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GUMPS Chinoiserie Onyx Necklace Sautoir In 18Kt Gold With Jade And Diamonds
By Gump s San Francisco
Located in Miami, FL
A long necklace sautoir with orientalism motifs designed by Gumps. Beautiful colorful necklace
Category

1970s American Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Enamel Twist Long Bar Crystals Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Enamel Twist Long Bar Crystals Crescent Modenist Elegant
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior by John Galliano 1990s 8 Strands Square Charm Link Necklace Belt
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Statement Tassel Long Necklace Elegant Modernist Belt, Gold Tone Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine
Category

1990s French Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Crystals Long Bar Versatile Silver Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Crystals Long Bar Versatile Necklace, Silver Tone Very
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Crystals Long Bar Versatile Silver Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Crystals Long Bar Versatile Necklace, Silver Tone Very
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Silver Plate

Tumbled Aquamarine and 18K Gold Beaded Necklace, Worn Long or Short
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A wonderfully versatile tumbled aquamamarine beaded necklace with embossed 18K gold beads
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Vintage Signed Tiffany Co 18k Yellow Gold Long Rectangular Link Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Channel a luxurious vintage look with this signed Tiffany & Co. 18 karat yellow gold link necklace
Category

1970s Retro Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long 14k Gold Polished Textured Oval Knotted Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent statement necklace that was crafted in Italy from solid 14k
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long 14k Gold Polished Textured Oval Knotted Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent statement necklace that was crafted in Italy from solid 14k
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Five-Row Wide 20" Long Yellow Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Five-Row Maillion Panthere Necklace by Cartier. This Cartier Maillon Panthère
Category

1990s French Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Yellow Gold

Giovanni Marchisio 18K Gold Long Textured 3D Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent statement necklace that was crafted in Italy from solid 18k
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

18k Gold

Chanel Baroque Pearl Beads 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Strand Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
necklace from Chanel.
Category

20th Century Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Rectangle Pendant tassel
Category

1990s German Byzantine Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Rectangle Pendant tassel
Category

1990s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Rectangle Pendant tassel
Category

1990s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Long Chain Butterfly Crystals Y Tassel Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1970s Long Chain Butterfly Crystals Y Tassel Elegant Modernist
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Long Monogram Logo Trotter Lariat Rectangle Pendant tassel
Category

1990s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Elegant Modernist
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed at
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Cream Long Triangle Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Cream Long Triangle Enamel Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed at
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Cream Long Triangle Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Cream Long Triangle Enamel Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very
Category

1980s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Black Enamel Crystals Crescent Moon Long Pendant Elegant
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Modernist Elegant
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Black Crystals Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed
Category

1970s German Edwardian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Black Crystals Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Unisex Black Enamel Crystals Crescent Moon Long Pendant Elegant
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

22 Karat Gold Diamond and Pink Tourmaline Long Pendant Necklace, Reversible
Located in Nantucket, MA
reversible. Pendant suspends from a long beaded gold chain with wire work. India, mid 1900's Pendant
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Line Vautrin Long talousel and bronze mirror single row necklace, 1960s
By Line Vautrin
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A magical single row necklace from Line Vautrin, magician and poetess of jewellery, created in the
Category

1960s French Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Base Metal

Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Long Satin Gold Maltese Cross Pendant Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
collection. This particular necklace, with its textured satin gold plating, intricate cast beadwork, and
Category

1970s European Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Long Bar Swirl Swarovski Gold Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
sophisticated, Christian Dior presents this chain necklace. Crafted from polished gold-tone metal, the piece is
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Sterling Silver Navajo Necklace
Located in Toledo, OH
Sterling silver Navajo 28" long necklace. circa 1970s. Handmade alternating tub and round beads
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Sterling Silver

David Yurman Sterling Silver 18 Karat Gold Long Quatrefoil Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sterling silver box chain with intermittent quatrefoil stations One accent station polished gold with ribbed silver center Most stations polished silver with open quatrefoil cente...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s White Crescent Moon Triangle Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Left white part has been lost, barely noticeable. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. It is around 50 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery. Size: 30 cm. Extended chai...
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Beaded Pearls Crystals Long Bar Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Signed at the back. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewe...
Category

