Key Necklaces
2010s American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century British Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Platinum
2010s Italian More Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 9k Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze, Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Citrine, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Pl...
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 10k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Antique 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 9k Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Sterling Silver
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Platinum
Vintage 1940s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Rose 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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