Micro Mosaic Pendant
Antique 1870s Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
Metal
Antique Early 1900s Victorian More Jewelry
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian More Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
15k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Drop Earrings
Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Hellenistic Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary English Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate, Steel
Antique 1870s Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Antique 1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s Italian Etruscan Revival Brooches
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
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18k Gold
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Base Metal
20th Century Italian Collectible Jewelry
14k Gold
American Brooches
Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches
Gold, Gilt Metal
American Necklace Enhancers
Antique 1880s Russian Classical Roman Brooches
14k Gold, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Necklace Enhancers
18k Gold
Antique 1880s Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Drop Necklaces
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.
- How are micro mosaics made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Micro mosaics consist of small glass pieces known as tesserae arranged to create beautiful patterns and intricate designs. Handcrafted micro mosaics take hours of painstaking craftsmanship and are highly coveted. Shop a collection of antique micro mosaic goods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To date micro mosaic jewelry, examine the hardware. This style of jewelry first became popular during the 19th century (Italian artist Giacomo Raffaelli, founder of the School of Mosaics in Milan, in 1806, is said to have been the first to incorporate micro mosaics into jewelry). Over time, the types of hardware used in the creation of these accessories changed considerably. For example, brooches from the late 19th and early 20th centuries will often have a “C” clasp, while safety pin-style fasteners became popular in the 1920s. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can help you determine the age of a given piece based on the fasteners and clasps on your jewelry. Shop an assortment of micro mosaic jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Micro mosaic jewelry is made with tiny pieces of glass or enamel, which are arranged together to create an image. The glass is usually set in cement or mastic and any gaps delicately filled in with wax. Shop an array of beautiful micro mosaic pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
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