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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Retro
Antique Scottish Agate Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Necklace 18kt Gold and Agate. Made in Scotland circa 1820-60's.
Measurements: Length 17.12 inches;
Size of largest central stone is 1.92 inch (48mm) long x 1.6 inch (40mm) ...
Category
1850s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Baroque Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow 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
Estate Sterling Silver Tanzanite Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This stunning estate necklace is sterling silver.
It features tanzanites in a combination of 54 oval cut 4x6mm, 7 marquise cut 3x5mm, 29 round cut 2.5mm, and a single oval cabochon c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
Category
Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 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
Antique French Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, France. This antique pendant is set with brilliant blue Persian Turquoise in a stylishly refreshing Moorish motif. Intricate gold work, underscored by meticulous ha...
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum
White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
LB offers Victorian English Gold filled Amethyst pendant necklace Glass Brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a highly unusual 19th century English, goldfilled and Amethyst brooch pendant necklace. This is a wonderful example of Mid Victorian jewelry being repurposed...
Category
Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Gold-filled, Brass
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
Victorian Era Watch Chain Toggle Necklace 9K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We absolutely love this vintage beauty!
She was likely used as a chain for a pocket watch & later converted to be used as a beautiful necklace.
The charm is a lovely shield shape & i...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
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
Antique Style Garnet Floral Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This fine and impressive garnet antique pendant has been crafted in 14k white gold. The pendant displays a central feature round-cut garnet accented with smaller garnet set in an ope...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 1.05ct Diamond Heart Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Encrusted with diamonds, this Victorian pendant is beautiful. The heart shaped design centres around an old cut diamond of 0.15 carat which is surrounded by multiple stones of variou...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite Victorian Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace features a central carnelian. Cherished for its deep hues and symbolic ties to courage and vita...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860. The crystal on the reverse can be removed to encase hair or a photo. The garnet is a fabulous cabochon garne...
Category
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
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
1.50ct Diamond Letter B Pendant Vintage 14k White Gold Cursive Script Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond letter "B" pendant crafted in 14k white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s).
Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 1.50 carats (estimated at I-J co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White 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
Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant.
A wonderful twelve point star with smaller rays peeking out from between the larger points.
To the centre there is a superb old cut diamond with an estimated 0.40ct weight, this is surrounded by a mesmerising plethora of old cut and cushion cut diamonds giving this star the most alluring twinkle.
It is crafted in cool crisp sterling silver, this was common on Victorian diamond pieces as the fresh silver tone enhances the colour of the diamonds.
Stars were a very popular motif in Victorian jewellery and they still are today, they provided a symbol of guidance, light and wisdom.
This beautiful antique star pendant...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique, Victorian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain.
Nice chunky silver, graduated curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end and a brass t bar to t...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Diamonds Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rock Crystal, Rose Gold and Silver Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Pearl, 14 Karat White Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
2010s Italian Retro Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, White 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
Victorian 9ct Gold Miniature Amethyst Fob Seal with Carved Fly, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulously dainty and rare Victorian 9ct gold fob seal that has a masterfully carved fly insect engraved into a hexagonal amethyst base. The body of the fob has delicately chased p...
Category
1880s English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Yellow Topaz Garnet Rose Gold Silver Fly Shape Clasp Red Coral Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1890 Victorian Rose Gold Hand Engraved Floral Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful hand engraved 1890 Victorian locket in 10K rose gold that showcases a gorgeous hand engraved floral motif. At the center, a beautif...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Plus qu'hier et moins que demain - Small Augis charm - 18k solid gold - love you
By A. Augis
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this "Plus qu'hier et moins que demain" love token. This love medallion of all love medallions was first created by the famous Lyon jeweller Alphonse Augis. He based this...
Category
Late 20th Century French Retro Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Victorian Oval Heart Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Stamped
*The term gold front & back is often used to describe antique gold lockets which have a front back made from gold.
The gold...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose 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
Antique Victorian Vulcanite locket pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and interesting antique Victorian Vulcanite locket.
The locket is crafted in rich black Vulcanite and it a hexagonal shaped locket with a smooth finish and a textured ...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin
28" Long
J DAUPHIN "Billet of myself" fallen dove silver chain necklace with a bleeding heart in ...
Category
2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Colombia Emerald, Pearl, & Old Mine Diamond Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Miami, FL
Expert craftsmanship and magisterial gemstones from a bygone era, the Victorian period. This silver pendant bears a 3.65 carat (approx.) emerald center stone, adorned with 34 old mi...
