Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Rope Necklaces
White Gold
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Indonesian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Turkish Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
White Gold, 10k Gold
Early 19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Rope Necklaces
Agate, 14k Gold, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Chinese Artisan Rope Necklaces
Jade
20th Century Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Rose Gold, 10k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
White Gold, 10k Gold
Mid-20th Century Czech Rope Necklaces
Crystal
1950s American Modernist Vintage Rope Necklaces
Copper, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Rope Necklaces
2010s Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Unknown Rope Necklaces
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Rope Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s German Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1950s Italian Artist Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Rope Necklaces
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Ruby, South Sea Pearl, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Silver, ...
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
1980s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
1970s American Modernist Vintage Rope Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
1940s Italian Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Victorian Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Tourmaline, Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Artisan Rope Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl and Antique Rope Necklaces
Diamond, pearl and other antique rope necklaces continue to be worn around the world and across cultures, thanks to their many styles and versatility.
While the term rope necklace may conjure up images of a classic gold link chain with a pattern like a rope, it can refer to any long necklace that drapes over the chest. This can include a string of pearls, a fabric rope with a pendant or a metal necklace made of interlocking links.
Rope necklaces are among the most ancient pieces of jewelry. Even before the Bronze Age, when twisted metal necklaces took hold, rope necklaces were fashioned out of natural materials. One found in Israel, dating back 120,000 years, had seashells painted with ocher on a flax string. Even after all these years, necklaces of any kind remain an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit.
Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging — everything from equestrian-inspired pieces to statement brooches have come into vogue in recent years — 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 artisans at Van Cleef & Arpels, the celebrated French jewelry house that has earned the adoration of modern royals, found lots of inspiration in King Tut, whose burial chamber informed the look of Art Deco necklaces and other adornments of the era. David Webb also looked to history for the design of his necklaces, mining the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
Casual beads or a simple pendant can complete a relaxed ensemble, while multiple or heavy jeweled strands can give an outfit instant pizzazz. An antique or vintage rope necklace is the ultimate everyday accessory. Find yours today on 1stDibs.