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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Native American
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet mourning locket, AEI, hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian era mourning locket.
It is finely hand carved from inky black Whitby Jet, domed at the front with the engraved letters AEI which stand for Amity Eterni...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Victorian Coral Flower Pendant Brooch Hand Carved Circa 1880 Gold Rare Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Victorian Pendant Brooch Pin of hand carved Coral with a bouquet of flowers and leaves with a coral pendant drop wi...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral
Victorian 14K Gold Locket with Floral Pearl and Enamel Decoration
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1870’s or 1880’s, this 14k gold Victorian locket features a pearl quatrefoil flower element as its centerpiece. The floral adornment consists of 11 pearls delineated by a t...
Category
1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Diamond, Yellow and Rose Gold Pedant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This crescent pendant holds three old mine cut diamonds, the largest in the middle measures 45pts and the two either side measure 7pts each. The diamonds are set in yellow gold and t...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rose Gold
Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant.
The front of the locket is adorned with a meticulously crafted black enamel cross, a symbol of faith, hope and benediction. Surrounding the cross are nine white half-pearls which are probably natural.
One of the key highlights of this stunning piece is its remarkable condition. The black enamel, with its reserved and perfect antique finish, exhibits no signs of missing, or cracks, truly making it a rare find in such exceptional condition today. The pearls, with their enduring luster, create a captivating contrast against the warm golden hue of the 18K gold, adding softness and visual appeal to the locket.
The locket has a glass window that divides it into two compartments. The door opens and closes seamlessly, allowing you to cherish and protect precious memories within. Whether you are a collector of antique lockets or someone who appreciates wearing a piece of history close to the heart, this antique photo locket...
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19th Century French High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Whitby Jet Necklace with Padlock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
incredible whitby jet link chain with carved whitby jet padlock. this carved chain boasts approximately 24 inches of hand carved and light-weight links. Since each link is carved and...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Late Victorian Era Silver and Gold pentant with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Incredible luscious Emerald forward pendant. This piece dates back to the late victorian period and features a large round emerald at the center surrounded by 6 smaller square emeral...
Category
Late 18th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and two rose cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.00 carat, graded near-colorless, SI-I. Accented by one cream colored button pearl measuring 5.12 x 5.13mm and one cream-colored drop pearl measuring 4.50 x 5.27mm. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with royal blue guilloche enamel accents. Vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold chain included. Circa 1880. The pendant measures 1 ⅜ inches in length. Vintage Italian 18 karat gold chain...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
LB offers Vintage Mexican Inlaid Cross, with Turquoise, Venetian glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a one of a kind, handmade, Vintage, Mexican inlaid, Sterling Silver Cross Pendant on a string of vintage handmade Venetian glass beads. This colorful and fantastic piece, with the inclusion of Turquoise rounds and vintage cobalt blue glass...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Victorian Amethyst Etruscan Revival Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 10-14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE.
The exquisite necklace has a briolette faceted natural amethyst drop with a finely d...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k white gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose diamonds. 3.00ct - 45cm long
detailed description:
the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide....
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Onyx Mourning Locket, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique Victorian onyx mourning locket.
A smooth plain polished, rich inky black onyx locket with a glazed compartment to the reverse ...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian enamel and pearl cross pendant necklace. The front of the pendant features a pearl set cross with light blue en...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Heart Bird Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 13.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 3.50 ct.
Acid tested to be 8k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Nugget Necklace 19" Chain Drop Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian gold nugget necklace (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted with a 14 karat yellow gold chain and 22k to 24k natural gold nuggets.
The bold and distinct ...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Onyx Shield Double Sided Locket with Pearl Detail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderfully large carved onyx locket in the shape of a shield. The carved onyx is wrapped in luxe 14k gold detailing, including an ornate filagree bail affixing it to an 18in round l...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold
Victorian Pearl Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold pendant from the Victorian era. It has been crafted into the shape of a six pointed star and set with an array of dome...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Vulcanite Cross and chain necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and unusual antique Victorian Vulcanite Cross and chain necklace.
The necklace features large, chunky, fancy mariner style Links, interl...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 1.60 ct.
Totally lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel
Victorian French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Link 61 IN Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of oval-shaped links decorated with twisted wire motifs
Alternating in pattern with smaller plain oval links
Completed by antique fob clasp closure
Stamped with French ha...
