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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1990s
Handcrafted Rose Gold Necklace with Drop Pendant of Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1990s Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 1950s Napier Art Deco Bakelite Beaded Pendant Necklace
By Napier
Located in Maywood, NJ
Lustrous Lucite beads meet a striking Bakelite pendant in this signed, Art-Deco Napier Co necklace. A true statement piece, born in the late 1950s, it is sure to dazzle decades later...
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
1950s Robert Levy 'Originals by Robert' Hand-Blown Glass & Black Spinel Necklace
By Original by Robert
Located in Maywood, NJ
Hand-blown glass cobalt beads and black spinel beads are hand strung in this statement piece from the Early 1950s.
The history of the brand “Original by Robert” dates back to 1942. ...
Category
1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Spinel, Black Spinel
DOLCE & GABBANA Vintage Emerald Green Crystals Floral Interlock Belt Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
DOLCE & GABBANA Vintage Emerald Green Crystals Floral Interlock Belt Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Can be used as a long necklace.
A very beautiful...
Category
1990s German Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Jean Paul Gaultier Rare Steampunk Necklace with Resin Cameo Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jean Paul Gaultier Paris designed this stunning pendant necklace in the 1990s for his Steampunk collection. The design features a silvered metal chain with a lobster closing clasp, ornate with a transparent and black multi-layer teardrop pendant. The medallion has a Roman-inspired gilded metal cameo embedded in the material. The piece is signed at the back with a Gaultier metal tag.
The necklace is in good condition, with a tiny air bubble trapped in the material on the right lower edge of the pendant.
Measurements: The necklace's total length is 18.94 in (48 cm) - the drop is 11 in long (28 cm) - The pendant is 0.88 in wide x 1.13 in high (2.2 x 2.9 cm).
Note: Steampunk fashion is a subgenre of the steampunk movement in science fiction. It is a mixture of the Victorian era's romantic view of science in literature and elements from the Industrial Revolution in Europe during the 1800s. The fashion is designed with a post-apocalyptic era in mind. Steampunk fashion encompasses clothing, hairstyling, jewelry, body modification, and make-up.
In 2010, steampunk style entered the high-end fashion market as designer John Galliano brought elements from the trend to his spring haute couture show for Christian Dior. Another designer associated with the steampunk style is Jean Paul Gaultier, who, from the 1990s, integrated elements of this current into his fashion and jewelry collections. In particular, he frequently uses corsets...
Category
1990s French Modern Necklaces
CHANEL CROSS NECKLACE wine red + orange Gripoix glass, faux pearl, signed 93 P
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Chanel necklace with an attached cross in the colors orange and red with handcrafted pearl, hanging from the original 70 cm long chain. Signed on the back side 93 CC P - Printemps ...
Category
1990s French Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
Other, Gold Plate
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Scroll Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Scroll Pendant Necklace
Metal: 18K Yellow Gold
Weight: 5.70 grams
Chain: 16"
Pendant: 16mm wide x 11mm high
Conditi...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, the jewel made in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver mounted with n...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Capri 122.50 carats Diamond Scarf Knot 18K Statement Necklace
By Capri
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning CAPRI Scarf Knot Design Statement Necklace made in solid 18K Yellow gold adorned with Prong set natural diamonds.
There are over 837 natural diamo...
Category
1990s Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage David Yurman 14k Gold and Silver ‘Albion’ Peridot Pendant and Earrings
By David Yurman
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A stylish designer set by David Yurmna, New York comprising of a 14k gold and silver large peridot set pendant and earring suite circa 1990. The two tone pendant and earrings make fo...
Category
1990s American Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Peridot, 14k Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. Vintage 14k Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Tiffany & Co.
CIRCA: 1950s
MATERIALS: 14k Gold
WEIGHT: 81.1 grams
MEASUREMENTS: 30 1/2” x 5/16"
HALLMARKS: Tiffany, 14K
A gorgeous Tiffany & Co. vintage oval link chai...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Grande Ciondolo-spilla floreale in platino e brillanti 10 ct
Located in Palermo, IT
Spilla e ciondolo finemente lavorata a mano. Pezzo unico di manifattura artigianale con brillanti calibrati che seguono il design dell'orafo Jacoangeli. Il gioiello vintage...
