Key Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Jade
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Rhodium, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Link Necklaces
Zircon, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Retro Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Gold-filled
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Australian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Brass
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s French Retro Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Link Necklaces
Zircon, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 1900s Swiss Pocket Watches
14k Gold, Enamel, Gold
Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces
Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Rose Gold
2010s Australian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Sterling Silver
2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Moonstone, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s Retro Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold
Early 2000s Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Zircon, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Brooches
Hematite, Quartz, Topaz, Platinum, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s African Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Moonstone, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapph...
2010s African Modern Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Sterling Silver
2010s African Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Rubelite, Sterling Silver
2010s African Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
2010s African Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Antique Early 17th Century African Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s African Modern Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s African Modern Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
2010s African Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Brass
2010s Burmese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White 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 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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