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1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Native American Liquid Silver Beaded Ten-Strand Necklace 23 3/4" Sterling Silver
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Liquid Silver
Native American
Metal Content: Sterling Silver
Style: Beaded Ten-Strand
Fastening Type: Hook Clasp
Measurements
Length: 23 3/4"
Width: 9/32" (7.0mm)
Weigh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian 2.10 CTW Sapphire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Station Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm cable link chain with seven sapphire stations
Round cut and weighing approximately 2.10 carats total
Transparent medium blue in color - bezel set
Completed by ...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant with rose cut diamond 0.25ct set in silver
detailed description
The pendant is 2.5 cm high and 1.8 cm wide
Weight: 4.6 grams
Occupied with:
33 - (1.3 mm - 2.8 m...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Necklace Howell James Co 14k Gold Turquoise Case
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian rock crystal necklace (circa 1870s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Faceted rock crystal drops measure 23mm x 18mm (2) and 26mm x 21mm (1). Smal...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Giuliano Pearl Cherub Pendant Necklace
By Giuliano
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous antique pearl set necklace from the iconic, Carlo Giuliano. The pendant here has been crafted into a shape of an ascending cherub ...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Pendant
15ct Gold Stamped
Victorian Circa 1860
Beautiful Buckle Pendant Set with Fabulous Turquoise & Seed Pearls
Measures Approx ...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Native American Sterling Silver Zuni Shell Coral Cardinal Pendant with Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Pendant depicting a Cardinal Large in scale made up of Shell with inlaid Coral and Abalone. Cardinal sitting on a Tree Branch, Hallmarked on the back side. Large link neckla...
Category
1980s American Native American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace - 42 Inches. This beautiful necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold. This be...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Black Enamel Ornament Small Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a small Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1900. It features nice ornaments made of black enamel filled with gold.
Circa 1900
Weight: 1.74g
Size: 3.5x1.8c...
Category
Early 20th Century Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Antique 9k gold Dog watch key fob, Citrine, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
They say good things come in small packages and that is certainly the case with this magnificent piece.
This is an early Victorian watch key and fob in 9ct gold, not just any old ke...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Antique Pearl And Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond cross pendant circa 1890. This Latin style cross is set with natural saltwater half pearls with four small old cut diamonds embellishing the centre. The...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage Diamond, Glass Ruby Doublets and Green Glass Gold Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Exquisite Victorian-era Cross Brooch Pendant. Securely Hand set with 0.75tcw Old Mine cut Diamonds, Glass Ruby Doublets and Green glass. Intricately...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Rolled Gold Oval Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian pendant featuring large oval locket set in yellow rolled gold. The interior of the locket has a hinged glass window, with a beautiful ornate design. The pendant hangs from a new 9ct yellow gold chain.
Rolled gold is a hybrid metal consisting a thick layer of gold that is fused by heat to create one or both sides of a base metal of brass or copper. Usually rolled gold consists of 5% gold. This process was patented in England in 1817; it became popular in the 1920's and 1930's and was used in high quality vintage jewellery...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a breathtaking Victorian era garnet and diamond pendant. This remarkable piece showcases a magnificent large garnet cabochon in a rare t...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique pendant from the Victorian period. This piece has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into a circular domed shape and expertly gulloché enamelled in a...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Tassel Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Tassel Pendant
18ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Fabulous, Victorian era gold pendant. Almost shield shaped, with exceptional g...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Sunflower Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptionally crafted necklace from the Victorian era. The frame of this multi-layered antique pendant has been formed into the shape of a sunflower with a semi-round...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian sterling silver fox and horseshoe locket
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic antique Victorian era sterling silver fox and horseshoe locket.
I love finding original antique fox pieces and I know you do too! They ar...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 4 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.35 carat.
The diamond is has M color and s2 cleartiy.
Total lenght is chain 45 cm.
Please contact for any questi...
Category
Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
LB offers a handmade, one of a kind, Southwest style, sterling, necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a stunning, handmade, one of a kind, Sterling Silver and Bakelite pendant necklace. The Sterling Silver Bull and cowboy boot are mid 20th Century brooches that have joined ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Square Pendant Omega Choker Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Sparkling Square Pendant Omega Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to fin...
Category
1980s German High Victorian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. 1.00ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long
detailed description:
the length of the neckl...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian sterling silver medal pendant, Medallion, Agriculture
Located in NEWARK, GB
A wonderfully interesting piece here.