Category
1950s European Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Christian Dior Gold Metal Small CD Logo Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior gold metal chain necklace with small round CD logo pendant. Lobster closure. Small CD charm at the end of the necklace. Chain length: about 16 inches - 40.6 cm...
Category
1990s German Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Vintage Cartier 'Gentiane' Oval Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier ‘Gentiane’ oval link necklace set in 18k yellow gold.
Form the discontinued 1990’s ‘Gentiane’ collection, the necklace is composed of a 60 individual pointed oval ...
Category
1990s Modern Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, many intertwining flourishes characterize the design of this jewel made in part ...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Mid Century Gold and Pearl Bowler Charm
Located in New York, NY
Charming Mid Century Gold and Pearl Bowler Charm of cast 14k gold elements and cultured pearls. Beautiful detailing and construction, 1950's USA. 1" x .75".
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-Century 1950s Woven Gold Ribbon Knot Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century 1950s flexible gold necklace of tapering, basket-weave design, centered by a knotted ribbon bow, in 18k with figure-8 safety. Stamped WP.
* Includes letter of authent...
Category
1950s Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Colorful Enamel 18K Gold Pendant Necklace, 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A unique 18K Gold Pendant Necklace takes its inspiration from the great Art Nouveau designs with a twist of Asian influence. Incorporating Pearls, Diamonds, fine colored Enamel.
18...
Category
1990s Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Enamel
J. Birnbach Antique Flower and Branch Motif Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This 1950s pendant from the J. Birnbach vault is a glamourous, timeless piece. The asymmetrical vine design contains a variety of diamond cuts: two large triangle shape diamonds (1.2...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Disney Mickey Mouse Charm, 14K Yellow Gold, Length .75 Inches, Small Gold Charm
By Walt Disney
Located in McLeansville, NC
This charm is not only a delightful addition to a charm bracelet but can also be worn as a pendant on a chain or added to a charm necklace for a whimsical touch. Its versatile size a...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Perichon Bronze Necklace with Black Jet and Topaz Glass Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a stunning Henry Perichon (aka Henry), Medieval revival gilded bronze pendant necklace. The bronze metal pendant with antique Middle-Age design influences is ornated with faceted French black jet glass cabochons, orange topaz, and yellow citrine crystal rhinestones. Heavy gilded bronze worked chain. The pendant is engraved "Henry Paris" on the back, and the choker has a lobster closing clasp.
The necklace is in good condition, with wear on gilded bronze due to regular use.
Measurements: The necklace's total length is 17.75 in (45 cm) - the drop is 10.25 in long (26 cm) - The pendant is 3 in wide (7.6 cm) x 2.63 in high (6.7 cm).
Note: Henri Perichon (1910 - 1970), known as "Henry," is one of the most inventive French jewelry designers of the 20th Century. His studio was in Lyon, working on a medium such as bronze, silver, white metal, or resin (Talosel). His style is hard to define, reflecting many influences, including Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Art Deco. Many famous actresses from the 1950s and 1960s, like Claudette Colbert, Suzanne Flon, Michele Morgan...
Category
1950s French Medieval Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Bronze
Charming Mid Century Gold and Pearl Baseball Charm
Located in New York, NY
Charming Mid Century Gold and Pearl Baseball Charm of cast 14k gold elements and cultured pearls. Beautiful detailing and construction, 1950's USA. 1" x...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
1990s 18k Yellow Gold Orange Enamel Fish Pendant Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
From the Eiseman Estate Jewelry Collection, circa 1990s, 18 karat yellow gold necklace featuring a removable orange enamel fish. This fish can also be worn as a brooch. This necklace...
Category
1990s Modern Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
J. Kennedy Cylettes Diamond Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold J. Kennedy design Cylettes pendant set with eleven (11) blue and green cylindrical shaped onyx stones and one (1) round brilliant cut diamond, approximately ...
Category
1990s Contemporary Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold Byzantine Tapered Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Gold Byzantine Tapered Necklace with hollow links. The width of the necklace tapers from 7.5mm - 10.5mm. Stamped on the back of the clasp is ITALY and 14K. The total gold we...
Category
1990s Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage silver necklace made by Swedish Master Anna Hultberg in 1998
Located in Stockholm, SE
This necklace was called "summer flower" by its creator Anna Hultberg. The design is tight and makes you think of jewelry worn by the Egyptians in the old days.
The simplicity of the...
