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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1950s
H. Stern 1950s Gold and Green Tourmaline Rivière Style Necklace
By H. Stern
Located in New York, NY
A mid-century 1950s gold and tourmaline rivière style necklace comprised of oval-cut green tourmalines with ribbed link spacers, completed by a tongue and box closure with a safety m...
Category
1950s American Late Victorian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1960’s 18k yellow gold necklace, set with brilliant-cut diamonds and 16 pearls 10.5-15.5mm, signed Van Cleef & Arpels. Total diamond carat weight approx. 100 cts.
Category
1960s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Miriam Haskell Coral Cameo Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell's coral glass cameo necklace set in signature Russian gilt filigree. Woven triple chain with 5 neoclassical cameo pendants set in filigr...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Platinum Diamond & Sapphire 1950s Convert. Pendant Dress Clips Earrings Brooch
Located in Towson, MD
This stunning piece, all crafted in platinum, features a 20.10ct vivid blue natural heated sapphire from Sri Lanka, complete with a lab report. It measures 18.71mm long and 14.65mm w...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Mid-Century Sapphire and Pearl Cherub 14k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century Sapphire and Pearl Cherub 14k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring two round cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 0.05 carat and three baroque pearls. Crafted...
Category
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Pendant 18k
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Perfect for layering or brilliant on its own, this bright blue 17.60mm turquoise bauble set with 18k yellow gold is fun, fashionable, mystical … Beautif...
Category
1960s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Schlumberger Tiffany & Co. Emerald 18 Karat Gold Twisted Rope Vintage Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as entwined large and small twisted rope motif link chain
With a high polish gold finish and terminating with toggle clasp
Featuring 4.0 mm round emerald cabochons - bezel s...
Category
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1950s Masonic Knights Templar Pendant 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
The Everard 1950s Masonic Knights Templar Pendant is handsomely crafted in 14ct Gold with accents of red, blue and white enamel. Rich in meaning and symbolising the teachings and rit...
Category
1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Coral, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 22 Karat British Coins Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ancient 18 karat yellow gold pendant mounted with antique british coin in 22 karat yellow gold
Coins are in 22 karat gold
Pendant total wei...
Category
1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Important NEO-EGYPTIAN NECKLACE Tutankhamun, Scarab, vintage 60s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Important old NECKLACE,
NEO-EGYPTIAN Tutankhamun, Scarab Necklace,
60s vintage,
impressive work of French artist,
gold-plated metal, enamel, glass cabochons,
length 71 cm, width 2 cm, weight 227 g,
pendant 6 x 6.5 cm,
very good state.
The release of the film Cleopatra in 1963, starring Elizabeth Taylor, inspired many jewelry designers to create Egyptian jewelry collections.
This magnificent necklace undoubtedly belongs to this era.
In the 60s these jewelry designers were inspired by or made replicas of the treasures that were discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun by British Howard Carter in 1922.
FR:
Important COLLIER ancien,
NÉO-EGYPTIEN de Toutânkhamon, Scarab Necklace,
vintage des...
Category
1960s French Artist Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
A magnificent topaz glass bead necklace, with 'bee' motif, Miriam Haskell, c1965
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A rare and highly collectable 'bib' necklace, a 'stand out' piece, designed by Robert Clark for Miriam Haskell, a most imaginative and highly unusual design, depicting bees, in the m...
Category
1960s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
1950s Natural Marbled Jade Graduated Beaded Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
Graduated Jade meet at either end of a barrel closure to create the imperial beaded necklace.
Jade was considered to be the "imperial gem" and was used to create many utilitarian and ceremonial objects, from indoor decorative items to jade burial suits...
Category
1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Jade
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
Carrera Y Carrera Retro 18kt Mixed Metals + Gemstone Earrings + Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic set from the Retro (ca1960s) era! This beautiful earring and pendant necklace set is created by Carrera y Carrera! Crafted in 18kt white and yellow gold, the earrings and...
Category
1960s Spanish Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Seaman Schepps Aventurine Bead and Yellow Gold Rondelle 36.50 Inch Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A rare to find beaded Aventurine long necklace designed by Seaman Schepps. The Aventurine beads are separated by hand crafted 14K yellow gold rondell...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aventurine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1960s 117 Diamonds Platinum River Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in platinum, dog head hallmark.
Antique platinum necklace, it is formed of geometric settings in fall and articulated between them....
