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Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 19th Century
Period: 1930s
Henry Blank & Co. Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14 Karat Gold Antique Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped locket pendant centering an old European cut diamond
Weighing approximately 0.08 carat and eye clean and bright - bezel set
With a dimensional foliate mot...
Category
1890s Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14k Amethyst & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous festoon necklace from the Victorian period (ca1880)! This stunning piece features 7 graduating pear cut amethyst drop links that hang from a 14kt gold chain in a festoon s...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamond in-between, the bars connected with six diamond-set arches each arch with a diamond-trefoil and a round cabochon-cut opal within, terminating on each side with a small diamond and opal trefoil motif, the diamonds estimated to weigh 2.9 carats in total, all mounted in gold and silver, attached to silver-gilt tiara frame and accompanied by gold chain back section to convert to a necklace, circa 1890, measuring 4 x 14.5cm, gross weight 36.4 grams.
A unusual and lively late Victorian tiara...
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1890s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
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
Antique French Engraved 'Gallia' 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This beautiful gold pendant is an excellent example of French craftsmenship with some cool history lore. The image is of ‘Gallia’ which is a feminine representation of the Gallic peo...
Category
1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Antique Red Coral 18 Karat Gold Multi-Strand Necklace, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 19th century red coral necklace is set with a large 18 karat gold clasp. The clasp is made of fine filigree and cannetille work, the craftsmanship is stunning. The closure of the clasp has a lovely floral engraving. The six strands are created of natural coral set...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cross necklace pendant of 18 karat rose gold with blue enamel and diamonds for a total of 3 karats, Italy 1860-1880s
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Vintage Finish Pendant Moonstone solid 14K Gold / 3.3gr.
Located in SE
Shiny pendant with natural Yellow - Orange toned Moonstone cut cabochon 17.5 mm x 13 mm x 7.2 mm / ca.10ct
Hallmarked 585 for solid 14K Gold,Finnish Crown, maker : JASE, hand - made...
Category
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Moonstone, 14k Gold
Vintage Tibetan Beaded Necklace with Turquoise
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This vintage Tibetan beaded necklace with turquoise is a striking expression of Himalayan artistry and spiritual symbolism. Handcrafted with traditional techniques, the necklace feat...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise
Victorian Gibson Girl Maiden Woman Locket Pendant Circa 1890 Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant which features a beautiful Gibson Girl woman maiden lady with flowing hair adorned with flowers wearing ...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high relief and represents young women with flowing flower strewn ha...
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Coral Three Strand Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 1800's Victorian Three Strand coral bead necklace. This necklace showcases the radiant beauty of coral, which is known for its alluring hues and unique texture. The three strand...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian English 18k Love Knot-Motif Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning and intricate necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this necklace features a central, three-dimensional ball charm. The surface of the bal...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1880s heart Locket Rose Cut Diamond Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique rose cut diamond heart locket pendant with an estimate diamond weight of 3 carats decorated with black enamel total pendant length 4cm dat...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Art Deco Gold Tone Wire Necklace with Nine Faceted Crystal Beads circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco pale gold tone wire necklace, featuring nine graduated clear faceted crystal beads. Length 42.5 cm / 16.7 inches, and the largest crystal bead measures 1.4 cm / .5...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Antique Natural Untreated Ruby Necklace of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Rubies are not only the beloved birthstone for July, but they also symbolize enduring love and passion and are a traditional gift for those celebrating 15th or 40th anniversaries.
T...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco 1930s 35.00 Carat Carved Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in Platinum with a carved Cabochon Emerald weighing a total of approximately 35.00 carats. The necklace also features Old European, Baguette, Kite, and Trapezoid cut D...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Gorgeous Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Chain, 60 inches.
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOVE LOVE LOVE. I love chain, and this Gorgeous Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Chain is one of my favorites! I think it is the longest chain I have ever seen - weird to think it a...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Clasp Yellow Gold Thick Ornated Watch Chain/Toggle Necklace/Antique
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold
Weight: 51.1 grams
Length: 16.75 inches
Dimensions: Link 7.2 mm; Toggle Bar 50mm long; Clasp 23.3 mm x 8.4 mm
Beautiful ornated late Victorian oversized wa...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Natural OX Blood Red Coral Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent five strands of untreated OX Blood intense Red Natural Coral make this genuine Victorian necklace. 1880 ca. Italian origin from Sardinia.
Each bead is 4 mm. in diameter –...
