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Sonya Ooten White Twisted Multi Strand Necklace and Bracelet, A Set
Located in Bradenton, FL
inches long and may also be used as an extender for the necklace. Each is marked with Ooten cipher and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Christian Dior Vintage Crystals Openwork Cluster Flower Leaf Braid Omega 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
to find.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 38 cm, extend chain: 6 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1980s Vintage Green Enamel Crystals Leaf Flower Omega Mesh 4 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Rhinestones, Enamel.
Size: Necklace: 40.0*1.0 cm, extend chain: 2 cm, pendant 5.5*4.6 cm. Earrings: 4.4*2.4
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage White Clear Whole Crystal Circle Oval Drop 2 Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: approx. 40 cm. Extended chain: 7 cm. Centre pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Amethyst Crystals Sunburst Gold Water Drop 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 36 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. pendant: 1.5*2.3 cm. Earrings: 2.5
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Lapis Navy Blue Rectangle Oval Cabochon Stone Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Set Elegant Modernist Pendant Necklace Pierced Earrings, Gold Tone
Very good condition. 100% Genuine
Category
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Coral Orange Heart White Pearls Flower Wreath Love 3 Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
: Earrings: 1.7*1.5 cm, Necklace: 34 cm, extended chain 6 cm. Brooch: 3.6*3.6 cm.
Weight: Earrings: 8 g
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Amethyst Purple Gold Water Tear Drop Wings 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
and rare to find.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 32 cm, extend chain: 2
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE Lapis Foil Rectangle Double Strands Link Chain 2 Gold Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, stone.
Size: pendant: 1.4*0.9 cm, necklace chain: 37 cm, extended chain: 5 cm
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage White Pearl Flower Snowflake Crystal Sunburst Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
: Necklace: 34 cm, extend chain: 6 cm, pendant: 2.1*1.8 cm. Earrings: 2.2*2.2 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 15 g
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970 Glow Crystals Heart Love Knot Gold Pendant Bow 2 Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
: pendant: 2.5*1.8 cm, necklace chain: 38 cm, extended chain: 6 cm. Earrings: 1.8*1.4 cm.
Weight: necklace
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Whole Crystals Chain Interlocked Linked Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 37*0.5 cm, extend chain: 2 cm. Bracelet: 17.5
Category
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Sapphire Clear Crystals Water Tear Drop Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, extend chain: 5 cm. pendant: 2.2*0.7 cm. Earrings: 2.4*0.7 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 6 g, Earrings: 6 g
Category
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Coral Orange Gold Floral Cabochon Interlocked Linked 2 Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
Openwork 2 Jewellery Set Necklace Clip Earrings, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% genuine
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Coral Orange White Crystals Forget Me Not Flower Leaf 4 Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
signed.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Resin.
Size: Necklace 36 *2.5 cm, Extended chain: 6
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Oval Flower Pearls Crystals Shell 2 Set Gold
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Size: Necklace: 36 cm, extend chain: 2 cm, pendant: 2.0*1.8 cm. Earrings: 2.2*1.9 cm.
Weight: Necklace
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Double White Round Pearls Crystals Elegant 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
plated metal, Faux pearl, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 38 cm, extend chain: 5 cm, pendant: 1.2*0.9 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Kiss Cross X Crystals Link Omega Woven Chain Charm Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: 36 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. three pendant: 1.7*1.2 cm. Earrings: 1.7*0.8 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Custard Cream Lapis Crystals Wide Omega Domed Gold 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Stones, Enamel.
Size: Necklace: 37*2.5 cm, extend chain: 6 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Large Oval Circle Black Clear Crystals Double Rope 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
: Necklace: 40 cm, extend chain: 2 cm. pendant: 14.5*2.5 cm. Earrings: 3.0*2.5 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 70 g
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Statement Grey Pearl
Rhinestone Choker
Cuff 2000s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Fastening: Necklace - lobster clasp with extender/adjustable chain. Bracelet - no opening, slides over hand
Category
Early 2000s Choker Necklaces
Christian Dior GROSSE 1985 Triangle Onyx Crystals Radiant Milanese Woven 2 Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, extended chain: 5 cm, pendant 9.0*5.3 cm. Earrings: 3.5*3.0 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 92 g. Earrings: 14 g
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Green Red Navy Maltese Cross Heart Shield 3 Set
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
, Enamel.
