Sterling Silver Necklace Antique
Antique 19th Century Georgian Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century English Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Indian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
2010s Italian More Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary German Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Rock Crystal, Quartz, Topaz, Silver, Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Antique 1890s Russian Pendant Necklaces
Amber, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Canadian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Brass, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver, Niello
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 1860s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Choker Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s American Edwardian Choker Necklaces
Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Sterling 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.
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 necklaces designed by David Webb — 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 Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- What is antique sterling silver?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
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