Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
1970s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Garnet, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamo...
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger's Eye...
2010s Contemporary Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Vermeil
2010s European Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite,...
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Other, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Larimar, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
1910s English Edwardian Vintage Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Pla...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 1...
2010s British Modern Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
1970s Japanese Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater P...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Necklaces
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fres...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Tsavorite, Blue Sapphire, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 9k Gold...
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Spinel, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Crystal, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 1...
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, T...
15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Agate, Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Ye...
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodolite, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Multi-gemstone, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Si...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl
2010s American Contemporary Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Kyanite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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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A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal
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This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making
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Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.