Shell Necklaces
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Agate, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Vintage 1940s More Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Vintage 1970s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Late 20th Century Link Necklaces
18k Gold
20th Century American Charm Bracelets
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Charm Bracelets
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
Antique 1850s British Victorian Brooches
Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold
English More Necklaces
2010s Danish Artist Choker Necklaces
Pearl
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century French More Necklaces
Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18...
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s American Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Gold
1990s Italian Retro Choker Necklaces
20th Century Unknown Brooches
18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Early 20th Century French Romantic Brooches
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
2010s Danish Choker Necklaces
Amethyst
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, 14k Gold
2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Gold-filled, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Spinel, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold-filled
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Choker Necklaces
Gold-filled, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Opal, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces
2010s French Drop Necklaces
1990s French Retro Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Brooches
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian
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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.
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