Rope Necklaces
2010s American Rope Necklaces
White Gold
20th Century Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Rope Necklaces
2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
Coral, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, Gold
2010s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Quartz, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Wh...
1990s Italian Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold
1950s Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Czech Rope Necklaces
Crystal
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 22...
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
2010s Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary European Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Dutch Retro Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Alexandrite, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1860s Antique Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century German Late Victorian Rope Necklaces
Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Native American Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
16th Century Italian Artist Antique Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Bronze
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s European Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
10k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Jade, 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.