Rope Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
1960s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Rope Necklaces
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Rope Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Australian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Artisan Rope Necklaces
Amber
2010s American Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces
Pearl, Silver
1990s Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces
Agate, Steel
2010s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Rope Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
1970s American Vintage Rope Necklaces
Gold Plate, Gilt Metal
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.