French Long Chain
Antique 1680s French Link Necklaces
2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories
21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Modernist Link Necklaces
Silver Plate
2010s French More Necklaces
Gold
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
1990s French Artisan Brooches
1990s French Artisan Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Link Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
Gold Plate
1990s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
24k Gold
1990s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
24k Gold
1990s French Art Deco Link Necklaces
24k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Mid-20th Century French More Necklaces
1960s French Top Handle Bags
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique 1830s French Drop Necklaces
Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
Silver
Antique 1880s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Antique 1870s Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
1990s French Artisan Chain Necklaces
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century French Romantic Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Modern Chain Necklaces
Base Metal
1990s French Chain Necklaces
1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces
Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a long chain necklace is called depends on its length. Opera chains are 26 to 36 inches long and typically hang below the chest. At 37 inches and longer, rope chains are the longest styles and can be worn loose, layered, wrapped or knotted. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chain necklaces.
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