Open Collar Necklace
21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Choker Necklaces
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
20th Century American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 17th Century Prints
Paper
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces
Crystal, Gold Plate
2010s Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Choker Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 16th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique 16th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique 16th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
2010s Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Modern Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century European Modernist More Necklaces
Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s More Necklaces
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1980s Mexican Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Greek Link Necklaces
Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s French Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1740s English George II Prints
Paper
Vintage 1980s Mexican Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 16th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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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.
- What is a collar necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A collar necklace is a type of necklace that typically rests above one’s upper chest, below the nape of the neck. It is 14 inches in length, usually, and is called a collar necklace because it looks similar to the collar of a shirt. A collar necklace can be a simple string or an elaborately fringed, stone-studded or beaded one. For collar necklaces of different styles, shop on 1stDibs today.
- 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.
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