Biggest Diamond Chain
2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, ...
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, ...
2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 1850s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, ...
21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond
2010s Belgian Contemporary Drop Earrings
Paraiba, Tourmaline, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, ...
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Cluster Rings
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Asian Early Victorian Cocktail Rings
Pink Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1810s English Georgian Drop Earrings
Diamond, Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
1990s French Link Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings
Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Aquamarine, Platinum
Vintage 1970s French Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s Lithuanian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Link Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold
20th Century Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1970s American Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...
Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Georgian Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald
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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 are diamond cuts on chains?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Diamond cuts on chains are small grooves or notches on the surface of the metal. The addition of this detailing gives metal chains a luminous, almost sparkling effect. The term is not to be confused with diamond cut, which refers to the design guide that a jeweler uses for shaping gemstones. A diamond's cut relates to how well the stone's facets interact with light. Explore a variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, not all tennis chains have diamonds. Although diamonds are the most commonly used stone for making tennis chains, some pieces feature different stones that resemble diamonds. Alternatives include white sapphires, white quartz and clear crystals. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of tennis chains from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best chain for a diamond pendant is really a matter of preference. There are various features to look out for when you’re shopping for a chain for your diamond pendant — durability-wise, a cable chain will be strong and versatile for everyday wear. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage chain necklaces and pendant jewelry today.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023The kind of diamonds in most tennis chains are the round brilliant cut. The circular shape of the cut works well when set in metal links to create tennis necklaces, and the arrangement of the facets gives the gemstones plenty of sparkle. The sizes of diamonds in tennis necklaces vary. Depending on the thickness of the chain, they may be as small as 2 millimeters or as large as 7 to 8 millimeters. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of diamond tennis chains.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, some men do wear diamond tennis chains. Drake, Lenny Kravitz and Pete Davidson are some of the many male celebrities who have sported the necklaces on the red carpet. There are no hard and fast rules when it comes to jewelry, so men are free to wear tennis chains and other pieces that appeal to them. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of diamond tennis chains.
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