Size: Necklace: 37 cm, extended chain: 7 cm Bracelet: 17 cm, extended chain: 4 cm.. Earrings
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Oscar de la Renta Silver-Plated Coral Branch Choker with Swarovski Crystals
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Santa Monica, CA
.
Measuring 11 inches in length with a 4-inch extender, the necklace offers versatility in fit, ensuring
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Base Metal, Brass
$376 Sale Price
20% Off
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Flower Sunburst White Oval Pearls Crystals 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
pearl.
Size: Necklace: 36 cm, extend chain: 2 cm, pendant: 2.0*1.8 cm. Earrings: 2.2*1.9 cm.
Weight
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Peacock Eye Paisley Cabochon Turquoise Lapis Crystal Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Resin.
Size: Necklace: 39 cm, extend chain: 6 cm, each pendant
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Turquoise Heart Coral Lapis Marquise Stone 3 Set
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, Stones, Resin.
Size: Necklace: 44 cm, extended chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 3.5*3.5
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Crown Trifari 1958 Blue White Enamel Crystals Flower Fern Leaf Openwork 4 Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
set.
Material: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones, Enamel.
Size: Necklace 36 *3.0 cm, Extended chain
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Link Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Crown Trifari 1950s Green Turquoise White Crystals Forget Me Not Flower 3 Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Wokingham, England
. All are signed.
Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Resin.
Size: Necklace 36 *2.5 cm, Extended
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Link Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage High Triangle Rivet Oval Glow Chunky Silver Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
metal.
Size: Necklace: 38 cm, extended chain: 8 cm. Largest Centre charm: 8*2 cm. Earrings: 7.0*2.0 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
Christian Dior Vintage Large Vivid Openwork Gold Silver Leaf Linked Drop 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
metal, Silver plated metal.
Size: Necklace: 44*3.3 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. Earrings: 6.5*3.2 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
1.15 Carat Natural Emerald Carabiner Charm Extension for Stylish Layering
Located in Jupiter, FL
jewelry collection. Whether used to extend necklaces, attach charms, or act as a statement charm itself
Category
2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold
Peacock Ivory Colored Beads with Hanging Pendant Artisan Style
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
10 carved peacock beads are extended on a necklace measuring 16 inches.
The ivory colored beads
Category
20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
$299 Sale Price
60% Off
Christian Dior GROSSE Citrine Trio Layer Strands Crystals Roll Bar Charms 2 Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
*1.6 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. Bracelet: 17 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 17 g, Bracelet: 5 g.
_ _ _
Great for
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1985 Massive Door Knocker Crystals Catwalk 2 Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
plated metal, Rhinestones.
Size: Necklace: Length: 38 cm. Extended chain: 6 cm. Largest pendant: 3.8*3.5
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Citrine Clear Topaz Oval Cabochon 2 Set
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Wokingham, England
the rear.
Material: Gold plated metal, Resin.
Length: Necklace: 40 cm. Extended chain: 6 cm
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Givenchy Vintage Iconic 4G Logo Monogram Interlocked Linked 2 Set, Silver Gold
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
plated metal, Silver plated metal.
Size: Necklace: 34.0*0.8 cm. Extended chain: 7 cm. Bracelet: 22*0.8
Category
Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver Plate
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1998 Beads Pearls Leaf Feather Layer Lattice 3 Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, extended chain: 6 cm Bracelet: 18.5*3 cm, extended chain: 4 cm. Earrings: 7.0*2.2 cm.
Weight: Necklace
Category
1990s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
Christian Dior GROSSE Citrine Crystals Bar Cylinder Six 6 Strands Layers 2 Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, extend chain: 6 cm. Bracelet: 17 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 30 g, Bracelet: 6 g.
_ _ _
Great for everyday
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Christian Dior by John Galliano Citrine Bead Crystals Bib Tassel Layer Drop Set
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
.
Material: Gold plated metal, Resin.
