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Van Cleef
Arpels 18 Karat Gold 0.82 Carat Diamond Lapis, Coral
MOP Necklace
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
both the bale and pin.
The necklace measures 16" long with three strands of 5mm pearls.
It is
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k ...
Vintage Enameled SilverHeartPendants Linked Adjustable Chain Decor Belt Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
. This enables it to also be worn as a long necklace with all the hearts in front and without a dangling
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
DOLCE
GABBANA Vintage Emerald Green Crystals Floral Interlock Belt Necklace
By Dolce
Gabbana
Located in Wokingham, England
Long Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Versatile necklace.
A very
Category
1990s Italian Vintage Long Necklace
Chanel 1986 Ceinture Chaine Perles T70 a 85 Maxi Chain Pearl Belt 28 to 34 in
By Chanel, Victoire de Castellane
Located in PARIS, FR
condition and would also look beautiful worn as a long necklace or double-wrap necklace. It comes in its
Category
1980s French Vintage Long Necklace
Chaumet Jewelry Suite
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
tiger’s eye. The set includes a long sautoir necklace with cascading colorful drops, a matching bracelet
Category
20th Century French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Tiger s Eye, 18k Gold
$90,000 / set
Christian Dior Vintage White Enamel Crystal Openwork Chunky Pendant Cuban 2 Set
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Chain Necklace Long Pierced Earrings 2 Jewellery Gift Set, Gold Tone
Very good condition. Not any
Category
1980s German Baroque Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
An Iconic 1990s Leather and Metal Chain Belt by Chanel
By Chanel
Located in Aci Castello, IT
masculinity (the chain) with femininity (the leather).
Can be worn long as a statement necklace, doubled for a
Category
Late 20th Century European Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Gay Freres -18k gold with ruby, brilliant cut diamonds up to 7.00ct and hematite
By Gay Freres
Located in The Hague, ZH
diamonds. 7.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - on a hematite bead necklace - 45 cm long
detailed description
The
Category
1990s Dutch Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Hematite, Ruby, 18k Gold
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL "Let Them Eat Cake" Grey
Clear Rhinestone Parure
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
wide and 2 inches long. The necklace is signed several time with an oval plaque signed Kenneth Lane
Category
1980s American Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Base Metal
Vintage Statement Big Cat Chain Collar
Earrings 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
over clasp, Earrings - clip on
Approximate Dimensions: Necklace - 40cm long, 3.5cm drop , Earrings
Category
1980s British Romantic Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
estimated to be VS2 clarity and I color for the total .14 carat.
The pendant measures 1-9/16 inches long
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Andrew Grima Vintage Textured 18ct Yellow Gold Chain 1975
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct yellow gold long sautoir necklace by Andrew Grima, 1975. This necklace can be
Category
Late 20th Century British Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
18k Gold
Pave Diamond White Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
necklace - great for travel. The heart measures .60" wide and .55" tall. The necklace is 16" long.
Category
20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver
A classic rope of baroque pearls, with medallions/coins, Chanel, Paris 1980s.
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very classic and very wearable long pearl necklace with 'coin' elements interspersed. Can be
Category
1980s French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gilt Metal
CHANEL 2 row collier with larg pearls, green Gripoix signed 97A - 1997 Autumn
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
= 43 cm = 17".
The lower pearl necklace is longer, so the necklace lies nicely around the neck. The
Category
1990s American Artisan Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate
Diamond Cocktail Pendant In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
diamonds have I-SI clarity and a near colorless white hue. The necklace measures 16.25" long and is 1.5 mm
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,120 Sale Price
20% Off
CHANEL CROSS SAUTOIR, green pat de verre of maison Gripoix, signed 1970/80 Paris
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
parts. One oval element with Chanel Tac has slight damage.
