Shell Necklaces
Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s North American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Drop Necklaces
Yellow Gold
2010s North American Native American Beaded Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
2010s North American Native American More Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
2010s North American Native American More Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Opal, Pe...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage 1960s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Brass
Antique Early 1800s European Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Rose Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Late 19th Century Choker Necklaces
2010s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Opal, Quartz, Topaz, Turquoise, Cit...
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver
20th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces
Rose Gold
2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoi...
Vintage 1950s Retro Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 18k Gold, Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Japanese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Multi-gemstone
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
20th Century Native American Pendant Necklaces
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
Multi-gemstone
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold
2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklace Enhancers
Onyx, Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold-filled
Antique Early 1900s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire,...
Vintage 1970s Spanish Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
Gold, 18k 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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