Category
1880s Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Onyx Cross Pendant with Seed Pearl and Gold Leaves
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian onyx cross pendant set with a single seed pearl and adorned with a 14 karat gold floral design. This pendant is a captivating embodiment of the elegance and symbolism of ...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Dendritic Agate and Diamond Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This necklace features an antique diamond flower (circa 1890) over a dendritic agate heart mounted in 14k gold. The flower is silver topped 14k gold and features 6 old mine cut diamo...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 3 carat total weight diamond pearl 18k yellow gold hinged necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique hinged necklace features dazzling old-cut diamonds and lustrous pearls, gracefully set in 18k yellow gold with platinum accents. A breathtaking treasure from the 1890s.
...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Victorian 274.91 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, impressive antique Victorian 274.91 carat amethyst and 18 karat yellow gold rivière necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive antique amethyst necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
The antique rivière necklace...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique imperial Russian Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 1880s 14k gold link chain with unuswal chain lock total lenght of 45cm hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard and initial maker mark
Category
1880s Antique Necklaces
Vintage Onyx & 14k Gold Beaded Necklace with Clasp
Located in Lake Worth Beach, FL
This vintage onyx and 14k gold beaded necklace is a sophisticated blend of timeless elegance and bold design. Featuring smooth, jet-black onyx beads, the necklace exudes a refined, m...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 14k Gold
Vintage Gold and Seed Pearl Victorian Antique Locket Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Antique Gold and Seed Pearl Locket. Beautifully Hand crafted with Scroll work in 14K Yellow Gold Locket. Hand set with Se...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Etruscan Revival 15k Gold Victorian Large Locket
Located in New York, NY
Stunning example of Etruscan Revival craftsmanship, this 15k antique Victorian locket is substantial in size with exquisite details. The center boasts a beautiful rose gold locket door with etched floral motifs. The detail continues on to the ail and the raised gold ball design that surrounds the outside border of the piece. We love this one on an antique guard chain...
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Late 19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct gold and there is also a dog clip attached.
Length: 152cm
Weight: 35.2g
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antique 2.38 Carat Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch, 1880s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.38 carat opal and 0.75 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant/brooch ; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This stunning versatile antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting.
This pendant/brooch displays a feature floral composition of six impressive heart shaped cabochon opals with an elevated central round faceted cut diamond.
The arched frame is embellished with six claw set diamonds in relief to the medial arrangement, alternating with three-claw set diamonds to each incurve.
The outer circumference of this stunning setting is embellished with further six claw-set heart shaped cabochon opals accented with six further Old European cut diamonds, emanating from the aforementioned relief set stones and completing the design.
This antique Victorian opal pendant...
Category
1880s Unknown Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 15 karat yellow gold heart shaped locket pendant.
This sweet heart shaped locket features an ornate raised foliate design hea...
Category
1890s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 15ct Rose Gold Victorian Paper Clip Link Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain
15ct Rose Gold Tagged
Circa 1880
Beautiful, Victorian fancy link chain. The chain is comprised of lovely paper clip s...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Mid 19th Century Garnet Locket Pendant Silver Gilt Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This locket pendant is set with bright red Bohemian garnets was handcrafted in the middle of the 19th century. The pendant has retained its original ornamental eyelet decorated with facetted garnet, some garnets are round others are drop shaped. The stones set in the eyelet are arranged to form a flower surrounded by leaves. The pendant itself is made up from several layers of gilt silver set with...
Category
1880s Austrian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Rose Gold Stamped
Hallmarked Birmingham
Circa 1870s
Makers Mark J K Jeremiah Kirk, watch case maker- The Butts, Coventry.
This beautiful Victorian 9ct rose gold Albert watch...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Ruby Diamond Pendant Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique circular pendant watch, circa 1880s
Tear drop-shaped rubies surrounded by rose-cut diamonds; center stone is a diamond of approximately 0.10 c...
Category
1880s Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby
French 19th Century Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark, and silver.
This magnificent antique pendant features arabesque floral motifs, cornucopia and egrets, all set with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds. At the end of the pendant, a larger cushion-cut diamond is claw-set. At the back are 2 small rings for attaching a horse chain...
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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Yellow ...
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
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Category
1880s Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Renaissance Revival Carved Opal Cameo Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Renaissance Revival carved opal cameo pendant, the cameo attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt depicting Arion riding a dolphin, to elaborate surround of r...