Category
1990s Swedish Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Etienne Perret Diamond Gold Ball Necklace on Long Chain
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gold ball with diamonds all around made by Maine jeweler, Etienne Perret. The ball is 18 karat gold and measures half an inch in diameter. It is on a 34...
Category
1990s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Cord Snake Fox Tail Link Chain, 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
18K White Gold Chain Cord Snake or Fox Tail Link. Created in 1990, it is still modern and only gains in value.
Beautiful snake-like 18K White Gold chain. Almost 17 inches (43 cm) i...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Matte Gold and Carnelian Pate de Verre Necklace, Varga
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Matte Gold and Carnelian Pate de Verre Necklace by Varga from the 1990's. Matte Gold pendants with a Pre Columbian feel are spaced with pate...
Category
1990s American Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Christian Dior 3 Chain Rows Necklace in Gold-Plated Metal
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - 3 chain rows necklace in gold-plated metal.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length of the shorter row: 37 cm to 41 cm
Seller Reference: BC194
Category
1990s French Necklaces
ELIZABETH GAGE Pearl, Coral, Coin and Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, ancient coin, coral and pearl necklace, Elizabeth Gage, circa 1994. Fashioned as a chain of elongated ovals with deep scrolling ...
Category
1990s American Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Vintage Make Up Charm Beaded Pearl Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chanel Vintage Make Up Charm Beaded Pearl Chain Necklace in excellent condition. Beaded pearls with chain links between and adorable acrylic beauty cha...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Illusion Ruby and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace14k White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Illusion Ruby 1.37ct and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold.
18" Length
5 Grams
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
Asch Grossbardt Onyx, Mother of Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
Geometric design pendant necklace by Asch Grossbardt with the use of varied inlaid stones for which they are known. The pendant has mother of pearl and black onyx. The bail is set wi...
Category
1990s American Modern Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold
14K Gold & Platinum 1.56ctw Diamond Bow Ribbon Round Pendant w/ 18" Curb Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
(44) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant & Single Cut - Pave & Prong Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 1.26ctw (approx.)
(3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguett...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
18K Diamond Donut Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant 18K Diamond Donut Necklace from the 1990's. Matte gold donut set with 6 sparkling diamonds on a Yurman style ribbed gold chain with unusual 14k hear...
Category
1990s American Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-Century 21.17 CTW Carved Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy bar link chain suspending a pendant centering a carved emerald cabochon
Weighing approximately 20.18 carats total - translucent light to dark green in color
Carv...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Coral Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace made by skilled Neapolitan goldsmiths that recalls the charm of the Baroque era, the jewel made in 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver mounted with n...
Category
1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Chanel Necklace in Gold Metal Chain and Pearly Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Short necklace made of a gold metal chain and a row of pearly pearls. Collection 2cc7 - Cruise 1991/92. To note, the pearls have marks.
Additional informat...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Vintage CHANEL Heart Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Chanel golden heart necklace from 1995!
Condition: very good
Made in France
Materials: metal
Color: gold
Dimensions: heart: 4x4cm, chain: 60cm
Hardware : golden metal
Yea...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Chanel Golden Metal and Wood Short Necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Golden metal and wood short necklace. 2cc8 Collection.
Additional Information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 27 cm - Opening: 7 cm
Sell...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Vintage Necklace in Dark Gold Metal and Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Antique necklace in dark gold metal, glass beads and pearls.
Additional information:
Condition: Good condition
Dimensions: Length : 65 cm
Seller Reference: BC93
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Cameo, Emerald, Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY:
No additional costs will be added to this order.
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage silver necklace with circular Labradorit made 1998.
Located in Stockholm, SE
A modern necklace even if its made in 1998. This necklace has a little of the 70s in it as well as a lot of RocknRoll. The artist, Swedish Gunilla Lantz, has clearly been influenced by the Viking Era when she made this design. You can find jewelry very similar to this...
Category
1990s Swedish Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Pendant White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Panther Diamond Pendant Necklace by Cartier.
Part of the Panthere Collection.
With Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clar...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
CHANEL Rhinestone 2020 Gold CC Camellia Pearl Chain Leather Choker Necklace
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Indulge in the allure of nostalgic glamour with the Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Choker, a statement piece that seamlessly marries the romance of yesteryear with the bold elegance of...
