Antique Festoon Necklace
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Garnet, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 17th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, Platinum
19th Century Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Citrine, Sterling Silver
1910s Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, 14k Gold
1910s Art Nouveau Antique Festoon Necklace
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
19th Century Antique Festoon Necklace
Pearl, Gold
1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Festoon Necklace
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
19th Century British Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Garnet, 9k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
1910s Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Garnet, Pinchbeck
1860s High Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Late 19th Century French Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
20th Century American Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Citrine, Natural Pearl
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Other, Silver
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Festoon Necklace
19th Century Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold
1920s Scottish Art Deco Antique Festoon Necklace
Agate
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Festoon Necklace
14k Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Festoon Necklace
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Festoon Necklace
Jade, 14k Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold
Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 15k Gold
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Garnet, Gold-filled
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Festoon Necklace
Moonstone, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Antique Festoon Necklace
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Festoon Necklace
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
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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.
- What is a festoon necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A festoon necklace is a decorative necklace with drapes of chain, beads, and metal bindings as aspects of its decoration. It is named after a festoon garland of flowers.
- 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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