Category
1880s British Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 3.75 Carat Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Moon Pendant
18ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1870
This exquisite 18ct yellow gold crescent moon pendant is a true testa...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Couture CocoChanel-Rousselet-Style GlassGold FauxCarnelianPearl Torsade Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Beginning in the mid-1920s, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel collaborated with Parisian Louis Rousselet for a wide variety of handcrafted unsigned glass-beaded costume jewelry to compliment h...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian 18K Gold Swivel Fob with Compass and Hardstone Intaglio
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold two-sided fob features a compass on one side and an engraved hardstone agate intaglio on the other, on a swivel so that either side could be turned to face forward when...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930's Miriam Haskell Cul Pearl & Vintage Crystal Choker
Located in Maywood, NJ
Miriam Haskell jewellery is some of the most prized and beautiful costume jewellery from the 20th century. The intricate designs coupled with their novel colours and materials have ...
Category
1930s American Baroque Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Cultured Pearl
Edwardian Circa 1800's Diamond Platinum on 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Wailea, HI
Edwardian Circa 1800's Diamond Platinum on 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
43 Old European Cut Diamonds weighing 3.00 carats approximately [GHI VVS-SI1]
On a 16 inch White Gold Chain
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Halo Pendant Emerald Diamond solid 14K Gold / 2.25gr
Located in SE
Emeralds and Diamonds, old Pendant set in solid 14 ct Greenish Yellow Gold. Ca. early XX cent, likely German or Danish, it was in possession of Danish /German family.
Measures 25 m...
Category
1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique 0.30 carat ruby and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold snake locket pendant; part of our diverse snake jewelry collections.
This magnificent, fine and impressive Victorian locket has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
This large and substantial antique Victorian gold locket has an oval design accented with an applied convex lobed interlacing snake design.
The head of one snake is embellished with an impressive 0.30ct cushion cut ruby, and the other bears an impressive 0.13ct Old European round cut diamond.
The posterior face of this hinged locket is plain and unembellished.
This 1880's hinged locket opens to allow two photographs or small mementos to be placed behind removable, push fit transparent retainers.
The locket pendant suspends from an exceptional antique link chain via a plain tapering bale to the upper border of the design; this substantial chain provides an aesthetically pleasing balance to the locket.
This fine and substantial example of antique snake jewellery...
Category
1880s Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster necklace, the necklace consisting of thirty-two graduating sapphire and diamond clusters, each ...
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver
Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Signed Tiffany & Co. This Scroll Motif Emerald & Diamond Pendant contains a rare AGL Graded 2.85 Carat CLASSIC COLOMBIA Emerald surrounded by approximately 11.8 carats of old mine cut diamonds set in platinum. The pendant is estimated as being circa 1880.
It is accompanied by a GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl necklace...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Diamond Platinum Gold Black Velvet Belle Epoque Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This delicate, beautiful statement piece blends Victorian Gothic style with Art Nouveau. Belle Époque styles are known to be elegant, vivacious and delightful. It features three, sep...
Category
1880s Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Victorian Garnet and Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant, the inverted pear-shaped cabochon garnet surmounted by a floral and foliate spray and suspending a foliate drop, set throughout with old brill...
Category
1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver
Antique Anchor with Diamond Heart Pendant of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This 18k gold pendant was converted from an antique brooch (circa 1880) by removing the pin and adding a gold jump ring bail. The anchor is accented with a diamond studded heart.
Th...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Edwardian 9k Carnelian Knight Chess Piece Fob
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 wat...
Category
1880s Edwardian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival 18K Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Garnet Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Egyptian Revival 18K Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Garnet Pendant. This incredible Art Deco Egyptian Revival opal, diamond and garnet pendant is crafted in 18k ...
Category
1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Gold Parure
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 18 karat gold and amethyst parure of a rivière necklace and drop earrings. The rivière features 20 deeply-colored oval amethysts o...
Category
1880s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold
1890s Navajo Sterling Squash Blossom Necklace
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
The earliest Navajo pieces did not have turquoise; this sand-cast and handmade squash blossom is turn of the century - most probably before; made for own use; simple, stunning and important. There are a vast array of prices on squash blossoms. This particular one is older than most as it is it is Circa 1890. The squash blossom...
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1890s American Native American Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Pendant with Natural Pearls & Old Cut Diamonds in Gold & Silver
Located in Lucerne, CH
This antique pendant is crafted in 18-karat yellow gold with silver accents, exuding vintage charm. It features two natural pearls elegantly nestled at the center, surrounded by a ha...
Category
Late 19th Century European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
necklace with old mine and rose cut diamonds up to 3.00ct 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with old mine and rose cut diamonds. 3.00ct – G/H – VS/SI – 45 cm long
Detailed description
the length of the necklac...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Rene Lalique Aquamarine Dragonfly Pendant
By René Lalique
Located in London, GB
An important Rene Lalique dragonfly pendant, the pendant set to the centre with a cushion-shaped aquamarine, within an open framework of four opposin...
Category
Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow 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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