- Beautiful long CHANEL necklace / sautoir
Category
1970s French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gold Plate
Movado Vintage Heart Diamond 0.45 Carats Eighteen Karat Gold 16.40 Inch Pendant
By Movado
Located in New York, NY
" long
With box
The necklace itself is made of a delicate and durable chain that complements the pendant
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,533 Sale Price
30% Off
RobertGoosens for CocoChanel Gilt LostWaxCastPearlTalisman&Charms Chain Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
craft for Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel one-of-a-kind Byzantine-style long decorative-chain necklaces with
Category
1950s French Byzantine Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Silver, Vermeil
Vintage Georgian Style Statement Crystal Droplet Rivière
Earrings Set 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
of matching, long teardrop earrings. The intensity of the emerald crystals is mesmerising and the
Category
1960s British Georgian Vintage Long Necklace
Abstract 1970
s Leaf Pendant in Yellow Gold with White, Yellow
Brown Diamonds
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
& Measurements:
Pendant: 2-1/2" long x 1" wide
Necklace: 18" long x 3mm wide (bead width)
Total Necklace
Category
Late 20th Century Israeli Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Zircon, Tourmaline, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamon...
14k Gold Chandelier 2.30ct Genuine Natural Tanzanite Pendant w/Diamonds
#C3757
Located in Big Bend, WI
measures 1" long with the bail, and it includes a chain that is 18" long. The necklace weighs 1.7 dwt., and
Category
20th Century Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold
Georg Jensen Denmark Vintage Sterling + Coral Dove Set
By Georg Jensen
Located in Narberth, PA
under 1" in diameter. The bracelet measures approximately 7" long, 1" wide. The necklace measures
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
Miriam Haskell Chain and Pearl Lariat
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Long versatile rope necklace of gilt chain and pearls to wrap as desired by MIriam Haskell
Category
1960s American Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gilt Metal
Denise Roberge 18k Gold 2.10ct Bezel Diamond Slide Pendant
Black Silk Cord
By Denise Roberge
Located in Montclair, NJ
substantial and long black silk cord necklace that measures 28 inches in length, securing with a large
Category
1990s Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exquisite 1950s Juliana by DeLizza
Elster Zebra Glass Crystal Demi Parure
By Juliana
Located in Wilmslow, GB
ring
Approximate Dimensions: Necklace 42cm long 6cm drop. Earring 3cm
Established in 2016, this is a
Category
1950s Vintage Long Necklace
1960s Bogoff Pink Rhinestone Lariat
Earring Set
By Henry Bogoff
Located in Toronto, Ontario
sometime after 1970. Very good vintage condition, some small signs of wear.
Earring: 2.25" long
Necklace
Category
1960s American Vintage Long Necklace
Vintage
Italian Vintage
Grande Butterfly Collar
Cuff Demi-parure 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
, simulated pearl
Fastening: Necklace and Bracelet - push in clasp
Approximate Dimensions: Necklace 53.5cm
Category
1990s Vintage Long Necklace
Phillipe Ferrandis Agate, Pate de Verre and Wood Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Phillipe Ferrandis' super long multi-strand necklace of bezel set genuine striped agates mixed with
Category
1980s French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Agate, Gilt Metal
Louis Rousselet Signature Pearl Parure
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
. Comprising a two strand flexible necklace on metal wire, a two strand flexible wrap bracelet and long pearl
Category
1940s French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gilt Metal
Van Cleef and Arpels Diamond Link Set
By Van Cleef
Arpels
Located in New York, NY
connected to form one very long necklace, two shorter necklaces, or a combination of necklaces and bracelets
Category
20th Century French Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Red Long Amber Necklace, 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
be something for you. These beads have a beautiful red color.
This is an amber necklace which is
Category
1960s Baltic Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Multi-gemstone
$201 Sale Price
57% Off
Vintage Red Long Amber Necklace, 1960
Located in Oirlo, LI
be something for you. These beads have a beautiful red color.
