Belle Epoque Diamond Necklace
Early 2000s German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 15k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, S...
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Topaz, Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Gold
2010s Italian Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century More Jewelry
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Austrian Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique 1890s Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1910s British Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century German Belle Époque Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Antique 1890s Belgian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
20th Century Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Dutch Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Austrian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century British Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century British Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Unknown Edwardian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1890s Belgian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 1890s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Spinel, 14k Gold, Silver
Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1910s French Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century British Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1890s British Belle Époque Link Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
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How Much is a Belle Epoque Diamond Necklace?
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Necklaces for You
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.