The necklace is one of the oldest forms of jewelry known to man - archeologists have found samples made of shells that date back to 28,000 BC. The names of antique necklaces are varied as their lengths. Learning the lingo - how a lavalier differs from a dog collar, for instance - can help tremendously when shopping for a vintage piece - or even a new one, since these terms still apply to styles being worn today.
Click on the title below to review each article about different types of necklaces or click here for an illustrated guide to antique necklace styles.