This is an amber necklace which is
Category
1960s Baltic Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Multi-gemstone
$201 Sale Price
69% Off
Bvlgari Long 18k Gold Link Necklace/Bracelet Combination
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Long 18k Gold Link Necklace/Bracelet Combination
Details:
18k gold, signed Bvlgari, Made
Category
20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Vintage Chanel Sautoir, France
By Chanel
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
A really eye-catching sautoir (or long necklace) finished in twisted gold coloured metal chains
Category
20th Century French Other Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Metal
Samantha Black Vintage Satin Jumpsuit
Draped Jacket Cocktail Chic Set size 10
Located in Palm Desert, CA
jumpsuit and draped jacket. We purchased the amazing long necklace from this client as well! We had to
Category
1990s American Vintage Long Necklace
Mauboussin Paris 1950 Mido Skeleton Round Watch pendant Stainless 18kt And Onyx
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
element carved from natural black onyx. This pendant watch can be displayed in a long necklace chain.
The
Category
1950s French Retro Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Copper, Steel, Stainless Steel
$1,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Harlem NY, Black and White Photograph, African Americans, Fashion Show 1960s
By Leonard Freed
Located in New york, NY
fashion back in the day when African Americans in Harlem enjoyed long necklaces, glamorous gowns, and
Category
1960s Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Photographic Film, Photographic Paper, Silver Gelatin
Vintage gold tone chain glass pearls emerald beads long designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with glass stones
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
Category
20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Long, Vintage Bar Chain or Darcy Chain Type Necklace, about 28 Inches
Located in Warrenton, OR
Long, Vintage Bar Chain or Darcy Chain Type Necklace, about 28 Inches. This collectible vintage
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Brutalist Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Metal
$240 Sale Price
20% Off
Chanel Black and Gold Rare Vintage Runway Long Chain Necklace Sunglasses
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Black and Gold Rare Vintage Runway Long Chain Necklace Sunglasses
These are the most sought
Category
1990s Italian Vintage Long Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Five 5 Strands Plum Blossom Swag Chain Long Belt Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Modernist Elegant Chain Long Belt Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Versatile
Category
1960s German Vintage Long Necklace
27.35 Carats Natural Loose Bicolor Tourmaline 24 Mm Long For Necklace Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Bicolor Tourmaline
Weight: 27.35 Carats
Dimension: 24X12X10.7 Mm
Origin: Kunar Afghanistan
Shape: Emerald
Color: Green & Peach Yellow
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Custome...
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Arts and Crafts Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline
$11,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage 1970s Tiffany
Co. Curb Link Necklace
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in New York, NY
a bracelet.
18 inches long as necklace
Size 8 1/2 inches as bracelet
Category
1970s Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
18k Gold
Etoile Gold Diamond Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold triple chain necklace, with a watch pendant. Case adorned with 4 diamonds. Necklace is
Category
20th Century Swiss Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Gold
1950s Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
in the center approx. 1.26ct J/VS. Surrounding stones are approx. 0.55ctw, and pearls. Necklace is 18
Category
Mid-20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Superb Vintage Silver Jewel Aztec design Necklace Taxco Mexico
Located in London, GB
A stunning and collectible Long vintage silver Necklace crafted in Taxco, Mexico, and dating to
Category
20th Century Mexican Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Silver
Vintage Emerald Oak Leaf Necklace by Lisner
By Lisner
Located in Southampton, NY
collectors and this necklace is a prime example of why people love it.
This green necklace is 17.5" long
Category
20th Century European Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Lucite
Burma Ruby Diamond Gold Earring and Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
rubies weighing approximately 8cts total
- Necklace 16.5“ long x 3/16” wide
- Pendant 1.5” long x 0.75
Category
1970s German Revival Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
PAJ BB CHINA gold plated purple crystal designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed PAJ BB China
• gold plated with crystals
• vintage designer necklace
Category
1990s Vintage Long Necklace
Vintage Silver Pendant Necklace with Baltic Reverse Honey Amber Cameo
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A set consisting of a long pleaded sterling silver necklace with a length of 60 cm and a hand
Category
Mid-20th Century European Victorian Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Silver
Modernist 18K Yellow Gold Necklace and Earrings, Atomic Style
Located in Toledo, OH
7.5mm diameter, detailing on each bead. The necklace is 16" long with 7.5mm balls, tested 18.5K
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Gold
18KT UNOAEERE earrings WITH 14kt gold clasp Quality Cultured pearl necklace.
