New in Rope Necklaces
1950s Vintage New in Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
20th Century New in Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American New in Rope Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century New in Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
20th Century French New in Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian New in Rope Necklaces
Gold, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary New in Rope Necklaces
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Byzantine New in Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary New in Rope Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage New in Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan New in Rope Necklaces
Ruby, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Contemporary New in Rope Necklaces
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary New in Rope Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American New in Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.