Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Gold Chain Necklace 1970

Mid Century Gold Chain

Italy Silver 925 Necklace

White Gold Chain Italy

Italian Gold 16 Inch Necklaces

20th Century Costume Jewelry

Italy 14k Gold Necklace

Unoaerre Gold

Category

1950s Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Filigree Navette Link Chain Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold

$350

Italian Long Diamond Cut Snake Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver

Located in McLeansville, NC

This stunning Italian long diamond cut snake chain necklace is crafted from sterling silver and

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1990s Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Italian Long Diamond Cut Snake Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver

$195

Vintage David Yurman Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace

By David Yurman

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

One Vintage David Yurman Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace. Crafted in 18 karat

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1990s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage David Yurman Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace

$2,500

Vintage Italian 14KT Yellow Gold Sparkle Rope Chain Necklace

Located in McLeansville, NC

A vintage Italian 14 karat yellow gold sparkle rope chain necklace. This thin pendant chain

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1970s Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 14KT Yellow Gold Sparkle Rope Chain Necklace

$325

Yellow Gold Sapphire Chain Necklace

Located in Dallas, TX

This strong 14 Karat yellow gold chain link necklace is accented with 2 large stations of 40

Category

1990s Italian Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Sapphire Chain Necklace

$4,160

Signed VALENTINO Designer Black and Golden Link Chain Bib Necklace Italy

By Valentino

Located in Montreal, QC

Signed Valentino Designer Black and Golden Chain Links make up this Awesome Iconic Bib Necklace

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Signed VALENTINO Designer Black and Golden Link Chain Bib Necklace Italy

$1,350

BVLGARI ITALY 18k Yellow Rose Gold, Diamond, Amethyst Peridot Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow & Rose Gold, Diamond, Amethyst & Peridot Sautoir Chain Necklace 1970s

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold

BVLGARI ITALY 18k Yellow Rose Gold, Diamond, Amethyst Peridot Chain Necklace

$175,000

Chic Gold Rope Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow and white gold rope necklace, Italian. Circa 1960. Designed as a graduated

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1960s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Chic Gold Rope Chain Necklace

$4,750

Vintage Italian gold chain

By BALESTRA

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18k gold chain with faceted mariner links and a safety chain, signed and master signed for

Category

1990s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian gold chain

$3,908

Yellow Gold Byzantine Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Lobster Claw Clasp Italian

Located in Greensboro, NC

Country of Origin: Italy Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Style: Byzantine

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Byzantine Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Lobster Claw Clasp Italian

$2,400

1980 s Chic Italian Heavy Solid 18k Gold Diamond Choker Chain Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

Feel Good with This Italian Heavy Italian diamond Link 18K Gold Choker Chain Necklace. This circa

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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1980 s Chic Italian Heavy Solid 18k Gold Diamond Choker Chain Necklace

$10,999

14K Solid Gold 1980s Chain Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Do not miss out on the 14K Solid Gold 1980s Chain Necklace—a timeless and essential addition to

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

14K Solid Gold 1980s Chain Necklace

$1,975

Bulgari Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace by Bulgari. Details: Length: 16" Weight: 28.1 grams Width

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20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Bulgari Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

$4,700

Chanel Silver CC Chain Belt Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Pasadena, CA

Chanel Silver CC Chain Belt Necklace *Marked 97 -Approximately 35″ long -Very classic and pretty

Category

1990s Italian Artisan Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Chanel Silver CC Chain Belt Necklace

$1,699

Bulgari Double Chain Gold Link Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An unusual Bulgari and very heavy 18K gold curb link chain in two parts. Chains can be worn doubled

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Bulgari Double Chain Gold Link Necklace

$28,000

Bulgari Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A rare Bulgari chain necklace in 18kt yellow and white gold, accented with diamonds, showcasing

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bulgari Ruby Diamond Gold Chain Necklace

$42,000

Fope Popcorn Chain Necklace, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

By Fope

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Fope Country of Origin: Italy Metal Content: Guaranteed 18k Gold as stamped Chain Style

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fope Popcorn Chain Necklace, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

$1,320

Valentino vintage chain necklace with stones

By Valentino

Located in Milano, IT

Eccentric chain necklace with Valentino cross branded on the back. The chain has an intricate

Category

1990s Italian Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Valentino vintage chain necklace with stones

$1,421

Chimento Necklace 14k Bar Link Chain

By Chimento

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A Chimento necklace made of 14k gold features bar links.  Pairs of parallel bar links alternate

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chimento Necklace 14k Bar Link Chain

