Padlock Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary British Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Italian Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Link Necklaces
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1990s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl
Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Spinel, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 15k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Turkish Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
1980s Waist Belts
Late 20th Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Metal
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Brooches
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces
2010s French Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Antique 1870s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold
2010s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Chain Necklaces
Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, 15k Gold
2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces
2010s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Gold
Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
French Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Amethyst, Sapphire
Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1820s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a padlock necklace represents is largely a matter of personal interpretation. To many, the lock indicates undying love. Traditionally, a man would present a woman with a lock necklace and would keep a small key that fit it. This indicated that they would remain faithful to each other. You'll find a collection of padlock necklaces on 1stDibs.
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