Simple Necklace
Aquamarine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Tanzanite
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro More Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Link Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Coral, Ruby, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Rock Crystal, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
1990s American Modern Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Chain Necklaces
Mixed Metal
1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Opal, 14k Gold
1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Link Necklaces
Jade, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century North American Retro Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Swedish Chain Necklaces
Silver
1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Romantic Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Silver
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Silver
Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces
Coral, Silver
2010s British Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Link Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Choker Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century More Necklaces
2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Platinum, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
1990s Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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.
- 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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