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1950s Retro 14k Yellow Gold and Heart Amethyst Clover Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
1950s Retro 14k Yellow Gold and Amethyst Clover Pendant
- 14K Yellow Gold
- 4 = 9.00x5.75mm heart amethyst
- 8.26 grams
- 1950s
This is a stunnin...
Category
1950s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
VINTAGE 1950s WEISS DIAMANTÉ BAGUETTE CHOKER
By Weiss
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1950s by Weiss, this diamanté baguette choker is a serious show-stopper. Weiss is known for their high quality costume jewelry from this era, crafted with handmade const...
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
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
Buccellati Suite Created by Mario Buccellati Himself, $450k Official Evaluation
Located in Southbury, CT
Free your inner maximalist with this extraordinary one-of-a-kind suit of jewels created by Mario Buccellati's own hands.
Complete parures created by the iconic Italian master goldsm...
Category
1950s Renaissance Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 22K Gold and Green Chalcedony Intaglio of Zoroaster Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This 22k gold vintage pendant features a green chalcedony intaglio carved with the image Zoroaster. The gold has beautiful granulation in the style of...
Category
1960s Asian Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Navajo Native American Squash Blossom Silver Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Native American Navajo squash blossom sterling silver turquoise coral necklace. Signed on the back Elizabeth M. Thompson, no silver mark but acid tested...
Category
1960s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Turquoise, Silver
Amethyst, Rubies, Pearls, White Stones, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Trifari Botanical Motif Leaf Necklace, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1960s Trifari botanical motif leaf necklace in gold plate. This collar-style heritage necklace comprises an interlocking leaf and stem design featuring a combination of brus...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Imperial Jadeite Jade Pendant GIA Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This imperial jade & diamond pendant is simple and perfect.
The mid-century (circa 1960s-1970s) pendant has been rendered in 18K white gold and set with a quarter-carat of small, br...
Category
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Etruscan Revival Extra Large Lantern Charm w/ Encrusted Jewels
Located in Venice, CA
This vintage 18k gold Italian lantern charm is encrusted with citrine, amethyst, garnet, tourmaline and turquoise, bezel set among Etruscan Revival wirework and granulation. The orna...
Category
1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.42 Carats Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Grossé Marcus Gold Tassel Necklace
By Marcus & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Marcus & Co.
CIRCA: 1962
MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold
WEIGHT: 61 grams
MEASUREMENTS: 16" x 5/16" Pendant - 2"
HALLMARKS: Marcus, 18K, Made in Germany, Grosse, ...
Category
1960s German Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Platinum, 18K, Rock Crystal, Diamond and Onyx Vintage Sautoir.
Located in Aspen, CO
Vintage sautoir, earlier to mid twentieth century composed of frosted rock crystal, moonstone, fancy cut onyx and diamonds. This long necklace suspends an approximately 3.5 inch pen...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Circa 1960s 8k Natural Rose Cut Diamond Decorated Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3.9 grams.
Totally is 1.30 ct.
The diamond is has s1-s2-s3-Pique1.
Acid tested to be 8k real gold.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1960s Turkish Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond
French Mid-Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Ribbon Vintage Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as overlapping tendrils of ribbon
With flaring terminals with rounded caps
Comprised of meshed fancy link chain
Flanked by wheat chain edges
With high polish finish
Comp...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Miriam Haskell Ruby Stone Collar with Rose Montee Decoration
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Special Collector Quality Miriam Haskell Ruby Collar with Elaborate Rose Montee Crystal Swirl Decoration from the 1940's. Extraordinary craftsmanship, hand sewn with hundred...
Category
1950s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Vintage Gold Egyptian Revival Fanned Bib 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage gold Egyptian bib from the 1960s; most likely a piece of Egyptian revival jewellery inspired by Elizabeth Taylor's iconic Cleopatra. Crafted in gold plated metal. ...
Category
1960s Vintage Necklaces
Coppola e Toppo Blue Crystal Drapery Necklace, 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous multistrand necklace designed by Coppola e Toppo in the 1950s that is fresh and joyful. The piece is made up of eight strands of beads that are connected at the ends by a ...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Bronze
Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Eight 8 Strands Milk White Glass Bead Layer Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Eight 8 Strands Milk White Glass Bead Layer Chunky Statement Necklace
Good condition. Not any stones lost. Clasp is secure.
However, the necklace has b...
Category
1960s German Artisan Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Necklace set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40 cm long
detailed description:
the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 2.1 mm...
