Rope Necklaces
2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1990s European Retro Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
1960s Vintage Rope Necklaces
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Rope Necklaces
2010s Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
Late 20th Century Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Renaissance Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
1970s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Hematite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
1960s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
1990s Italian Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Artisan Rope Necklaces
Jade
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Rope Necklaces
Silver Plate
Late 20th Century European Modern Rope Necklaces
20th Century Rope Necklaces
2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Dutch Retro Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Retro Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 14k Gold
20th Century French Rope Necklaces
1990s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Peridot, Tsavorite, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Beryl, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Modern Rope Necklaces
2010s German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
1990s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Rope Necklaces
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 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.