Simple Necklace
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s French Chain Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1830s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Chrysoberyl, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Spinel, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro More Necklaces
Onyx, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1990s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Spinel, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Tourmaline, Rose Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold
2010s Indian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Link Necklaces
18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What simple necklaces are called varies based on their style. Most necklaces that show off simple details can be referred to as minimalist. Other names vary based on how they are designed. For example, a simple necklace composed of metal links is a chain necklace, while one that features a small hanging charm is a pendant necklace. Find a wide variety of necklaces on 1stDibs.
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