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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 17th Century
Coppola & Toppo Bib and Earring Suite , 1950s Italy
Located in New York, NY
Important suite by Coppola & Toppo, Italy. Varied tones of citrine and topaz are used in this signature crystal bib. Earclips are wired and tasselled in a similar coloration.
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1950s Vintage Necklaces
Napier Citrine Cabochon Retro Collar
By Napier
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Napier collar of faux citrines in foliate stations on gilt snake chain circa 1950.
Adjustable from 14-16". Stations are 1.25" deep.
Adjustable from 14-16". Stations are 1.25" deep.
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace from the 1950's. Super intricate construction with 2 necklaces attached to one clasp. One is high on neck and the other has a bow with self chai...
Category
1950s French Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Rousellet Pate de Verre Pearl and Rondelle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Louis Rousellet necklace of hand made graduated glass pearls with pave rhinestone rondels spacers. France 1950's. Beautiful quality and Exc...
Category
1950s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Miriam Haskell Faux Coral Filigree Suite
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell Faux Coral Filigree Suite with drop earrings from the 1950's. 2 strand beaded coral glass and filigree ball beads with pendant on hand sewn filigrees studded with crys...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal, Brass
Emerald Pate de Verre Suite
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Pate de Verre Suite with faux rubies and rondel pastes, 3 strands of graduated hand made French beads. Earrings have clip back fittings with long drops. Length: 16.5" to 19" ...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s Alexis Kirk Bakelite Beaded Necklace
By Alexis Kirk
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning colors on this vintage Bakelite Necklace. Amber colored Bakelite with black and cream beading mixed in. Oversized carved Bakelite be...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Cameo Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Brooch And Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
Antique brooch and pendant 14 karat yellow and white gold created entirely by hand with diamonds and in the center a beautiful engraved coral depicting a woman face.
Brooch total we...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a heart-shaped locket pendant suspending from a jump ring bale
Front and back of locket is engraved with a radial linear pattern
Centering a bezel set transitional cut di...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Yellow Topaz Garnet Rose Gold Silver Fly Shape Clasp Red Coral Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Unique red coral multi-strand necklace composed by five red coral rows, and rose gold and silver fly shape clasp that has movable wings all studded by little diamonds. It has two red...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Elaborate Louis Rousellet Jet Collar
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Louis Rousillet Jet Collar, woven with faceted jet beads with jet drops. 1950's France. 14.5", Width 1", Front 2", Excellent condition.
Category
1950s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Miriam Haskell Silver Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell classic double strand necklace of silver grey signature faux pearls. Excellent condition. 14" to 16.5"
Pearls 7mm to 9mm
Category
1950s Unknown Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Natural 10.10 Carat Apple Green Loose Peridot Included Clarity from Supat Valley
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Peridot
Weight : 10.10 Carats
Dimension: 12.8x12.7x8.4 Mm
Origin : Suppat Valley Pakistan
Clarity : Included
Certificate: On Demand
Color: Green
Treatment: Non
Shape...
Category
Early 17th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, 15k Gold, 14k Gold, 10k Gold
Black Agate Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Necklace in silver with black agate. It can be worn like you prefer ( one, two or three turns ).
This necklace was totally hanmdade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect ...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Agate
Vintage 14k Two-Tone Amethyst and Diamond Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage 1950s 14K Yellow and Rose Gold Amethyst and Diamond Necklace
Includes a written appraisal by a GIA Master Graduate Gemologist, valuing this stunning vintage necklace at $24...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Retro 14k Pearl Clam Pendant/Charm
Located in Narberth, PA
A charming and creative clam shell pendant/charm from the Retro (ca1950s) era! This wonderful sea-inspired piece has a fun and decorative design, an...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Plated Textured Knot Design Link Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful gold plated necklace with pairs of textured knot design links. The links finish with a shiny rectangle. Measuring length 46.2 cm / 18.1 inches by width 1.7 cm / .66 inch. ...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Cameo Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
A masterpiece of elegance and tradition, this pendant is crafted from 14K yellow gold and 800-millesimal silver, materials that blend harmoniously to enhance the charm of its classic...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Atocha Shipwreck 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi Mint Coin and Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Original Atocha shipwreck silver coin 8 Reale Grade 3 Potosi mint with the original certificate from Treasure Salvors Inc. Signed by Mel Fisher. Sold loose or can be mounted on custom pendant.
Grade 2-3 dictates that the coin was retrieved from the middle of the pack in the wreckage with less corrosion compared to Grade 3 or 4. Grade 1 coins are of the finest quality with minimal corrosion. The Potosi Mint signifies that the coin was minted in northern Peru, modern-day Bolivia.
An 8 Reales silver coin was approximately equivalent to one month’s pay for a sailor in the 1600’s.
Atocha Coin...
