Vintage jewelry has a wide range of vintage necklaces and vintage bracelets with different types, especially the vintage necklaces come in different types and colors, here we will introduce the manily types of vintage necklace.
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The types of vintage necklaces
2010-08-31 10:08:24
Vintage necklaces are usually made with rhinestones, glass, wood, ivory, precious or base metal. Today, many women appreciate the artistry and value in vintage necklaces.
Vintage necklaces come in such a variety of colors and styles. Here we list some types of vintage necklaces.
Bib necklace: Also called a "Collarette", it is a necklace that fits at the base of the neck and has flowing or draped ornaments in front.
Bookchain necklace: Necklace with folder over square or rectangular links, often engraved or stamped.
Collar: A necklace that fits at the base of the neck, and extends the same distance from the neck at all points along the neck-chain.
Dog Collar: it is tight-fitting, multi-strand choker.
En esclavage: Necklace of several strands, each strand longer than the next higher, so there is a separation between the strands when wearing it.
Festoon: A necklace with swigged drapes, which may have additional ornaments.
Fringe: Necklace with multiple strands hanging from a chain around the neck.
Lavalier: A neck chain suspended a small pendant set with gemstones.
Opera: A single strand necklace that is 27-34 inches long.
Riviere: A short necklace of gemstones of the same kind, with each stone collect-set and linked in a row.
Sautoir: A very long necklace, usually made of small beads, often ending with a tassel or pendant.
Torc: A rigid metal hoop or band that has an opening at the rear, which usually has a central design element at center front.
Vintage necklaces, nowadays, have obtained the favor of many women. For today’s latest fashion jewelry trend, it is to wear layers of beaded necklaces or a single necklace with many strands. If you want a different look, combine a bead necklace with two or three metal chains.
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