Shell Necklaces
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mexican Drop Necklaces
2010s Italian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Spinel, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Si...
Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Antique 16th Century Mexican Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s British Artist Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Mexican Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1970s American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Bahamian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1960s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 14k Gold
2010s Australian Modernist Beaded Necklaces
Amazonite, Coral, Multi-gemstone, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces
1990s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Mexican Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Mexican Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Silver Plate, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Bahamian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Silver Plate, Copper
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Silver, Silver Plate
2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Fashion Rings
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Onyx, Copper
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Other
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Emerald, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Choker Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, P...
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel, Silver
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Romantic Drop Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold
1990s American More Necklaces
Carnelian, Garnet
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
Late 20th Century Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Crystal, Silver Plate
2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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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.
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