$3,400

Buccellati long Gold chain link Necklace

By Buccellati

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1970s, 18k, Federico Buccellati, Italy. From the renowned firm of Buccellati, this beautiful

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Buccellati long Gold chain link Necklace

$5,800

Tiffany Co. Retro Vintage Chain Necklace

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold retro vintage chain necklace features bold interlocking links in

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20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Retro Vintage Chain Necklace

$38,000

Cable Chain Necklace, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

Located in Greensboro, NC

Endless style possibilities await you with this radiant NEW necklace! Crafted in Italy of high

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cable Chain Necklace, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

$960

Fine Italian Made 18k Yellow Gold 2.2mm Curb Necklace Chain 24

Located in Birmingham, GB

Italian Made 18k Yellow Gold Curb Necklace Chain. Beautiful 24 inch/60cm curb chain with 2.2mm

Category

20th Century Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Italian Made 18k Yellow Gold 2.2mm Curb Necklace Chain 24

$2,048

Vintage Italian Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold by the Yard Chain Necklace

By Yard

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

One Vintage Italian Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold by the Yard Chain Necklace. Featuring 14 round

Category

1990s Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold by the Yard Chain Necklace

$2,500

Paperclip Link Necklace Estate 18k Yellow Gold Chain Fine Jewelry Italy

Located in Torrance, CA

paperclip necklace features fine links in a long 31 inch chain. Ideal worn as one long necklace or wrapped

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paperclip Link Necklace Estate 18k Yellow Gold Chain Fine Jewelry Italy

$2,875

Vintage Italian Mariner s Link Chain

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

are in the lead of all fashion trends. This necklace is a must have! Vintage Italian Mariner's Link

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Mariner s Link Chain

$3,800

Bulgari Two-Color Gold Long Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A chic two-color 18 karat gold long sautoir chain necklace by Bulgari. Made in Italy, circa 1970

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Bulgari Two-Color Gold Long Chain Necklace

$17,000

Italian Gold UnoAErre Link Chain

By UnoAErre

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning matte Italian Link chain 14K gold UNOAERRE, Italy. 30" end to end Links are .40"long x

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Gold UnoAErre Link Chain

$3,750

Yellow Gold and Diamonds Gourmette Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A Fine Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Gourmette Chain Necklace, of which eight links are highlighted with

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold and Diamonds Gourmette Chain Necklace

$11,000

Bulgari Fancy Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace by Bulgari. Details: Length: 19" Weight: 35.8 grams Width

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Fancy Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

$5,250

Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace Vintage circa 1970s Heavy

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer necklace. Truly a

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace Vintage circa 1970s Heavy

$13,000

1980s Bulgari Gold Heavy Link Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bold and stylish heavy link chain created by Bulgari in Italy in the 1980's. It is made of 18

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Bulgari Gold Heavy Link Chain Necklace

$29,500

18K solid gold snake chain Necklace, 1960 s Italian, Vintage snake, 23.8 inch

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this retro snake necklace. This 18 ct yellow gold necklace is marked with a 750 mark

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K solid gold snake chain Necklace, 1960 s Italian, Vintage snake, 23.8 inch

$2,901

Bulgari Monete Gold Ancient Coin Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A Bulgari "Monete" necklace, the 18kt yellow gold groumette chain sustaining a large bronze coin of

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bulgari Monete Gold Ancient Coin Chain Necklace

$38,000

Bulgari Gold Sapphire and Tourmalines Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bulgari 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace with cabochon Tourmalines and a Blue Sapphire, highlighted

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari Gold Sapphire and Tourmalines Chain Necklace

$37,000

Archimede Seguso for Chanel Glass Chain Necklace

By Archimede Seguso

Located in New York, NY

A beautifully hand crafted black and white glass chain necklace by famous Italian glass house

Category

1960s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Archimede Seguso for Chanel Glass Chain Necklace

$600

1970s Nicolis Cola Lapis Gold Chain Necklace

By Nicolis Cola

Located in New York, NY

A chic long 18kt yellow gold chain of great substance, interlinked and enhances by elements of fine

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

1970s Nicolis Cola Lapis Gold Chain Necklace

$13,500

Cartier Two Color Gold Chain Link Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A two colored 18 carat gold chain with a grain link, signed and numbered: Cartier, circa 1970

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Two Color Gold Chain Link Necklace

$3,434

Bulgari Lucea Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Lucea Necklace by Bulgari. Details: Length: 38" Weight: 38.3 grams Width: 9mm

Category

20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Lucea Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace

$7,250

Vintage Bulgari Monete Ancient Greek Coin Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

