Festoon Necklace
Vintage 1940s Regency Choker Necklaces
Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Enamel, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Copper
20th Century Chinese Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
2010s Nepalese Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
2010s Nepalese Paintings and Screens
Gold Leaf
20th Century Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Bronze
Late 20th Century Nepalese Tibetan Sculptures and Carvings
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Bronze
Vintage 1930s Chinese Chinoiserie Sculptures and Carvings
Porcelain
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indian Medieval Sculptures and Carvings
Sandstone
Vintage 1910s British Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Early 19th Century British Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Drop Necklaces
1990s French Beaded Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century Drop Necklaces
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Rubelite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American More Necklaces
Early 20th Century Edwardian More Necklaces
Gold-filled
20th Century More Necklaces
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Unknown Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s More Necklaces
20th Century Choker Necklaces
Garnet
Mid-20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces
Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Victorian More Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Czech Drop Necklaces
1950s American Fashion
Citrine
Vintage 1950s More Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
Garnet, Pinchbeck
English Drop Necklaces
15k Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Antique 1840s British Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Citrine, 15k Gold
Mid-20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces
Moonstone, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Chain Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Silver
Antique 1830s British Georgian Multi-Strand Necklaces
15k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Retro Drop Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Drop Necklaces
Opal, 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.
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