Nephrite Jade Bead
Vintage 1940s Retro Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gilt Metal
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Vintage 1960s Chinese Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Vermeil, Gold Plate, Silver
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
20th Century American Charm Bracelets
Jade, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Jade
2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Agate, Jade
Mid-20th Century Dutch Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Bronze
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Silver
Late 20th Century American Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Jade
Vintage 1950s Japanese Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces
Jade
20th Century New Zealand Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Quartz, Pearl, Opal, Lapis Lazuli, Crystal, Citrine, Chalcedony, A...
Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s British Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pendant Necklaces
2010s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade
2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Early 20th Century European Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry
Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold
2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade
2010s Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Jade
Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Agate, Jade, Rock Crystal
2010s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade, 24k Gold
Vintage 1920s Hong Kong Art Deco Drop Earrings
Jade, 9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Jade, Silver
20th Century Chinese Retro Bracelets
Jade, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Austrian Egyptian Revival Fashion Rings
White Diamond, Jade, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Jade, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
2010s Hong Kong Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Brooches
Star Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Pl...
Vintage 1950s British Retro Drop Necklaces
Chrysophrase, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s French Desk Accessories
Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Brass, Gilt Metal
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Black Jade, Jade, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century New Zealand Beaded Necklaces
Jade
Mid-20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Russian Beaded Necklaces
Jade, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
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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 Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
- What is nephrite jade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Known as the official state mineral of Wyoming, Nephrite jade is an ornamental stone, mainly used in carvings and beads. It is slightly softer than jadeite. Shop a collection of expertly vetted gems and stones from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Mutton fat jade is nephrite. Jade is one of the oldest known gemstones, but it’s actually made of two separate minerals—nephrite and jadeite. The two stones can look very similar, but have different chemical compositions and crystal structures. Find vintage and contemporary jade jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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