Barrel Clasp Necklace
Antique 1870s British Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Link Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1960s Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Unknown High Victorian Chain Necklaces
Agate, 15k Gold
1990s Chain Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Antique Early 19th Century English George IV Chain Necklaces
Garnet, Gilt Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Link Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1940s American Retro Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Onyx
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Emerald, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Drop Necklaces
Base Metal
Vintage 1950s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1840s French Victorian Choker Necklaces
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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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 clasp on a necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A clasp on a necklace is a small contraption designed to keep the necklace fastened to the wearer’s neck. Different artisans use different types of clasps, such as toggle clasp, hook clasp, and barrel clasp among others. Find a collection of antique and vintage necklace clasps on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024What a necklace without a clasp is called depends on its design. A necklace that doesn't require a clasp due to its length may be referred to by a general term depending on its size. Examples include 26- to 36-inch opera-length necklaces and rope necklaces, which are longer than 36 inches. Some lariat necklaces tie or loop together in the front instead of fastening closed with a clasp. Explore a wide range of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To put a clasp on a pearl necklace, enlist the help of an experienced jeweler or jewelry repair shop. The strings commonly used to produce pearl necklaces are very delicate. Attempting to add a clasp on your own could damage your necklace. Find a variety of pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
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