Rope Necklaces
1980s Contemporary Vintage Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Rope Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Czech Rope Necklaces
Crystal
1980s Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
1990s American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
14k Gold
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
1960s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
1970s Swiss Vintage Rope Necklaces
Malachite, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, Gold Plate
1980s Greek Vintage Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Artisan Rope Necklaces
Amber
20th Century Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
20th Century Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
1950s Post-War Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Artist Rope Necklaces
22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Crystal
1970s American Vintage Rope Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond
1950s French Renaissance Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
1950s American Vintage Rope Necklaces
Cultured Pearl
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
1970s English Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Etruscan Revival Rope Necklaces
1980s Japanese Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold
1960s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, Steel
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Topaz, Gold
1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Platinum
1930s Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Late 20th Century French Rope Necklaces
20th Century French Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Swiss Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
1980s American Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Bronze
1970s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Hematite, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Onyx, Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral
1980s French Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby
1990s French Rope Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Late 20th Century Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s French Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Gilt Metal, 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.