Antique Agate Necklace
1890s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
1910s British George V Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
1870s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
1870s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Brass
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Silver
1860s British Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
1850s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 10k Gold, Base Metal
19th Century Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
1890s Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
19th Century French Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
15th Century and Earlier English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Diamond, Gold
1860s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Silver
19th Century British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Diamond, Rose Gold
1890s Late Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate
1920s American Art Deco Antique Agate Necklace
Agate
1920s American Art Deco Antique Agate Necklace
Agate
18th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Carnelian, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
19th Century British George III Antique Agate Necklace
18k Gold
Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
18th Century English Georgian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
1870s British Victorian Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 18k Gold
1910s British George V Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, 9k Gold
19th Century British George III Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Rose Gold
Late 19th Century Moroccan Tribal Antique Agate Necklace
Agate, Coral, Onyx, Silver
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We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, 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 celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.
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