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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Retro
Style: Byzantine
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Drop Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 10.4 grams.
Totally is rose cut diamond 0.25 carat.
Totally is brilliant cut diamond 1carat.
The diamond is has G-H color and vs-s1 clarity.
T...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Double Strand Deep Intense Green Jade, Onyx, Gold Beaded Necklace, c1960's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Comprising of fine & well-matched
Natural Jadeite beads of 7mm each
of deep intense green colour
Sections of 4 are separated by
black faceted onyx beads,
creating an elegant look
Completed by a comfortable & secure parrot clasp,
crafted in 18K yellow gold
The necklace is double strand,
with 1 strand being longer than the other
with average length of 42cm
Weight: 36gr.
Vintage c1950...
Category
1960s Australian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Style Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in MADRID, ES
Introducing a truly exquisite piece of jewelry: the 18k Gold Retro Style Choker Necklace adorned with 0.60 ct Single Cut Diamonds. This stunning pie...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 14.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.30 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is lenght 41 cm.
Please contact for any qu...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold necklace, French, circa 1940.
Located in London, GB
Gold necklace. A yellow gold chain composed of extremely intricate woven wirework links with fine twist detail, to a smooth flowing tapered link chain, approximately 17" in length wi...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Original 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Enamel Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight 3.1 grams.
Diamond is has H color and vs clarity.
Please contact for any question.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
14k Classic Three Row Panther Necklace with Diamond Stirrups, App. 0.40 tcw
Located in Southport, CT
14k yellow gold necklace. This classic necklace is a three row panther style link, which centers an opposing set of stirrups, set with round faceted diamonds, approximately 0.40 TCW. The necklace has a hidden box...
Category
20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
These stunning anchor pendants come on a solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect state...
Category
20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.80 carat ruby and 0.58 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold pendant and chain; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive vintage 1970s ruby and diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k white gold.
The pierced decorated, multi-stranded frame is ornamented with a feature central 0.80Ct oval mixed cut ruby, eight claw set in relief to the center of the design.
The feature ruby is encircled by eight individually claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds.
The pendant suspends from a contemporary 18k white gold 18" fine curb chain via a flared ring loop attachment to the upper border, accented with a further three pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds.
The chain secures with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening.
The pendant is hallmarked to the reverse of the ring loop attachment with the 18k gold finenes mark -750-.
This vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Condition
This impressive gemstone cluster pendant...
Category
1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Certified 48.66 Carat Aquamarine White Gold Collier
Located in Hamburg, DE
An extraordinary aquamarine 48.66 ct wonderful placed in this beautiful center of a 18 Karat white gold linking chain necklace.
An impressive contemporary piece of jewellery that rea...
Category
Early 2000s German Retro Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Byzantine Pendant with Brilliant Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
18 karats white and yellow gold pendant of the Noir collection in a dramatic size and impeccable workmanship, set with 1.72 carats selected extra white diamonds and our heavy 18k gol...
Category
2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
Vintage Salmon Coral Bead Double Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant vintage salmon coral bead necklace. Features two strands of coral beads, fastened with a luxurious 14K yellow gold clasp, with a ...
Category
20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mellerio Ruby Diamond Gold Chic Retro Set
Located in New York, NY
A chic set comprised of necklace and bracelet, in woven 18kt yellow gold, highlighted by round cut diamonds and rubies, by esteemed French jeweler Mellerio. Made in Paris, France, ci...
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Retro Gold Camel Pendant 1.75 Carat Natural Diamond Ruby Emerald, Sapphire, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Yellow Gold Hand Made Camel Pendant.
Approximately 1.75 carats, set with Natural Diamonds (.20ct), Rubies (.55ct), Emeralds (.75ct), Sapphire (.2...
Category
1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Mid-Century Large Cultured Pearl 3.50 CTW Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strand necklace is comprised of Cultured pearls - hand-knotted
Graduating in size from 12.5 mm to 17.0 mm - well matched in white body color
Exhibiting subtle to moderate rosè over...
Category
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Plat...
33 Carat Total Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Necklace 1970 in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Unique Aquamarine, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Circa 1970 In 18 Karat Yellow Gold, set with five emerald cut aquamarines totalling approximately 20.00 carats punctuated by sapphire...
Category
1970s British Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Pearl Diamond Necklace 2 Carats
Located in Montgomery, AL
So Unique!!
This lovely showpiece is like no other.
Necklace Details
Length: 18.75”
Double Strand
7.5mm Cultured Round Pearls
Crème Color
High Luster
Gross Weight: 87.3 Grams
Cent...
Category
Late 20th Century Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
Emerald and Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14 karat yellow gold Pear shape emerald with round brilliant white diamond halo tennis link necklace.
Crafted with precision and care, this necklace boasts a stunning arrangement of ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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
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
Bochic “Retro Vintage” Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Neck Set In 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Retro Vintage” Blue Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Neck Set In 18K Gold
Natural Blue Sapphire Pear Shape 1.03 Carat
From Sri Lanka
Diamonds 0.55 Carat
F color
VS clarity
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Heart Diamond Locket Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold with Anchor Link Chain
Located in Austin, TX
This vintage heart locket pendant and chain is perfect to cradle your love to your heart. The locket can hold two small photos or a tiny treasure ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the most challenging and complex coins to identify. This coin has an image of an emper...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Necklaces
Materials
White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold
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
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Drop Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6 grams.
Totally is old cut diamond 0.75 ct.
The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity.
Totally ruby is 3 ct.
Totally lenght is chain 43 cm...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Agrafe 18K Yellow Gold Link Necklace 16" Long
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Pre-Owned Cartier gold necklace from the Agrafe collection finely crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold featuring a unique clasp consisting of a an open circle and hook closure. The neckla...