Category
1990s European Etruscan Revival Necklaces
Classic White 12-17 MM South Sea Cultured Pearl & 20 Ct Diamond Necklace, 17"
Located in New York, NY
This Listing is for Necklace only
Emulating a wreath of delicate flowers, this South sea pearl necklace features the opulent White South Sea cultured pearl. Each pearl is alternating...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Trifari Vintage Sapphire Turquoise Blue Choker Necklace and Clip on Earring Set
By Trifari
Located in North Miami, FL
This beautifully made vintage costume jewelry set by Trifari is mid century modern. It is a choker necklace with matching clip on earrings. It is a luscious peacock sapphire...
Category
1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Chanel Necklace with Golden Metal Fastener and Costume Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Necklace with a golden metal fastener and costume pearls assembled with knots.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 5...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
Ruby and Sapphire Heart Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
This pendant has three hearts in one. Within the outer gold heart is a ruby heart centered with a pearl. It reverses to a sapphire heart with pearl. The outer heart measures 1" tall ...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold
1990s Yves Saint Laurent YSL Logo-Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
1990s Yves Saint Laurent gold-tone logo-pendant chain necklace featuring a hexagonal logo pendant, rhinestone embellishment, a delicate chain with ...
Category
1990s French Necklaces
18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic and fashionable gold necklace showcasing 19.5 inches of 18 karat gold links. Weighs 44.07 grams.
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Important Natural 23 Carat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace 1950s Provenance
Located in Lisbon, PT
Important one-of-a-kind 23-carat Ceylon natural no-heat sapphire and diamond convertible necklace/brooch in platinum and White gold, Portuguese, circa 1957, crafted for an occasion graced by Queen Elizabeth II during her royal visit to Lisbon, accompanied by a custom-fitted case.
This exceptional and singular vintage jewel hails from the 1950s, an era of unrivaled elegance and exquisite craftsmanship. It boasts a transformative centerpiece crafted as a convertible necklace-brooch of unparalleled artistry. At its heart lies a resplendent round-shape natural Ceylon sapphire, a dazzling gem of remarkable rarity, weighing a remarkable 23.01 carats.
The centerpiece is an exquisite focal point, a dazzling spectacle adorned with a stylized floral cluster delicately adorned with round brilliant-cut and marquise brilliant-cut diamonds, further accentuated by smaller oval-shape sapphires. This captivating cluster extends gracefully on either side, adorned with delicate swags of alternating marquise brilliant-cut diamonds and oval-shape sapphires, culminating in a sublime sapphire and diamond cluster terminal, which transitions seamlessly into an articulated link necklace meticulously set with diamonds throughout. The versatility of this Mid-Century jewel is underscored by its capability to transform into a striking brooch, secured with a click-shut and safety catch fitting, further augmented by a hinged pin brooch fitting.
The exceptional 23-carat Ceylon sapphire stands as a testament to its rarity. Natural, non-heated sapphires of this caliber, especially surpassing 5 carats, are extraordinarily rare and highly sought-after, adding unparalleled allure and value to this piece.
This remarkable jewel's historical provenance is steeped in significance, commissioned to Casa Branca de Brito jewelers by a distinguished Portuguese Lady...
Category
1950s Portuguese Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold
Gurhan 22k Gold Ruby Lentil Necklace
By Gurhan
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Gurhan 22k Gold Ruby Lentil Necklace—an exquisite and showstopping piece that effortlessly blends delicacy with boldness. This necklace is crafted from 22k solid gold...
Category
1990s Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 22k Gold
Old Gripoix Necklace in Gold Plated Metal and Multicolor Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Gripoix - Gold plated metal and multicolor glass paste necklace
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
Dimensions: Length: 42 cm
Seller Reference: BC65
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Cartier Panthere Iconic Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: Circa 1991 (Engraved)
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 20.7 grams
Measurement: 2.5 inch long
Condition: Excellent
Price: 11,000
Paymen...
Category
1990s Art Deco Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Selro Selini 1950s Elaborate Asian Princess Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings Set
By Selro
Located in Water Mill, NY
This is a fabulous 4 piece brass and lucite set from Selro Selini (unsigned) including a necklace, earrings and bracelet. It includes an adjustable bolo s...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Vintage necklace with shell and stones
Located in Capri, IT
Vintage necklace with shell and stones
Category
1990s Italian Necklaces
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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