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Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
indicated price includes the Double Belcher yellow gold chain of 60-65 cm. The powerfully symbolic pendants
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.8 Carat Sapphire Briolettes Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By Volund
Located in Vancouver, CA
), custom cut briollete sapphires (6.1ctw), and diamonds (1.2ctw). Comes with 18K solid gold double chains
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akillis Python Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold Half-Set White Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
pendant is available on double rose gold chain, 60-65 cm, price upon request. With the Python collection
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Gold 18.00 Carat Tanzanite and 1.80 Carat Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
With 16 Inches Double Chain Necklace.
Category

2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Akillis Licence to Akillis L Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
diamonds. Diamonds (cts): 1,81 The pendant is available on double white gold chain, 40-45cm, price upon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant 18 Karat White Gold
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K white gold AKILLIS Fatal Attraction pendant The indicated price includes the Double Belcher
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Diamond and Green Tourmaline Multi-Strand Fashion Triangle Necklace in 18kt Gold
Located in Valenza, IT
gem is set by hand. The back of the necklace culminates with a tourmaline set in a 18kt gold double
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Tsavorite Garnet and Rose Cut Diamond Butterfly Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
By Nicky Burles
Located in Sydney, NSW
Burles in 18 carat white gold. The body a rich, green, pear shaped garnet, fine bezel set. The wings and
Category

2010s Australian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Arieh Free-Form Larimar Asymmetrical Halo Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold OOAK
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
One-of-a Kind Arieh Free Form Larimar Asymmetrical Halo Pendant Necklace set in 18K Yellow Gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, 18k Gold

New 11.50ct Pear Shaped Turquoise 0.77ctw Diamond Dbl Frame Pendant Necklace
Located in Vienna, VA
Shaped Turquoise and Diamond Double Frame Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Edwardian Blue Zircon Diamond Lavaliere Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A stunning antique Edwardian lavaliere necklace showcasing a beautiful double drop pendant set with
Category

Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Frederic Sage 128.63 Carat Watermelon Tourmaline Diamond Necklace Pendant
By Frederic Sage
Located in New York, NY
18K WPG EC BI-COLOR WATERMELON TOURMALINE WITH DIAMOND EDGES AND PG DOUBLE PRONGS, HAND-MADE
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamond Drop Pear Cut Diamond Necklace with Marquise and Round Cut Details
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant 18kt white gold diamond drop necklace with alternating pear cut diamonds surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Pink Mother-of-Pearl and 3.36 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Tal Barkel
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
is attached to a double link 18K yellow gold chain. One boasts medium sized links while the other is
Category

2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

5.00 Carat Princess and Round Diamond Drop White Gold Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique 14k White Gold Pendant Features A Double Row of Invisible-Set Princess-Cut
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Chanel 1984 Gold Tone Rope Bead Faux Pearl Station Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
adds a polished finishing touch to any look. Rich, gold-tone metal. Double link chain with rope
Category

20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Tivon 18 Carat White Gold Santa Maria Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant
By TIVON FINE JEWELLERY
Located in Borehamwood, GB
BRAZILIAN BLUE! This magnificent cocktail pendant has been crafted in 18ct White Gold and set with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Silphium 18k 0.46 Carat Rose-Cut Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 3.28g
By JeweLyrie
Located in Paterson, NJ
diamonds used are F,G, VS-SI. Silphium pendant necklace in 18k yellow, white, or rose gold is made-to
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

52 Carat Tanzanite Cabochon Cuts and Round Diamond Necklace
By Rina Limor
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely 18kt. White gold necklace features 2 Tanzanite Cabochon cuts weighing approximately
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold 5.89 Grams and Diamond 1=0.72 and 22=0.42 Carat Pendant
By Michael Engelhardt
Located in Boca Raton, FL
clasp. The entire mounting and chain are constructed from 18 Karat White Gold, with the mounting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

19 Carats of Diamonds Are a "Girl s Best Friend Necklace"
By Romy Ivsic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sparkle as much. The necklace has two versions. Double with diamond beads and chain or single all diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Ethonica Pear Shape Fancy Yellow Diamond with Dangling Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
dangling. These double pendants beautifully set with the diamond chain. The necklace look is unique and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1960s Original by Robert Massive Brutalist Interchangeable Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
green and one in white. The pendants are gold tone with large lucite centers and hammered sun bursts
Category

Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

23.63 ct round Checkerboard Smokey Topaz and Diamond 14KW Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
prong setting in 14 karat white gold. There are 64 shimmering brilliant cut diamonds all round the stone
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold ( 1.75 Ct. tw ) A 1.03-carat cushion-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emerald Pendant with Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold Unique Vintage Look
Located in ประเวศ, TH
Refined and timeless, this vintage-inspired 18K yellow gold pendant embodies the essence of classic
Category

2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MADE IN JAPAN Certified Green Sapphire, Peridot and Diamond Pendant 18K WH Gold
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K Solid White Gold (MADE IN JAPAN) A one-of-one piece unique. With natural everyday elements as our
Category

2010s Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

18kt Rose Gold Pendant with Scattered Light blue Sapphires and Diamonds
By Casato Gioielli
Located in Toronto, CA
This big and bold pendant sits on a double rose gold chain. The center piece is a pear-shaped
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mid-Century Modern Coro Confetti Lucite Parure, Necklace Bracelet Earrings 1950s
By Coro
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is a Mid-Century Modern Coro gold-plated confetti Lucite parure consisting of an
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Link Necklaces