Category
19th Century Colombian Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Silver
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds up to 1.50ct 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with rose cut diamonds total approx. 1.50 ct - G/H - SI/P - 60cm
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 60 cm long by 1.0 mm w...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Spinner Fob Photo Locket 15ct Yellow Gold c1880s Sardonyx
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Here we present a gorgeous, Victorian, spinner Fob with photo Locket.
It has so many features, that it’s hard to know where to start! Firstly, we have the most lovely hand engraving...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Archeological Revival Enamel and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Striking and beautifully different are thoughts that come to mind when you see this pendant. The gold is warm, 15kt and rich. It enhances the white of the pearls and accents of white...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Rock Crystal Graduated Bead Necklace, Amethyst & Clear, Sterling Silver
Located in Milford, DE
Embrace the allure of yesteryear with this vintage necklace, a stunning piece that captures the essence of classic elegance. This necklace features graduated faceted rock crystal bea...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage Trifari Crown Sapphire Crystal Necklace, Pave Crystal, Silver Tone Chain
By Trifari
Located in Milford, DE
Discover the elegance of the past with the vintage Trifari Crown necklace, a timeless piece that exudes classic charm. This exquisite necklace features 1-inch faceted light-sapphire ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Retro Necklaces
Materials
Crystal
Victorian Lapis Lazuli Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Silver Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a marquise shape surmount suspending a cross pendant of carved lapis lazuli
Opaque ultramarine blue with gold pyrite flecking and decorated with vine motif appliqué
Sil...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Shell Cameo Turquoise Pendant Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant and pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
It features a shell cameo depicting a lady.
The frame is adorned with 4 turquoises.
Weight: 5.47g
Size...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Chain with solitair pendant set with diamond 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a solitaire pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.00ct – K/L – SI – 45 cm long
detailed description:
the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide
the pen...
Category
1880s French Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
necklace of Pearl with a lock with ruby and diamonds 10k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
10k yellow gold with silver lock set with ruby and rose diamonds on a pearl necklace - 60 cm long
detailed description
the length of the necklace is 60 cm long by 3.8 mm wide
th...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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
Victorian I cling to thee locket, Whitby Jet and sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Victorian Whitby Jet and sterling silver locket is truly unique and incredibly beautiful.
This locket is an oval shape with a smooth polished jet front and back, mounted on a silver frame, the front has applied silver detailing of two Ivy leaves and an engraved love heart.
The heart is engraved: I cling to thee...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Necklace and pendant set with rose cut diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver entourage pendant with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long
detailed description:
necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide
siz...
Category
1990s Dutch Early Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Micro Mosaic 18K Pendant and Brooch, c. 1880
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique micro mosaic 18K yellow gold pendant and brooch, c. 1880. This is a superb example of a fine micro mosaic done in the 19th century. The ornate composition centers swan in m...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Sapphire Pink Chunky Chain Necklace French Medal Silver Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Pink Chunky Chain Necklace 26" French Medal Silver Bronze J Dauphin
Chain can be worn as shorter and is adjustable. Thick Gold Filled Chain.
Fre...
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2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish agate cross pendant, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
We love this unusual antique, early Victorian era Scottish agate conversion pendany.
Circular in shape it has a cut out design with a cross to the centre, the cross is set with vary...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 9k 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
Victorian 14K Gold Graduated Fringe Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold fringe necklace encapsulates the essence of romantic jewelry from the Victorian era. Graduated elongated drops topped with round spheres dangle from the 15” necklace. T...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Antique Diamond Pendant or Clip with Old Mine & Rose Cuts, Approx 1.98 Ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
An absolutely stunning Victorian period Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Dress Clip with super fiery old mine cut & rose cut diamonds along with a sizable lustrous pearl drop. Just gorgeou...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian era 18K gold coat of arms photo locket pendant lion crown flowers
Located in Versailles, FR
Step back in time with this rare 19th-century locket pendant, a timeless treasure steeped in history and heraldry. Adorned with a beautiful coat of arms featuring two noble lions, a ...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
A Victorian Gold and Garnet Pendant with a Diamond Star
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15 carat gold Victorian oval pendant set with a large deep red carbuncle garnet incrusted with a six pointed star at the centre set with a large cushion cut diamond surrounded by s...
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Fairfield, CT
This striking vintage skull pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that blends gothic charm with classic elegance. The pendant is skillfully carved from what appears to be jet or charcoal, providing a deep, matte contrast to the gleaming gold-tone bail that attaches it to a chain.
During the 19th century, jet was established as a gemstone for mourning, and demand for mourning jewelry during the Victorian era led to extensive excavations of jet in Whitby. Victorian Whitby Jet jewelry...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Red Coral Rows, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Double Strand Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
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Category
1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold, Britannia Standard 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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