I truly love this piece it is so rich in history and Victorian design, there are two medals made from sterling silver, each with a beautifully engraved script to them.
One side reads United East Lothian Agricultural Society, 1897, won by Mr Ure, Abbey Mains.
The other side; Presented by D Riddell, Blackhall Paisley, For the best foal got by any of his horses.
The pair are mounted into this fantastic French silver mount with a dolphin bale.
This piece makes for a wonderful and interesting pendant that would look great hung from an antique silver long chain...
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous ruby and diamond heart pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from both 18ct yellow gold silver with each frame over...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Old Cut Diamond Enamel Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 50.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 5.25 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Totally lenght is necklace 46 cm.
Acid tested to be 1...
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Early 1900s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 9k gold and Opal magnifying glass pendant, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique 9ct gold opal set magnifying glass pendant.
It is a larger piece much larger than say a quizzing glass and is more the size of a traditional small magnifying glass...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French Chain Necklace c1890s
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 18k, France. This 62-inch-long antique French necklace features elegant handmade filigree elements. Stylishly versatile, it can be worn long, wrapped once, or layered w...
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1890s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Substantial Hand-Carved Carnelian Seal Pointer Dog Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself making it easier for the watch to be withdrawn from a pocket. The base of the fob would often have been used to seal the wax of a letter or note. The opposite of a cameo, an intaglio is created by carving below the surface to produce and image in relief with the purpose of pressing into sealing wax, often used in signet rings.
A fantastic figural fob...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant.
A wonderful twelve point star with smaller rays peeking out from between the larger points.
To the centre there is a superb old cut diamond with an estimated 0.40ct weight, this is surrounded by a mesmerising plethora of old cut and cushion cut diamonds giving this star the most alluring twinkle.
It is crafted in cool crisp sterling silver, this was common on Victorian diamond pieces as the fresh silver tone enhances the colour of the diamonds.
Stars were a very popular motif in Victorian jewellery and they still are today, they provided a symbol of guidance, light and wisdom.
This beautiful antique star pendant...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Popcorn Link Gold Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Gold Chain
9ct Yellow Gold
Beautiful Popcorn Link with Barrel Clasp
Weight Approx 8.3g
Length Approx 16 inches
Link Width Approx 3mm
All of our items are either An...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Turquoise Necklace Native American Indian Santo Domingo Pueblo Heishi
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT ANTIQUE SANTO DOMINGO NATIVE AMERICAN INDIAN TURQUOISE FOUR STRAND JACLA NECKLACE WITH FANTASTIC EARLY NATURAL T...
Category
20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise
Victorian Gunmetal Locket and Long Chain
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Gunmetal Locket and Long Chain from the late 19th Century. Original long chain interspersed with bar and bead sections. Original gunmetal hook and fittings. Large lo...
Category
1870s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Bennie Ration Native American Kachina Sterling Silver Figural Pendant Brooch
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This is a Navajo Native American 3D Sterling Silver & Azurmalachite Kachina Pendant. It has a fabulous appealing design and is imposing in size & presence. This Kachina is 4" inches tall and 1.54" width by .81" deep not including the pendant loop. This handcrafted piece was made by renown artisan Bennie Ration...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 18ct gold pearl and diamond necklace. The necklace features a circular face with a blue enamel background and a rose cut diamond set bouquet of flowers crafted in...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
GIA Certified 2.21 Carats Type IIa Faint Pink IF Heart Cut Diamond Ring Pendant
Located in PARIS, FR
We invite you to discover this majestic ring set with a 2.21 carats GIA certified heart cut Faint Pink diamond accented with colorless pear shape diamonds of 3,305 carats in total al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong High Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Gold & Garnet Victorian Collar Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Necklace
12ct Rose Gold
Circa 1850’s
Lovely, Georgian collar necklace. Set with pretty, flat cut garnets, set in rose gold...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold
Vintage 1986 Small English 9ct Gold Heart Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our vintage 1980s locket features an ornate engraving set in a heart design. The heart shaped locket opens to reveal two areas pictures could be placed. The locket hangs from a new 9...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Victorian Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold
Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a truly magnificent antique piece from the Victorian era. Firstly, an oval shaped sapphire possessing a highly desirable rich blue hue sits at the centre and is encompassed ...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire
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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