Key Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Mixed Metal
2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Greek Hellenistic Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Rhodocrosite, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Morganite, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise Matrix, Silver, Mixed Metal
Early 2000s Finnish Modernist Link Necklaces
Silver
Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Ruby, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
2010s Austrian Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal
2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Hematite, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Charoite, Gold, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
20th Century Dutch Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chrysocolla, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
Antique Early 17th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
Antique Early 17th Century South American Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver
2010s Israeli Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s Central American Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sa...
20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Ruby, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Antique Early 17th Century Peruvian Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Charoite, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Amber, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Early 17th Century South American Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Silver, 14k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Peridot, Kyanite, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Other, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Turquoise, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Mixed Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
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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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Necklaces with key pendants symbolize opening a door of opportunity or holding the key to the wearer's heart. They make for great gifts for romantic partners.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wearing a key on a necklace is often done as a sign of good luck or freedom ahead. The key can be a symbol of unlocking any obstacles as you move forward through life. On 1stDibs, find a collection of key pendants.
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