rock crystal quartz panel. The crystal is accented, measuring 24mm x 19mm, with a small round diamond...
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Indian Gold and Emerald Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: Antique Indian Gold and Emerald Bead Necklace, Circa 1900
Description: A striking piece of Indian heritage, this antique necklace features 15 rich green emerald beads of rema...
Category
Early 1900s Indian Art Deco Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 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.