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Monet Gold Plated Double Link Chain Statement Necklace circa 1980s
By Monet
Located in London, GB
gold plating, as expected. This is a wonderful vintage statement necklace in a simple design, for a
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Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Berber Gold Plated Morrocan Multi Strand Freshwater Pearl Statement Necklace
Located in London, GB
statement necklace would be fabulous for a wedding. Hundreds of cream pearls give a soft glow and drape
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

Four Flavor Stone Vintage Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
this vintage statement necklace. Great with a white blouse and jeans or to pump up a black dress or
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Vintage 1980s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Quartz, Topaz, Sterling Silver

Napier Gold Plated Shiny Ridged Detail Link Statement Necklace circa 1980s
By Napier
Located in London, GB
. Measuring length 45.7cm / 18 inches, by width 2.1cm / .83 inch. This is a classic heavy vintage statement
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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Handmade 18k Gold GIA Large 200ctw Cabochon Turquoise Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous vintage statement necklace is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features unique
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Mid-20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Multiple Strands Leaves Necklace
By Loulou de la Falaise
Located in Geneva, CH
statement necklace is cast from gold-tone brass and features multi strands of resin beads and leaves
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Vintage 1970s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Clear and Golden Plastic Bead Necklace with Multi Coloured Confetti circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
stylish and unusual vintage statement necklace, circa 1970s.
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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Architectural Asymmetrical Wave Statement Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage architectural wave statement necklace comprised out of 14k electroplated hammered metal
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1990s French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Vintage Modernist Architectural Statement Bib Necklace
By William De Lillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage modernist architectural statement bib necklace by William de Lillo, circa 1970 - comprised
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

VINTAGE 1950s DIAMANTÉ HEART STATEMENT NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s diamanté collar necklace features heart drops, with three larger hearts forming
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Vintage 1950s Rococo Drop Necklaces

Robert Lee Morris Statement Vintage Choker Necklace
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
resin interspersed with gold metal. A strong statement piece and unique necklace often not seen in RLM
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20th Century Choker Necklaces

1970s Vintage Chunky Block Lucite Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The best vintage lucite necklace we have ever listed. This 1970s statement necklace is unique
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Gilt Logo Coin Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage and rare Chanel long gilt coin necklace, comprised out of "metal dore" round textured
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Vintage French Gilt Nautical Pearl Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage French nautical charm necklace, comprised out of a thick gilt metal chain adorned by a
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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Diamante Statement Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage runway Christian Lacroix necklace comprised out of articulated gilt metal segment adorned
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1990s French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold

1960s Pierre Cardin Vintage Modernist Statement Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Incredible vintage 1960s Pierre Cardin gold tone modernist necklace. Chunky geometric shape with
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage Architectural Christian Lacroix Statement Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage architectural gilt-metal statement necklace by Christian Lacroix - made in Paris
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1990s French Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Vintage 1960’s Acrylic Faceted Bib Statement Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular vintage circa 1960's clear acrylic faceted bib statement necklace, comprised out of
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Iconic Vintage Chanel Architectural Colorful Bead Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Iconic massive vintage Coco Chanel runway beaded statement necklace, comprised out of large
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1990s French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Zodiac Inspired Gilt Coin Statement Necklace
By Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Spectacular vintage Maison Goossens for Coco Chanel zodiac inspired multi strand statement
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Vintage 1980s French Byzantine Chain Necklaces

Vintage Roman Coin Gilt Statement Necklace by Ciner
By Ciner
Located in McKinney, TX
Vintage Roman coin motif chunky chain necklace from coveted vintage costume jewelry brand, Ciner
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Huge Vintage Gold Christian Lacroix Heart Statement Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Massive vintage gold-tone necklace by Christian Lacroix - the necklace is comprised out of a thick
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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Statement Crystal Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold toned statement necklace featuring stylized flowers embellished
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20th Century French Link Necklaces

Vintage Freirich Etruscan Statement Bib Necklace French 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Love this piece! An utterley spellbinding statement Etruscan style Freirich gilt necklace. Dating
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20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Statement Gold Conch Shell Collar Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
a kind vintage necklace will be a fabulous style statement and a hugely versatile accessory. Should
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20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage D Orlan Statement Rhinestone Tassel Necklace 1960s
By D Orlan
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A superbly glamorous Vintage D'Orlan Tassel Necklace. Featuring an adorable, long, thick rope style
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Vintage 1960s More Necklaces

Alexis Kirk Vintage Etruscan Glass Cabachon Massive Statement Necklace
By Alexis Kirk
Located in US
Amazing vintage statement Etruscan style necklace by Alexis Kirk is gold plated and featuring
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Vintage 1970s Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Rare vintage 1970s brutalist Steel statement necklace, chain link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare vintage c1970s brutalist statement necklace. Huge oversized imperfect Steel links attached
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Late 20th Century British Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Steel

Vintage MidCentury Cleopatra Collar Statement Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
A MidCentury marvel, this collar necklace is such a statement! Graduated links create a beautiful
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Late 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pierre Cardin Vintage 1960s Massive Modernist Pendant Statement Necklace
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Sparks, NV
Fantastic vintage Pierre Cardin pendant necklace. Giant 3-D Modernist pendant and snake chain
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Turquoise Murano Art Glass Statement Beaded Necklace 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A striking statement Vintage Turquoise Murano Glass Necklace from the 1950s. Featuring three long
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Coco Chanel Gilt, Green and Red Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large and important maltese cross style necklace by Maison Gripoix for Coco Chanel (pre-Karl
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Late 20th Century French Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Unique Vintage William de Lillo Surrealist Cobra Statement Necklace
By William De Lillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A unique (one of a kind) necklace by William de Lillo. The prototype necklace is comprised of a
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Vintage 1960s American Egyptian Revival Chain Necklaces