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mikimoto Graduated Akoya Pearl Strand Necklace Silver Clasp
By Mikimoto
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Vintage Mikimoto Fine Pearl Strand
Mikimoto are world renowned for their pearl quality and standards. This vintage necklace is strung with 79 Akoya cultured Pearls that have a cream...
Category
20th Century Japanese Retro Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver
Retro 18K Gold & Diamond Puffy Heart Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine 'puffy' heart gold & diamond pendant.
In 18k yellow gold with both a brushed and high polish finish.
Pave set with 40 small round cut white diamonds.
(Cord for modeling on...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Retro Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Locket
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Locket. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.20 carat, graded H color, I1 clarity. Accented by ten carre cut...
Category
1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold 1 Carat Natural Single Cut Near Colorless Diamond Necklace Circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Gold 1 carat natural single cut near colorless diamond necklace circa 1980
A magnificent 14k yellow gold natural single cut diamond necklace set with approximately 262 g color...
Category
1980s North American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Rolls Royce Diamond Charm
Located in London, GB
A vintage 9 karat yellow gold Rolls Royce diamond set charm, circa 1980.
Realistically modelled as a classic Rolls Royce set to its headlights with round brilliant cut diamonds of 0...
Category
1980s British Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Garnet Topaz Citrine Chrome Diopside Pearl Silver Gold Platinum Cross Pendant
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Cross collection is a tribute to faith, love and beauty. The design of the cross resembles a fragment of a church or an old icon from a long by...
Category
2010s American Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, 24...
Vintage 7.0 CT Diamond Pearl Rare Panel Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This enchanting vintage necklace is 1935 circa
Composed by a single strand of salt water cultured pearls ranging in sizes from 5 to 7 mm. - connected to an impressive large panel sur...
Category
1930s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Laguna Rose Crystal & Faux Pearl Multi Strand Necklace, Vintage, Silver Tone
By Laguna
Located in Milford, DE
Length: 14.5 inches to 16.5 inches with extension chain
Each faux pearl is approx 1/4 inch / .75 cm
Elevate your ensemble with the timeless elegance of the Laguna rose crystal & fau...
Category
20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Miriam Haskell Double Strand Necklace & Clip-on Earrings Set
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Miriam Haskell double strand necklace and clip-on earrings set. They boast purple, green, gold, all the Marde Gras colors. This hand made set is hi-lighted with a rhinetone...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
A Gold Watch Fob Chain With Large Crystal Figa Hand
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of 9 carat yellow gold fancy links and an crystal hand realistically modelled with the thumb between the first two fingers surmounted by a gold cap embellished with cabochon...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this XL Estate mother Mary charm. This royal charm depicts a lovely virgin Mary. A raised bust of the Veiled Virgin Mary in a satin finish steals the show in front of the...
Category
1960s Belgian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnesite, Diamonds, Sapphires, 14 Kt White Gold Fly Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Emerald Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 8 grams.
Totally is emerald 3.50 ct.
Total lenght is chain 44 cm.
Please contact for any questions.
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6.5 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.50 ct.
The diamond is has F-G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 40 cm.
Please contact for any ...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Solid 9ct Yellow Gold 11.2mm Byzantine Chain
Located in Birmingham, GB
Men's Solid 9ct Yellow Gold 11.2mm Byzantine Chain
Introducing our Men's 9ct Yellow Gold 11.2mm Byzantine Chain - a bold and striking piece of jewellery that exudes luxury and sophi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Byzantine Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Lapis Lazuli Anchor Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 24.2 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.75 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct.
Total lenght is chain...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Butterfly Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 13.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.65 ct.
The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 50 cm.
Please contact for any q...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Diamonds, Emeralds, Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Leopard Head Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 16.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 2.41 ct.
The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.30 ct.
Please contact for any q...
Category
1990s European Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 3 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.50 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs clarity.
Total lenght is chain 42 cm.
Please contact for an...
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Chic Red Lucite Bead Necklace, Triangle & Round Beads Gold-Filled Clasp, Vintage
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace Length: 11.5 inches / 29 cm plus 2.5 inch / 6 cm extension chain
Necklace Height: 1 inch / 2.5 cm
Unveil the allure of vintage-inspired elegance with our amber Lucite chok...
Category
20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Amethyst, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chic Red Lucite Bead Necklace, Triangle & Round Beads Gold-Filled Clasp, Vintage
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 42 cm / 16.5 inches - Collar / Choker Style
Step into a world of classic glamour with this red Lucite necklace. This exquisite piece features a striking combination...
Category
20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled
Retro Graduated Golden Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 46cm / 17.75 inches
Cultured pearl, from 1 cm to 1.5 cm
Marks / hallmarks: 925 (Clasp)
Indulge in the opulence of our graduated golden pearl necklace, a symphony of...
Category
20th Century North American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Black Jet Faceted Graduated Bead Necklace West Germany Vintage, Brass Tone Clasp
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 17.5 in. / 45 cm plus 2 in. / 5 cm extension
Largest center bead approx. 1 cm
Marks / hallmarks: GERMANY
Embrace the classic sophistication of our vintage faceted j...
Category
20th Century German Retro Necklaces
27 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Chandelier Regal Choker Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
27.42 Carat total natural Colombian emerald and diamond chandelier regal design choker necklace in 18k solid yellow gold. The Emerald is eye-clean, full of life, and has no sruface l...
Category
1990s Colombian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Russian Amazonite Bead Knotted Necklace w Sterling Silver Clasp, Vintage
Located in Milford, DE
Necklace length: 48 cm / 18.75 inches
Each bead approx 1 cm
Marks / Hallmarks: 925 on clasp
Discover the timeless elegance of this vintage amazonite bead necklace, meticulously hand...
Category
20th Century Russian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Amazonite, 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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