A chic vintage Bulgari Monete 18 karat yellow gold curb link chain necklace suspending 3 Ancient

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Bulgari Monete Ancient Greek Coin Chain Necklace

$41,500

Italian Malachite Gold Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A necklace comprised of alternating gold chain and bisected lozenge-shaped malachite plaques, in

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold

Italian Malachite Gold Necklace

$16,500

Vintage 18K Gold 30 in. Snake Chain Necklace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Classic vintage skinny 18k gold snake chain necklace. Made in Italy. Excellent Pre-Owned

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold 30 in. Snake Chain Necklace

$265

Tiffany and Co. Gold Square Links Chain Necklace

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Darnestown, MD

This square links 18 karat necklace by Tiffany easily stands on its own as a decorative necklace

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany and Co. Gold Square Links Chain Necklace

$3,850

Yellow Gold Square Byzantine Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

Located in Greensboro, NC

Mark, 60TV, Italy Condition: Pre-Owned Condition Note: Professionally Cleaned and Polished

Category

20th Century Unknown Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Square Byzantine Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Lobster Claw Clasp, Italy

$3,000

Bvlgari Gold and Coin Long-Chain Monete Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

Bulgari Gold and Coin Long-chain 'Monete' Necklace This necklace has eight alternating ancient

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Artist Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Gold and Coin Long-Chain Monete Necklace

$110,000

Vintage Heavy Double Cuban Link Gold Chain Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

An absolutely stunning Vintage double Cuban link chain necklace with a bold and stylish look

Category

1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Heavy Double Cuban Link Gold Chain Necklace

$8,395

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Long vintage anchor link chain necklace by Cartier made of 18k yellow gold. Stamped with the

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage Yellow Gold Anchor Link Chain Necklace

$10,500

Vintage Sterling Silver Boxy Belcher Link Chain Necklace

Located in NEWARK, GB

A gorgeous vintage sterling silver long boxy belcher link chain necklace. This is a lovely long

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Boxy Belcher Link Chain Necklace

$176

Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Bulgari

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Elegant and stylish chain necklace created by Bulgari in Italy in the 1970s. Made of 18 karat

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Bulgari

$31,500

Van Cleef Arpels Gold Nautical Link Chain Necklace

By Van Cleef Arpels

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Bold yet classy nautical link chain necklace created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1970's

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Gold Nautical Link Chain Necklace

$34,500

Substantial Bulgari 18K Gold Mariner Link Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in London, GB

Necklace is comprised of substantial and stylized mariner links Puffed with a brightly polished

Category

1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Substantial Bulgari 18K Gold Mariner Link Chain Necklace

$45,068

Vintage Italy Yellow Gold Platinum 3mm Cuban Link Chain Necklace 19 Inches

Located in New York, NY

Weight: 8.0 Grams Width: 3 mm Length: 19 Inches Hallmark: PT950 18Kt ITEM #:BR-1079-102423-07

Category

20th Century Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Italy Yellow Gold Platinum 3mm Cuban Link Chain Necklace 19 Inches

$799

Bulgari Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, 1970s

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sharp geometrical chain necklace created by Bulgari in Italy in the 1970s. Classy, timeless and

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, 1970s

$15,900

Bulgari Gold Coin Pendant on Link Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

date period 1821 - 1947 and weighs 37.5 grams. Created by Bulgari in Italy. The heavy link chain is

Category

1970s Italian Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Gold Coin Pendant on Link Chain Necklace

$24,000

Bvlgari 18K Gold Diamond Link Long Chain Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

An exceptional vintage Bvlgari chain necklace, masterfully crafted in 18k gold with a bold and

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Gold Diamond Link Long Chain Necklace

$59,360

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace.Handmade by our artisans assembled with

Category

1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

$2,032

1980s Italian Gold Graduated Cuban Link Chain

Located in Hicksville, NY

Gold Cubain Link Chain Graduating in size 18 Karat (hallmarked) 16 Inches Made in Italy Large

Category

1980s Italian Retro Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

1980s Italian Gold Graduated Cuban Link Chain

$4,000

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Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage italian chain necklaces. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find a collection of 23 vintage versions or 2 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage italian chain necklaces to choose from, but Contemporary and Modern vintage italian chain necklaces are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Bulgari, Federico Buccellati and Tiffany Co. produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many round cut vintage italian chain necklaces for sale. Most of our vintage italian chain necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Italian Chain Necklaces?

On average, vintage italian chain necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $3,100, while they’re typically $750 on the low end and $13,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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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With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.