Shell Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
1990s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Enamel
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Vintage 1980s American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Zircon, Brass
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Op...
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Carnelian, White Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Topaz, Turq...
2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral
20th Century German Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 1...
20th Century Charm Bracelets
Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Ster...
Vintage 1950s American Post-War Link Necklaces
Gilt Metal
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Dangle Earrings
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White...
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Necklace Enhancers
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Beaded Necklaces
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Onyx, Brass, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Apatite, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, Other, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Agate, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces
Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Citrine, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Post-War Pendant Necklaces
Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Other, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Citrine, Pearl, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Coral, Pearl, Silver
Early 20th Century Revival Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Spinel
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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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