Category
1950s Dutch Early Victorian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Retro 14K Yellow Gold "A Date To Remember" Ruby and Pearl Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a wonderful 1950s pendant adorned with pearls and rubies crafted in 14K yellow gold inscribed with "A Date to Remember". This 1950s vintage gemstone pendant...
Category
1960s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Coral Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Silver
Retro 18K Yellow Gold Italian “Spaghetti” 3-Strand Necklace. Half Choker Size.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Retro piece of jewelry is striking & eye-catching,
meticulously crafted from 18K Yellow Gold,
this necklace is of Italian origin
Nicknamed “Spaghetti” this necklace
consists...
Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s Lapis Navy Cabochon Pendant Chunky Mesh Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s Lapis Navy Cabochon Pendant Chunky Mesh Necklace, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) ' at extended chain. Marked "Gr...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Oval Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Oval Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine.
Ma...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Coral Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Silver
Henry Perichon Gilt Bronze and Gemstones Dangle Pin Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely French Jewelry designer Henry Perichon (aka Henry) gilt bronze pin brooch has an undeniable medieval revival feel. The bronze metal frame boasts antique Middle-Age design...
Category
1950s French Medieval Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Bronze
Two gold mounted keys, one with Cadillac logo design finial, Tiffany & Co. 14kt.
Located in Braintree, GB
Two gold mounted keys, one with Cadillac logo design finial, engraved verso 'to my beauty, for her beauty, perfect', stamped Tiffany & Co 14k; the other of plain form, stamped GJN 14...
Category
1950s American Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Letter "F" Charm Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Charm pendant in 18 karat yellow gold.
This antique pendant forms the letter F and is ribbed on one side and smooth on the back.
Pendant sold alone, without its presentation chain.
H...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1960s Signed Bauchy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Medal
Located in Poitiers, FR
Medal in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
An important antique medal depicting the profile of the haloed Virgin Mary. The back is engraved with interlaced initials.
Signed ...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold chain necklace with double hoop links and textured gold spacers.
Length: 80cm
Weight: 34.20gr
Category
1960s European Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Cross and Fire Enamel
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Unisex Gold Cross pendant with fire enamel technique. Measures: 5 cm in length (including ring) and 3,2 cm in width. This pendant is in excellent condition. Ref.:D359568JC
Category
1950s European Vintage Necklaces
Onyx Diamond and Ruby 18 Karat Platinum Butterfly Necklace
Located in London, GB
An onyx, diamond and ruby 18 karat white gold butterfly necklace
This fun necklace features two intricately crafted wings grain set in white gold with old cut diamonds of 1.50cts ap...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Goldette Chunky Statement Coin Necklace and Bracelet Set 1960s
By Goldette
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Goldette Chunky Coin Necklace and Bracelet Set. With coin jewellery remaining at the height of fashion this is a glorious find. Why settle for just one piece when you can a...
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1960s Vintage Necklaces
Pendant Medal 1959 in Yellow Gold
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Original Gold Medal 1959 with openwork 18kt Yellow Gold 6,18 grams Measures: 3,8cm long (including ring) and 3,0cm wide This pendant is in perfect condition Original antique sec...
Category
1950s European Vintage Necklaces
Silver Plated Double Strand Baguette Rhinestone Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful silver plated necklace set with a double strand of baguette rhinestones. The strands are joined together by a cluster of marquise rhinestones and a single strand of round r...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces
Antique gold necklace with corals, Italy, mid-20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique gold necklace with corals comes from Italy from the mid-20th century.
The necklace consists of eleven red-orange beads
Made of 14 carat yellow gold
Length: 53cm
Item weig...
Category
1960s Italian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Georgian Style Emerald Crystal Demi-Parure 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine Vintage Emerald Crystal Demi Parure. Inspired by Georgian jewellery designs this beautifully crafted demi-parure comprises a riviere style collar with droplets accompanied b...
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1960s Vintage Necklaces
Vintage 'Eisenberg Ice' Sapphire Droplet Necklace 1950s
By Eisenberg
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage 'Eisenberg Ice' Sapphire Necklace. A spectacular example of the Ice pieces, so called as their designs focussed on emulating diamond jewellery. A collar of stones gives way...
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Pearls, Amethyst, Topazs, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Necklac
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Spinel, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Zodiac Spinner Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1950s
Item Details:
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 3.7 grams
Measurement: 1 inch long
Condition: Excellent
Vintage Era
Category
1950s Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k 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 Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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