Vintage Gilded Spheres Statement Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
By Anne Klein
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 20" length - Heavy matte gold plate - 10mm to 20mm ball-shaped beads - Clasp
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Goldette Gilt Turquoise Etruscan Revival Statement Necklace, 1970s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
vintage condition, showing no sign of wear. Ready to be enjoyed immediately.
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Vintage 1970s American Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Chanel Goossens Vintage Goldtone Metal Layered Wheat Statement Choker Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel Goossens Vintage Goldtone Metal Layered Wheat Statement Choker Necklace. Features center
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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Vintage Floral Onyx Bead Costume Collar Bib Choker Statement Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Have fun with this vintage blue black onyx beaded collar statement necklace handcrafted on silk
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Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Stainless Steel

Vintage 1980s Gerard Yosca Golden Ball Cluster Statement Necklace, Signed
By Gerard Yosca
Located in McKinney, TX
- Excellent vintage condition PROVENANCE: From the estate of a Manhattan socialite, whose highly curated
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage Lanvin Mod Green Lucite Gilt Statement Necklace, Signed, 1970s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in McKinney, TX
clasp - By Lanvin - Signed on verso - Made in Paris - Circa 1970s - Good vintage condition PROVENANCE
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Coco Chanel Gilt, Blue, Green and Red Statement Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Large and important maltese cross style necklace by Maison Gripoix for Coco Chanel (pre-Karl
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Vintage 1970s French Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Vintage Signed Donald Stannard Twin Lions Turquoise Amethyst Statement Necklace
By Donald Stannard
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular Donald Stannard Iconic Twin Lions bib Necklace. Fabulous massive Book Piece Necklace
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Statement Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A striking late 20th-century necklace featuring a captivating cabochon-cut red ruby, weighing 3.89
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

1970s Vintage Accessocraft Enamel Gold Eagle Breast Plate Statement Necklace
By Accessocraft
Located in Sparks, NV
Oversized breast plate necklace by Accessocraft featuring a gold eagle. Accessocraft stamp on the
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Vintage Cabochon Ruby and Blue Topaz Sterling Silver Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Spectacular! Genuine Cabochon Ruby and Blue Topaz Bib Necklace. Hand set with Cabochon
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Late 20th Century Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Snake Serpent Platinum and Gold Diamond Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Featuring a Coiled Serpent Snake Platinum and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Black Enamel Chunky Chain Statement Necklace By Monet, 1980s
By Monet
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 18.5" length with additional 2" extender - Gold plated hardware - Black enamel
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Chanel 1980s Pearl Statement Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Complete your collection with this vintage Chanel statement piece! Circa early 1980s, this necklace
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Gilt CC Logo "pate de verre" Statement Drop Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Coco Chanel CC logo statement necklace - comprised out of gilt metal "metal dore" the
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1990s French Baroque Chain Necklaces

Rare Chanel Vintage 1990’s Purple Gripoix Faux Pearl Statement Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Rare Chanel Vintage 90’s Purple Gripoix & Faux Pearl Statement Necklace Made In:France. Year of
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Discs Statement Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold toned chain statement necklace featuring 6 faux tortoise shell
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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Pearl, Black and Clear Glass Pendant Statement Necklace/Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Coco Chanel pendant necklace/ brooch - the necklace is comprised out of white glass pearls
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Vintage Celine Heavy Gilded Chain Statement Necklace with Scarab Charm Accents
By Celine
Located in McKinney, TX
beetle details - Good vintage condition with minor loss to plating PROVENANCE: From the estate of a
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Hannu Ikonen Rare Vintage 70s Reindeer Moss Bronze Oversized Statement Necklace
By HANNU IKONEN
Located in San Diego, CA
Super rare HANNU IKONEN 1970s gold bronze brass reindeer moss necklace! Statement making piece of
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Christian Dior Pearl Fancy Cut Crystal Statement Choker Necklace 1970
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A sublime Vintage Dior Pearl Choker dating to the year 1970. Crafted in rhodium plated metal, claw
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Vintage 1970s Choker Necklaces

Tourmaline 100 Carat Multi Strand Statement Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Giant Synthetic Tourmaline Multi Strand Statement Necklace – a true masterpiece
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Dior Statement Crystal Headlamp Collar 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Dior Crystal Collar. Statement style from the House of Dior. Perfection. With archive
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Vintage Statement Gold Omega Style Collar 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
statement piece. In very good vintage condition, 44cms. An absolute find if you're looking to add a stunning
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20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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Vintage Statement Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage statement necklaces. Our collection of vintage statement necklaces includes a variety of colors, spanning Red and more. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. Vintage statement necklaces designed by Chanel, William De Lillo and Christian Lacroix — each of whom created beautiful versions of these treasured items — are worth considering. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Vintage Statement Necklaces?

Prices for vintage statement necklaces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $114 and can go as high as $14,985, while these items, on average, fetch $1,375.

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 Statement Necklaces
  • 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 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 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
    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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