Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Malagasy Pre-Raphaelite Rope Necklaces
Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Base Metal
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Enamel
Late 20th Century American Native American Rope Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
2010s Rope Necklaces
Pearl
1960s French Vintage Rope Necklaces
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s French Rope Necklaces
1970s American Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century Retro Rope Necklaces
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Rope Necklaces
Silver Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Dutch Retro Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Rope Necklaces
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s German Aesthetic Movement Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Regency Rope Necklaces
2010s European Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Sterling Silver
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Onyx, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1810s German Georgian Antique Rope Necklaces
Berlin Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Beryl, Green Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century French Rope Necklaces
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Hematite, 18k Gold
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond, Pearl and Antique Rope Necklaces
Diamond, pearl and other antique rope necklaces continue to be worn around the world and across cultures, thanks to their many styles and versatility.
While the term rope necklace may conjure up images of a classic gold link chain with a pattern like a rope, it can refer to any long necklace that drapes over the chest. This can include a string of pearls, a fabric rope with a pendant or a metal necklace made of interlocking links.
Rope necklaces are among the most ancient pieces of jewelry. Even before the Bronze Age, when twisted metal necklaces took hold, rope necklaces were fashioned out of natural materials. One found in Israel, dating back 120,000 years, had seashells painted with ocher on a flax string. Even after all these years, necklaces of any kind remain an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit.
Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging — everything from equestrian-inspired pieces to statement brooches have come into vogue in recent years — 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 artisans at Van Cleef & Arpels, the celebrated French jewelry house that has earned the adoration of modern royals, found lots of inspiration in King Tut, whose burial chamber informed the look of Art Deco necklaces and other adornments of the era. David Webb also looked to history for the design of his necklaces, mining the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
Casual beads or a simple pendant can complete a relaxed ensemble, while multiple or heavy jeweled strands can give an outfit instant pizzazz. An antique or vintage rope necklace is the ultimate everyday accessory. Find yours today on 1stDibs.