Category
Early 17th Century Peruvian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Silver
Miriam Haskell vintage long pearl Necklace 1950s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Exquisite and long 1950s Miriam Haskell necklace with different aux barock pearls. Round, oval flat and oval bordered with fine leaves and rhinestone accents. The necklace has a spr...
Category
1950s American Artist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Base Metal
Tiffany & Company Retro Two Tone Rose and Green Gold Swirl Form Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry presents:
A striking vintage Tiffany & Company link necklace crafted in 14k rose and green gold. The design features alternating spiral links, creating a harmon...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Austrian Crystal Aurora Garland Style Bib
Located in New York, NY
Austrian Crystal Aurora Garland style bib from the 1950's. Hand set vari color stones in blues, smoke, lilac and Aurora are used throughout in this dimen...
Category
1950s Austrian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Hermes Georges L'Enfant Equestrian 18k Gold Diamond Choker Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Hermes Georges L'Enfant Equestrian 18k Gold Diamond Choker Necklace. The chain has a beautiful braid like interlocking design for the chain that...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Coral, Turquoise, Multi-Strands Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Particular multi-strands necklace mounted with four rows of coral and turquoise and a silver clasp.
This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfe...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
Schreiner Rare Long Triangle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare Schreiner long tapered three sided triangular pendant necklace in blackened metal. Each triangle panel is composed of prong set signature long faceted pointy marquise stones in...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Vintage Langani Multi Strand White Beaded Necklace and Pair Of Clip On Earrings
By Langani
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful and collectable vintage white multi strand signed Langani necklace designed by Anna Lang of Germany has a clean, airy and great sculptural presence. Almost as if it is floating on the neck. It is perfect now for for all seasons and resort wear. White is always chic! This particular one has even more beads and strands than most. It has matching clip on beaded earrings...
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1950s German Modern Vintage Necklaces
Mid-Century Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This spectacular mid-century platinum necklace is a true masterpiece, showcasing 324 marquise, pear, and straight baguette diamonds with an approximate total weight of 48 carats, gra...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1950s 5.00 Carat Emerald and 22.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum featuring a center Emerald cut Emerald drop weighing approximately 5.00 carats with Baguette, Marquise, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total o...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Orange Corals, Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds, Blue sapphires, Gold/Silver Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing pendant/brooch in 9k rose gold and silver structure. This very particular pendant consists of a finely engraved elatius coral representing a sweet laying angel, surrounded by...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Fringe Necklace Circa 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Platinum fringe necklace, circa 1950s.
The Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Fringe Necklace, dating back to the 1950s, exemplifies the opulence and intricate craftsmanship characteristic of mid-20th century jewelry design. This period was marked by a resurgence of interest in elaborate adornments that not only showcased gemstones but also reflected the cultural and social dynamics of post-war society. The necklace's use of aquamarine—a stone traditionally associated with tranquility and clarity—paired with diamonds set in platinum, underscores its luxurious nature while simultaneously highlighting the aesthetic preferences of its time.
The design features a fringe style, which was particularly popular during this era. This motif allows for movement and fluidity in the piece, creating an eye-catching interplay of light as it catches reflections from both the aquamarine and diamond stones. Each aquamarine is typically cut to enhance its natural brilliance, while the diamonds serve to accentuate their color through contrast. The choice of platinum as a setting material is significant; known for its durability and resistance to tarnish, platinum not only provides a secure mount for these precious stones but also contributes to the overall elegance and longevity of the piece.
Moreover, this necklace can be contextualized within broader historical trends in jewelry-making during the 1950s. The post-war boom led to increased consumerism and an appetite for luxury goods among affluent classes. In this sense, pieces like this vintage fringe necklace...
Category
1950s Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
Kramer Rhinestone, Faux Pearl & Resin Collar Necklace Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautiful signed vintage Kramer mid century necklace made of many color rhinestones, faux pearl, and resin is a happy piece for the co...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Coral, Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Kt White Gold, 14 Kt White Gold and 9 Kt White Gold.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing necklace mounted with coral and onyx; Between of them, structures in 14 kt white gold and 9 kt white gold studded with diamonds. As clasp, a closure in 18 kt white gold.
This...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
Los Castillo Sterling Silver Amethyst Mexican Modernist Necklace Earrings Set
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hammered sterling silver necklace and earrings set with tumbled amethyst created by Los Castillo of Taxco, Mexico. Hinged ne...
Category
1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Pearls, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful necklace mounted with five strands of pearls alternated with little structures in silver studded with diamonds. As closure, a clasp in 14 kt rose gold and silver mounted wi...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1950s Robert Barre Carnelian Emerald Jewelry Suite
Located in New York, NY
We offer a beautiful one-of-a-kind 1950's jewelry suite by designer Robert Barre using rich amber-colored faceted carnelian beads with 18K gold caps of mo...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Emerald, 18k Gold
Mosell Vintage Faux Baroque Pearl, Rhinestone, Gilt Metal Bib Necklace
By Mosell
Located in North Miami, FL
This signed vintage Frederick Mosell 2 tier bib necklace is from the 1955-1960. It has a combination of periods of Egyptian Revival, Etruscan and Renaissance in design and execution....
