Rope Necklaces
2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s European Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s North American Vintage Rope Necklaces
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold
1870s English Art Nouveau Antique Rope Necklaces
Sterling Silver
20th Century Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Rose Gold
1950s Unknown Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
20th Century Unknown Artisan Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Czech Rope Necklaces
Crystal
20th Century French Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1870s Victorian Antique Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
2010s Unknown Rope Necklaces
Late 20th Century Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal
2010s American Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s German Aesthetic Movement Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
20th Century American Native American Rope Necklaces
Silver
2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Unknown Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Rubelite, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Rope Necklaces
White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1980s French Artisan Vintage Rope Necklaces
20th Century American Native American Rope Necklaces
Turquoise, Silver
1960s Italian Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
1970s American Retro Vintage Rope Necklaces
Coral, 18k Gold
2010s American Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Black Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
2010s Chinese Artisan Rope Necklaces
Jade
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 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.