Torque Necklace
1990s Greek Hellenistic Choker Necklaces
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1950s Cameroonian Tribal Mounted Objects
Bronze
20th Century Greek Modernist Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Decorative Mounted Boxes
2010s Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1970s More Necklaces
2010s French Modern Choker Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Gold Plate
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
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1990s French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
20th Century Modernist More Necklaces
Amethyst
20th Century Greek Modern Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Classical Greek Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s German Choker Necklaces
Vintage 1970s French Necklace Enhancers
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Chinese Tribal Tribal Art
Metal
1990s Mexican Pendant Necklaces
Onyx, Sterling Silver
1990s English Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Italian Modern More Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Greek Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces
22k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century French Choker Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s French Modernist Choker Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Danish Choker Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13.75" , Interior diameter 4.5"
Excellent condition
Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s French Drop Necklaces
Vintage 1960s American Drop Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Late 20th Century American Drop Necklaces
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Laotian Folk Art Collectible Jewelry
Metal, Copper, Nickel, Zinc
2010s British Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s More Necklaces
20th Century Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces
Jade, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s More Necklaces
Base Metal
Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Collectible Jewelry
Silver
Early 20th Century Chinese Collectible Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary French Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
21st Century and Contemporary American Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Cuff Bracelets
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1960s More Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Choker Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Choker Necklaces
Agate, Copper
Vintage 1950s Tribal Art
20th Century Danish Collectible Jewelry
Silver
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How Much is a Torque Necklace?
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.
- What is a torque necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A torque necklace is a stiff metal ring or more aptly, a collar, made from a single piece or strands twisted together featuring an opening to slip it onto the neck. Torque is also frequently spelled torc or torq. Find a collection of vintage and modern torque necklaces on 1stDibs.
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