Category
1950s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gilt Metal
Handcraft Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace and Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds in the central part surrounded by rubies.
The pendant will come with a rubber chain.
This pendant was total...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Onyx, Retrò Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Simple retrò necklace in silver mounted with onyx.
This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions.
Onyx 8.40 gr
Total Weight 12.10 g...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Silver
Vintage Artisan 14k Amber and Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 14k gold necklace has a sculptural feel, with a rhythm of repeating textures and shapes. The chunky tubular segments are richly ...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Louis Rousselet Bib Necklace, France 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Louis Rousselet draped bib necklace of faceted fuschia crystal beads, mixed with handmade mottled rose quartz pate de verre beads. Made in France. France 1950's. Excellent Co...
Category
1950s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage 50.00 Carat Amethyst and Four Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k white gold with an Amethyst weighing approximately 50.00 carats, surrounded by a halo of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 8.00 car...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Gilded Swirl Link Choker Necklace With Amber Bead Dangles By Napier, 1950s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 14" - 16" adjustable chain
- Links are 1.25" wide
- Gold plated hardware
- Amber-colored glass faceted ...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Baroque Pearls, Emeralds, Cameo, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò necklace mounted with baroque pearls and a clasp in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central cameo surrounded by emeralds and diamonds.
This necklace was tota...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Coral, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a flower od coral in the central part surrounded by a frame of diamonds and sapphires.
This pendant was totally ha...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Cameo, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Garnets, 9k Rose Gold & Silver Pearl Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Marvelous pearl necklace with a beautiful big pendant, realized with a central cameo surrounded by a crown of garnets and an external flowery crown in silver and blue sapphires.
Thi...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Mabé Pearls, Diamonds, Grey Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with mabé pearls and, between of them, structure studded with diamonds and, below, a grey pearl.
This necklace was total...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Important Moghul Pate de Verre Collar, Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Unusual Chanel leaf formed bib in the Moghul taste made with 2 tones of turquoise pate de verre. A darker shade lines the neckline while the persian turquo...
Category
1950s French Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Bronze
Coral, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fashion pendant in 18 kt yellow gold mounted with horn lucky charm of coral. The horn lucky charm is a typical symbol of the ancient Neapolitan culture.
The rubber chain with steel c...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unusual Chandelier Crystal Pendant by Accessocraft
By Accessocraft
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Chandelier Crystal Pendant by Accessocraft from the 1950's. Lucite crystals are mounted onto a silvered filigree set with crystal stones. N...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Rhodium
Retro Intertwined Amethysts Necklace, with Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires Clasp
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing intertwined multi-strand necklace realized with 5 strands of beautiful inttertwined amethysts stones. The necklace features a beautiful sphere-shaper clasp in 9k rose gold an...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Silver
Miriam Haskell Elaborate Baroque Pearl Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell pearl and rose montes four strand lariat, terminating in looped pearl tassle double clips. Circa 1950s.
Excellent condition
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1950s American Vintage Necklaces
"Silver", "Amethyst" and "Jet" Jeweled Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Dramatic amethyst and jet style, prong set oval cabochon necklace and earrings in silvertone metal. Earrings are unavaible.
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
c.1940s-1950s Abstract Sculpted Carved Wood Plastic Chain Necklace Bracelet Set
Located in Thiensville, WI
c.1940s-1950s Brown Red Plastic Abstract Sculpted (Carved Wood Look) Chain Necklace Bracelet Set
Circa: 1940s-1950s:
Style: Chain bracelet and necklace set
Color(s): Chain: shades of brown; links: red
Unmarked Material (feel of): Plastic
Additional Details / Inclusions: One of a kind 1940s-1950s brown and red chain necklace and bracelet set. Sculpted abstract-shaped brown plastic necklace...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Diamonds Aquamarine Cross 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
French Poured Glass Faux Jade Beads, Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
French Poured Glass Faux Jade Beads from the 1950's. Double strand with hand made mottled Gripoix glass beads and spacers in variegated jade tones with gilt filigree clasp. 17.5" s...
Category
1950s French Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Bronze, Gilt Metal
Cameo Coral Rose Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This pendant is a miniature work of art, crafted in 14-karat yellow gold and 800-millesimal silver, with a design rich in details that combines tradition and refinement. At the cente...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid Century Double Strand Pearls with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This elegant double strand pearl necklace is made of 170 7 mm cultured pearls of fine quality with a slightly rose luster and fitted with a diamond and 14k white gold clasp set with ...
Category
1950s American Modernist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany Necklaces on 1stDibs
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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