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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century
Victorian Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Prussian Eagle Antique Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of fancy link chain suspending a Prussian eagle pendant from white gold surmount
Stylized with a floating banner crown, curling tail, tongue, and fanning wings
Centering a...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1.10ct Diamond and Pearl Cluster Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Victorian necklace is crafted from 15 carat rose gold and held on a 14.5 inch chain. Three rub-over set old cut diamonds are set in a row, with the central diamond wei...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold
Antique 19th Century 20kt. yellow gold rose-cut diamond and opal cross pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 19th Century 20kt. yellow gold rose-cut diamond and opal cross pendant.
X-Ray has been tested positive for 20 kt. gold.
Dimensions -
Len...
Category
Late 19th Century European Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
1864 Nordic Eternity Knot Pendant Picture Locket solid 18K Yellow Gold/ 4gr
Located in SE
Antique Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Detailed hand - engravings of Eternity Knots in miniature proportions on both sides.
One sections with inner removable bezel insid...
Category
1860s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold-Filled Red Jasper Carved Intaglio Diana Pendant or Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian carved intaglio pendant or charm.
Comprising a red jasper cabochon set in a gold filled mounting.
The intaglio carving de...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jasper, Gold-filled
Victorian Book Chain Necklace Antique Dog Clip For Locket Or Pendant circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BOOK BELCHER CHAIN NECKLACE IN A BRAIDED MESH DESIGN WITH TWO FABULOUS BALES INCLUDING A LARGE DOG CLIP BALE ...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled
Victorian Turquoise and 15 Carat Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely pin holds 8 bright turquoise stones. The colour of the stones compliment the glossy 15 carat yellow gold perfectly.
Stone Diameter: 2mm
Pin Length: 39mm
Weight: 2.3g
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
19th century 20kt. yellow gold portrait miniature pendant of a young gentleman
Located in Braintree, GB
This is an antique portrait miniature from the early 19th century, crafted in 20kt. yellow gold, portraying a young gentleman.
Dating back t...
Category
1820s European Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and enamel egg with a cartoon face on both sides. The body of the egg is enameled in a beautiful...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian 15k Turquoise Heart Locket
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully detailed heart shaped locket featuring Classic Victorian motif with filagree in a buttery rich 15k yellow gold. This unique piece features a beautiful Turquoise cabochon ...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique Chinese Carved Natural Green Nephrite Jade Pendant Beaded Necklace 32"
Located in Richmond, CA
This late 19c carved green nephrite jade pendant and beads necklace, with a total length of 32 inches, makes a versatile and sophisticated accessory. The beads are strung together on...
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Silver
Antique 1890s Russian Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1890s 14 gold locket pendant in art novea designe centered with natural ruby stone and a rose cut diamond stone and a green...
Category
1890s Antique Necklaces
Georgian Hand Knitted 67.7 inches KT 9 Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb antique Georgian period chain is 1830 circa
Rare example of hand knitted work made by solid 9KT yellow gold threads, beautiful workmanship, very different from all others...
Category
1830s Italian Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Empire Wedding Necklace 18 K Yellow and Rose Gold Enamel Pensez a Moi
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare necklace was handcrafted out of 18 karat gold in 1810 ca. It was worn by a bride and the iconographic language is full of sentimental conotations. The central rectangular e...
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Diamond & Natural Pearl Lozenge Pendant Attributed to Giuliano ca. 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique natural pearl and diamond pendant attributed to Carlo Giuliano, circa 1880. The pendant is designed in a lozenge shape made up of alternating natural pearls and old mine c...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Vinaigrette 10 Carat Yellow Gold Perfume Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Try to go back in time to the Early Victorian era and imagine how many wonderful stories this spectacular piece has to tell.
Meticulously crafted in 10 carat yellow gold, this ornate vinaigrette locket...
Category
Mid-19th Century European Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 20.87 CTW Sapphire Diamond Enamel Silver 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring rectangular mixed-cut sapphires channel set in cross-formation
Weighing approximately 20.24 carats total - ranging in color
Transparent light grayish blue, light blue, and...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
One 18 karat yellow gold oval Victorian locket style pendant necklace with transparent glass and 18 karat yellow gold floral design, assembled to a handmade 18 karat yellow gold chai...
Category
1850s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Pearl Necklace Bow Motif Victorian 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold Turquoise and Pearl Bow Motif pendant and necklace chain. The pendant features a gorgeous long oval turquoise cabochon. The turquo...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Onyx & Banded Agate Victorian Fob Pendant 9k Carved Intaglio Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian
Date: 1870s - 1880s
Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold
Stone Information
Natural Onyx
Cut: Carved Intaglio
Color: Black
Size: 19.6mm x 19.7mm
Natural Banded Agate
Color:...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Antique St.Christophers Pendant by Charles Horner of Chester
Located in London, GB
Rare Antique St.Christophers Pendant by Charles Horner of Chester
with double bail - to attach to chain
Full British hallmarks
Circa late 1800s
diameter 19mm
Weight 2.17 grams
Category
Late 19th Century British Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Victorian 9ct Yellow Gold Oval Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our stunning Antique Victorian oval 9ct Yellow Gold Locket Necklace takes us back in time with its intricate engraved design. Handmade from...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Belle Époque Long Guard Chain Silver Muff Chain Chrysoprase Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant long guard chain is made was crerated towards the end of the 19th century. from long narrow oval links joined by smaller oval links. Ten pebbles made out of chrysoprase...
Category
1890s Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Locket in 15 Carat Gold, circa 1890
Located in Kendal, GB
A quality antique Victorian locket from the late 19th century featuring intricate chased patterning around the border with a previous owner’s ...