By UnoAErre
Located in Mumbai, IN
14kt gold clasp Quality Cultured pearl necklace 51 Cm Long, 6mm Large Approx with
UNOAERRE marked
Category
1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
14K White Gold Diamond Earrings Diamond Pendant Diamond Necklace Set
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
. The pendant measures 12mm x 7mm thick. The chain is 16 inches long. The necklace weighs 6.2 grams
Category
Late 20th Century Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Red Coral Multi-strand Necklace and Earrings Suite with Bone Carving
Located in Lomita, CA
modern and was acquired at an estate sale in Los Angeles. The long torsade necklace is composed of micro
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Coral
$3,055 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Vintage 1970s Original YSL Faceted Crystal Multi Jeweled Opera Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
necklace is 37.5” long. Beautiful piece of jewelry to collect and cherish that is timeless. Made in
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Crystal
Postmodern Silver Hammered Pendant, Necklace by Marjorie Baer California Design
By Marjorie Baer
Located in San Diego, CA
Great design on this nice pendant with original necklace in silver hammered patinated finish circa
Category
20th Century American Post-Modern Vintage Long Necklace
Materials
Silver
$300 Sale Price
20% Off
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Vintage Long Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the vintage long necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Gold Plate and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Finding the perfect vintage long necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. A vintage long necklace from Chanel, Christian Dior and Christian Lacroix — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any vintage long necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 11 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage long necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Vintage Long Necklace?
The price for a vintage long necklace starts at $120 and tops out at $123,750 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,300.
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.
Questions About Vintage Long Necklace
- What is a long necklace called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What long necklaces are called depends on their length. Generally, pieces between 20 and 25 inches long are matinee necklaces, while ones that are 26 to 36 inches long are opera necklaces. Rope necklaces are the longest, measuring more than 36 inches in length. Explore a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a long chain necklace is called depends on its length. Opera chains are 26 to 36 inches long and typically hang below the chest. At 37 inches and longer, rope chains are the longest styles and can be worn loose, layered, wrapped or knotted. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chain necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Extra-long necklaces are usually called rope necklaces. They start at 37 inches in length and can be much longer. One of the biggest benefits of rope necklaces is that their length allows you to style them in different ways. For example, you can knot them, wrap them around your neck or layer them with shorter necklaces. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether 24 inches is too long for a necklace depends on the person wearing it and their individual style. Taller people and those with wider necks may find 24-inch necklaces to be flattering. A 24-inch necklace can also be paired with a low-cut top or layered with shorter necklaces. Explore a large selection of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024No, a 20-inch necklace isn't too long for a woman. Called matinee length, the 20-inch necklace will usually fall below the collarbone and can be an attractive option for work or casual occasions. People with short necks may actually prefer this length because it helps to visually elongate the neckline. A 20-inch necklace can also be a good choice for creating layered necklace effects. Find a wide variety of necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023How long a necklace should be for a plus-size woman depends on what she intends to wear. Generally, 20- to 25-inch matinee-length necklaces are flattering options. However, a necklace should hit just above or below the neckline of tops and dresses. Depending on the style of garment with which you're accessorizing, you may want a longer necklace, like a 26- to 36-inch opera length, or a shorter 18-inch princess length. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of necklaces.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a vintage Tiffany necklace is real, look closely at the links and clasp. Due to their expert craftsmanship, Tiffany Co. links appear continuous and have no visible seams or solder marks. The clasp should also be sturdy and free of solder or glue marks. Hallmarks can also help you authenticate your piece. Most Tiffany Co. jewelry will say the maker's full time or “T&Co.” Items marked simply with “Tiffany” are usually not authentic. Comparing the markings on your jewelry to hallmark images found on trusted online resources can help you identify counterfeits. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage Tiffany Co. necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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