Single Strand Pearls
21st Century and Contemporary French Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
Vintage 1950s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s More Necklaces
Black Pearl, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White...
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces
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Iolite, Cultured Pearl, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, Vermeil
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Freshwater Pearl
Vintage 1960s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
2010s Indian Beaded Necklaces
Black Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Vermeil
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
1990s American Beaded Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1950s British Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
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 8, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a strand of pearls. Create a unified look by opting for pearl earrings like studs, clusters and drops. A pair of hoop earrings can also complement pearls, as can more dramatic dangle earrings set with gemstones. When choosing earrings, consider the occasion. Bolder, larger earrings tend to be more appropriate for night and special events. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The tradition of the royals wearing three strands of pearls comes from Queen Elizabeth II. Her father, King George VI, presented her with a three-strand pearl necklace on her wedding day, and she wore the necklace many times in the years that followed. To honor the late queen, Kate Middleton, the Duchess of York, wore the queen's three-strand pearl necklace to Elizabeth II's funeral. The royal tradition of wearing pearls as mourning jewelry traces back to Queen Victoria. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pearl necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023You can wear many kinds of earrings with a single pearl necklace. There are no rules when it comes to jewelry, so feel free to mix and match pieces as you see fit. If you want to create a bold look, consider big hoops or a pair of dramatic dangle earrings set with pearls or made solely out of precious metal. Pearl, gemstone and precious metal studs can be elegantly understated choices for pairing with a single pearl necklace. Explore a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
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