1970s German Edwardian Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
100% Genuine. Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Some very light scratches, pendant on the left was light split, but has been repaired, barely noticeable. It is around 5...
Category

1970s German Art Deco Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Cream Long Triangle Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) ' It is around 40 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery. Length: 30 cm. Extend chain: 6 cm. Pen...
Category

1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Extra Long 80" Simulated Pearl Necklace by Joan Rivers, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 80" in total length, can be adjusted down using 4" extender chain - High quality simulated pearls - Gold plated hardware - Clasp closure - By Joan Rive...
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1990s American Modern Vintage Long Necklace

Tiffany Co. Jean Schlumberger One Long Strand Lapis Coral And Diamond Necklace
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous strand necklace: Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger One Long Strand Lapis Coral And Diamond
Category

20th Century American Modern Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Platinum

Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Large Sailor Wheel Long Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Plated CC Large Sailor Wheel Long Chain Necklace *Marked 94 * Made in
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1990s French Artisan Vintage Long Necklace

Tiffany Co Paloma Picasso Enamel Stations Long Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Stations Long Link Necklace from Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co
Category

1980s American Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Tiffany Co Jean Schlumberger XO Link Long Heavy Yellow Gold Necklace
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage X Link Long 27" Heavy Necklace by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co
Category

1990s American Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Yellow Gold

1970s Chanel Gold Toned Long Chain Necklace with 3-Dimensional CC Charm
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1970s Chanel gold toned long chain necklace featuring a 3-dimensional CC charm. Stamped Chanel made
Category

1970s French Vintage Long Necklace

1980s Chanel Gold Toned Long Chain Necklace with CC Resin Ball Charm
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
1980s Chanel gold toned long chain necklace featuring 3-dimensional CC charm in a transparent resin
Category

1980s French Vintage Long Necklace

Chanel Vintage 36-72" Pearl and Gold Plated Long Station Necklace 66238
By Chanel
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
"Store item: 66238 Chanel Vintage 36-72"" Pearl and Gold Plated Long Station Necklace From the
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1980s Vintage Long Necklace

Vintage 1970s Tiger s Eye Gemstone Long Station Chain Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earthy elegance meets 1970s glam in this vintage German-made long station necklace crafted in 14K
Category

1970s European Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Clover CC Faux Pearl Long Chain Necklace 200cm
By Chanel
Located in Bangkok, TH
Year 1983 vintage Chanel gold toned long chain necklace is exquisitely crafted of double gold-toned
Category

1980s French Vintage Long Necklace

18 K rose white Gold Paul Binder Diamond Sautoir
By Paul Binder
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Diamond Sautoir Necklace, signed Paul Binder, Zurich The Sautoir created by Paul Binder (long
Category

1980s Swiss Contemporary Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Flower Motif Long Geometric Necklace Chain in 14K Yellow Gold 34"
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Flower Motif Long Geometric Necklace Chain in 14K Yellow Gold 34" This Geometric Clover
Category

1970s Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bold Gold Long Sautoir Necklace with Patterned Discs by Cartier, circa 1960s
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A bold long sautoir necklace by Cartier c.1960s composed of thirty circular discs of 18ct yellow
Category

1960s French Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Very Long Antique Tibetan Buddist Carved Mala Beads Necklace Must See Pictures
Located in GB
antique Tibetan Buddhism mala bead necklace In perfect antique condition, very very long so it can be
Category

20th Century Asian Artisan Vintage Long Necklace

Vintage Onyx Necklace Long 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Estate Opera Length
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant vintage onyx bead necklace with a 14 karat yellow gold clasp and bead separators. Onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Long Necklace

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What 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 1, 2023
    Whether 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 ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    Extra-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 6, 2023
    What 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 8, 2023
    How 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    No, 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 ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To 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 ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp 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 ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    To 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, 2022
    Vintage 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To 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.

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