Manpriya B Marquise Ruby, Rose-Cut Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Pendant
By Manpriya B
Located in London, GB
method where precious stones are set within layers of 18k gold foil. Worn suspended from a chain this
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18K Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Topaz, Enamel Horse in Stone Pendant Wynne
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
feature on a double 18K, 17" delicate rose gold chain. Created with love, this beautiful fine painted wild
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold

Diamond Set Gold Circles Pendant
Located in London, GB
18ct White Gold Circles pendant set with 0.84cts of F/G VS round brilliant diamonds on a double
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Garnet Pearl Festoon Necklace in Original Box
Located in Middleton, WI
This breathtaking Victorian garnet and pearl gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1850
Category

Antique 1850s British Early Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

AnaKatarina Elements Air Pendant in 18 Karat Gold, Chilean Lapis, and Diamonds
By AnaKatarina
Located in Dedham, MA
gold and pave diamonds. A radiant white gold and diamond shooting star complete the face of the pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Mixed Metal

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant Black Titanium Rose Gold Head
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
includes the Double Belcher pink gold chain of 60-65cm. The powerfully symbolic pendants of the Fatal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Titanium

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K yellow gold AKILLIS Fatal Attraction pendant The pendant is available on double belcher yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
18K pink gold AKILLIS Fatal Attraction pendant The pendant is available on double belcher pink gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Akillis Puzzle Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold Small Size
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
. The pendant is available on double belcher white gold chain of 50-55cm, price upon request. If life
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, Multi Coloured Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in QLD , AU
large bale to accommodate a wide chain, or a double pin clip on the reverse to wear as a brooch/pin. A
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
indicated price includes the Double Belcher rose gold chain of 60-65 cm. The powerfully symbolic pendants
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LUCIEN PICCARD SIGNED GOLD AND LUCITE PENDANT
By Lucien Piccard
Located in Wilton, CT
necklace. Pendant hangs from double golden station connectors threaded with a long golden chain. Signed
Category

Vintage 1960s French Drop Necklaces

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant Black Titanium Rose Gold Head Carved Pattern
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
includes the Double Belcher pink gold chain of 60-65cm. The powerfully symbolic pendants of the Fatal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Titanium

18 Karat Peridot Diamond Halo Pendant, 9.33 Carat Total Weight
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat white gold pear shape double halo diamond pendant, consisting of one center pear cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.75 Carat Emerald Cut Watermelon Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
By Canary Lane
Located in Brisbane, QLD
. Total Item Weight = 5.77g 18 Carat White Gold Stamp – G750 Length – 53.05mm Width – 16.82mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Diving Swallow Birds 16.90 Carat Diamond Natural Pearl Sapphire Garnet 18K
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
elegant Swallow Birds. Attached on the double chain Swag style Necklace, the birds frame the Décolletage
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Imp Jewelry Marquise Diamond Halo Pendant
By Imp Jewellery
Located in Toorak, Victoria
Handmade 18 karat white gold diamond pendant centred with one O.48ct D Vs2 marquise cut diamond
Category

2010s Australian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 31.02 Carat Round Faceted Red Spinel Diamond Pendant in 18KT
Located in New York, NY
" 18KT White Gold Franco Chain.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold

Victorian Bristol Glass Natural Pearl and Diamond Sweetheart Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Bristol Glass framed by white enamelling as for precious detail to the piece Completely solid gold close
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.26 Carat Sapphire, Old Cut Diamond and Enamel Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Essex, GB
piece. Please choose a 16″ or 18″ inch yellow or white gold chain (this is included in the price
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Silver

Kingman Turquoise 31ct Persephone Pendant with Holly Agate Chrysoprase 18K
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
, as are 3 round white diamonds .16ctw above and below to catch the eye. The Kingman Turquoise
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold

Akillis Fatal Attraction Pendant Black Titanium Black Diamonds
By Akillis
Located in Neuilly sur Seine, FR
indicated price includes the Double Belcher white gold black rhodium plated chain of 60-65cm. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Titanium

Vintage Monet Gold Curb Chain Necklace Pierced Earrings Set with White Glass
By Monet
Located in Portland, OR
This is a really unique vintage 1980's Monet gold necklace and earring set with white caged domes
Category

Vintage 1980s American Stud Earrings

Vintage Krementz White Gold Austrian Crystal, Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings S/4
By Krementz Co
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
detail surround. It has a double locking system with original safety chain. The necklace is signed on the
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20th Century American Cuff Bracelets

GIA 3.11 Carat Cushion Cut Fancy Light Yellow SI2 Ring Pendant Gold
Located in New York, NY
mounting is fashioned from 18 Karat White Gold, it retains a double halo of natural diamonds around the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.04 Carat Oval Shape Fancy Yellow VS1 Diamond Ring Pendant 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
. The chain is 18 karat white gold and 16''. Let us know if you want a different chain for us to supple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.60 Radiant Natural Light Green GIA VS2 Diamond Convertible Ring
Located in New York, NY
purchase. The chain is 18 karat white gold and 16''. Let us know if you want a different chain for us to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

3.02 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Shape VS1 Diamond Reversible Ring Pendant 18K
Located in New York, NY
purchase. The chain is 18 karat white gold and 16''. Let us know if you want a different chain for us to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White Gold Double Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the white gold double chain necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 15 vintage or 61 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a white gold double chain necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing white gold double chain necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Beyond Fine Jewelry, Chopard and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any white gold double chain necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 55 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a white gold double chain necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White Gold Double Chain Necklace?

The price for a white gold double chain necklace starts at $182 and tops out at $54,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,460.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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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