Size: Necklace: 36 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. each charm drop: 2.5 cm
Category
1990s German Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Louis Rousselet Signature Pearl Parure
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
cluster earclips.
Necklace 14.50", Extender 2.25"
Bracelet 7.25"
Earrings 2" length, width 1
Category
Vintage 1940s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Amber Glass 3-Piece Parure — Necklace, Bracelet
Earrings, 1960s
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage Amber Glass 3-Piece Parure — Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, 1960s
Description
A dramatic
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Crystal, Amber
Christian Dior Vintage 1969 Baroque Pink Emerald Marble Openwork Tassel 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
: 40*0.5 cm, extended chain: 6 cm. Earrings: 1.7*1.5 cm.
Weight: Necklace: 25 g. Earrings: 3 g/each
Category
Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Brooches
Materials
Silver Plate
Convertible Gold Bracelets
Located in New Orleans, LA
for the bracelet to transform into a necklace and extended at will.
Set in original fitted box
Circa
Category
Antique 19th Century Link Bracelets
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$78,500
Vintage Fob Chain Hand Made in Solid Rose Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
originally used for securing a pocket-watch, but can be worn as a wrap bracelet or necklace, if extended.
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Link Bracelets
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
1.22 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Halo Pendant and Earrings Set
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
.
The chain is 16" with 2" extender.
The necklace weighs 2.6 grams.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gray Oblong Shape x Pearl Geometric Earrings
By Aracheli Studio
Located in Monrovia, CA
protection for anti-tarnish and is made for extended wear.
This necklace is handmade and composed of
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Vendome Crystal Pearl Droplet Collar
Cuff 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
bracelet with cascading faux pearl and crystals drops to finish. The necklace features a lovely extender
Category
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
vintage BSK textured Cleopatra collar
bracelet 1960s
By BSK
Located in Wilmslow, GB
.
Materials: Gold plated metal
Signed: BSK
Fastening: Necklace - hook and extender, bracelet - fold over clasp
Category
Vintage 1960s More Jewelry
Apatite and Vasonite Necklace
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
diameter. The necklace extends 16" - 17.5" in length and finishes with a faceted apatite bead and vasonite
Category
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16", [sterling silver]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sterling silver ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16", [sterling silver]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-16-sterling-silver-for-sale/j_29672/j_238918621724545900504/j_23891862_1724545900896_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16\", [sterling silver]")
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18", [gold vermeil]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The gold vermeil ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by its
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18", [gold vermeil]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-18-gold-vermeil-for-sale/j_29672/j_238917921724544467802/j_23891792_1724544468420_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18\", [gold vermeil]")
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16", [gold vermeil]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The gold vermeil ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by its
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16", [gold vermeil]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-16-gold-vermeil-for-sale/j_29672/j_238917721724544123710/j_23891772_1724544124298_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 16\", [gold vermeil]")
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18", [sterling silver]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sterling silver ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18", [sterling silver]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-18-sterling-silver-for-sale/j_29672/j_238918921724546585215/j_23891892_1724546585601_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 18\", [sterling silver]")
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20", [gold vermeil]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The gold vermeil ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by its
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20", [gold vermeil]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-20-gold-vermeil-for-sale/j_29672/j_238918221724545157847/j_23891822_1724545158478_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20\", [gold vermeil]")
Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20", [sterling silver]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sterling silver ‘Cumulus Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ features our lofty bar inspired by
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
![Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20", [sterling silver]](https://a.1stdibscdn.com/cumulus-extendable-necklace-20-sterling-silver-for-sale/j_29672/j_238919021724546853751/j_23891902_1724546854189_bg_processed.jpg?width=240 "Cumulus Extendable Necklace, 20\", [sterling silver]")
Scallop Extendable Necklace, 18", [sterling silver]
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The sterling silver ‘Scallop Mixed Chain Extendable Necklace’ centers on our scallop-edged bar, a
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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Necklace Extender For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact necklace extender you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a necklace extender may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic necklace extender over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A necklace extender can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and uncut alternatives. Finding a necklace extender for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Necklace Extender?
Prices for a necklace extender can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $479 and can go as high as $63,750, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,160.
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.
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