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold
14K Gold and Silver Belle Époque Antique Diamond Garland Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold and silver Belle Époque necklace features Old European Cut, Rose Cut, and Single Cut diamonds in a graceful garland motif. The garland alternates between round bezel se...
Category
1880s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
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
Victorian Emerald and Pearl Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful locket pendant dating back to the Victorian era. This romantic piece has been crafted into the shape of love heart with a single round faceted emerald set a...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Coral Padlock
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This one of a kind hand carved coral padlock features two cherub figures on each side of the lock. The gold findings on the padlock have been tested at 14k gold.
Category
19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian Ruby and Pearl Heart Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a romantic ruby and pearl set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a lit...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Ruby
Art Deco Antique Peruzzi Satyr Angels Renaissance Silver Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Necklace Length: 26″
Pendant Length:: 3.54″
Pendant Width: 2.41
Bin Code: A5 / P20
Transport yourself to the opulent world of Art Deco with this breathtaking antique Peruzzi Saty...
Category
Early 19th Century American Art Deco Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Victorian Egyptian Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a beaded multi-gem strand with scarab and bird motif stations
Comprised of turquoise, carnelian, and lapis lazuli barrel beads
Opaque light blue, medium blue, and transl...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
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
Poodle Dog King Charles Spaniel Coral Pendant Charm Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Victorian - Art Deco Hand Carved Poodle or King Charles Spaniel Dog Coral Pendant or Charm in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The head of the adorable dog is exqui...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
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
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Masonic Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Masonic Locket
15ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Beautifully decorated Victorian, oval locket. Features the Masonic compass & the letter G...
Category
Late 19th Century English Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Rock Crystal and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, rock crystal and 21 karat yellow gold pendant/ brooch; part of our antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 21k yellow gold.
The impressive oval frame is ornamented to the centre with an exceptional rock crystal panel, displaying finely detailed three leaves, accented with floral decoration.
This central convex panel is encompassed with a 21k yellow gold frame ornamented with rope twist decorated borders, in addition to an applied scalloped design accented with scrolling and ball motifs.
The reverse of the setting is fitted with a push fit glass panel, which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed.
This exceptional Victorian rock crystal pendant...
Category
1890s Unknown Antique Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, 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...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Antique 9ct Gold Back & Front Victorian Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Yellow Gold Back & Front Stamped
*The term gold front & back is often used to describe antique gold lockets which have a front back made from gold.
The go...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
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
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...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Late Victorian Lacloche Frères Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Book Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a gold book with a detailed curved spine and engraved bow garland motif covers
Opens on a hinge via latch closure to reveal four picture frames designed as pages
Frames ...
Category
1890s Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace and Brooch Star Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant or Brooch in a stunning star motif. The early oval locket pendant is...
Category
19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Diamond & Pearl Star Necklace Red Rock Crystal 15K Gold
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this striking antique Victorian red rock crystal cabochon pendant necklace made with 15ct solid gold in the Victorian era, c.1880. (Please note the photogra...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold
Antique von Aminoff 3 Intaglio Fob wax Seal Citrine solid 18K Gold / 8.7gr
Located in SE
18th - 19th-century fob pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold mount with 3 intaglio seals skillfully carved in solid natural Citrine stone.
One seal shows the coat of arms of the noble f...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold
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
Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Locket Pendant With Imperial Wreath
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning locket-pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche enamel. The repeating patterns of the enamel look like hundreds of sun rays shining on the egg, making the pendant very eye-catching. The case itself is meticulously adorned with an engraved foliage motif. The use of different materials also adds to the charm of the pendant: enamel makes the surface very silky, while gilt adds a matte texture. It is truly an enchanting piece of jewelry.
This exceptional Russian Silver Gilt Jewelry item is a highly sought-after collectible, especially for enthusiasts.
We assume that this is a 19th-century Faberge pendant...
Category
Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet pendant, large, Greek key
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian era Whitby Jet pendant.
This is a large teardrop shaped pendant with a mounted plaque of carved fleur-de-lis to the front and an integral jet bale.
It...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
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
Antique 9 Carat Yellow Gold Longuard Chain - Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 9k yellow gold longuard chain necklace; part of our diverse antique gold chain collections.
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique chain has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a 10ct gold clasp.
The antique longuard chain necklace consists of rounded links.
By virtue of its length, this Victorian chain in gold may be worn as a two strand or three strand necklace, either with or without a pendant via the swivel clasp; alternatively the chain may be wrapped multiple times around the wrist to be worn as a bracelet.
The chain is hallmarked to the clasp with the fineness mark for 10ct gold mark (10) and the maker's mark (M&M), in addition to being independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 10 and 9k gold.
Condition:
This impressive longuard chain necklace in yellow gold is excellent quality and a superior gauge of gold.
The chain is in excellent condition, with a clear hallmark to the clasp.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique gold jewelry...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k 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
Art Nouveau Enamel and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an Austrian, early Art Nouveau 14ct yellow gold natural pearl pendant. The highly decorated, iconic Art Nouveau frame has a floriated design, composed of beautifully enamelle...
Category
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Charm
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary. Signed Mazzoni. Stamped with the horse’s head mark...
Category
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet Pearl Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Flower Motif
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Austro-Hungarian Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace with a Garnet set chain in a flower and leaf motif. It is in t...
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Garnet, Silver
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 Pearl Drop and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and impressive antique pendant featuring 7 round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 3.50 carats and an impressive pearl drop in excess of 8mm. Pendants of this quality...
Category
Late 19th Century European Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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
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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