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Chain Necklaces For Sale
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An 18 Carat Gold French Antique Watch Chain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold watch chain necklace with rectangular links and a richly decorated gold sliding bead and an opening lobster clasp at the end and a hand holding a clasp and th...
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1850s Georgian Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Himalia Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2441 Comes With Box Only Date 2018 Model B3038300 Serial Number EXxxxx Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond, Pearl Weight approx 8.7 g Length approx 41 cm Condition Excellent _...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black And Chartreuse Vintage German Glass Beads Art Deco 2420N Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of black and chartreuse vintage German glass beads and finished with a 18 inch gold filled chain. The beads are new old stock vintage German glass beads that ar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

1960s Italian 18k gold hand engraved chain necklace
Located in London, GB
The craftsmanship on this very long 18k gold necklace is quite remarkable. The chain is adorned with a repetition of balls and tubes all of which have been hand engraved to give them...
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1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Art Deco 1930 Stations Necklace Chain in Platinum 18 Natural White Round Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco stations necklace-chain with Natural Pearls. Very handsome and delicate piece, with great eye appeal. Created at the beginnings of ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Effy Collection Round Bezel Set Diamond Station Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Effy diamond station necklace embodies elegance and versatility. Crafted in lustrous 14 karat white gold, this necklace features a delicate cable chain adorned with daz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Infinity Station Chain Necklace w Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In a generous 44 inch length, this versatile David Yurman Infinity Chain Necklace will quickly become a wardrobe staple. The DY 2.7 mm sterling silver small box chain hosts a myriad ...
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

1.89 Carat Diamond Drop Chain Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
1.89 Carat Diamond Drop Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with baguette cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Hermès Chaine D'ancre Sterling Silver Necklace, circa 1995
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless, absolutely Iconic, Rare, Hermès Solid Sterling Silver Chaine d'Ancre Necklace, circa 1995. The story of this piece began more than 80 years ago, in 1938, when Robe...
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1990s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

David Yurman 18K & Sterling 0.31 ctw Diamond (H-I / VSI - SI1) Necklace
Located in Leesburg, VA
David Yurman 0.31 ctw Diamond (H-I / VSI - SI1), 18K & Sterling Necklace Brand/Designer: David Yurman Materials: Sterling Silver Chain Type: Box Necklace Length: 15.00" Necklace Clo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Greek Tetradrachm Silver Coin Reversible Pendant on Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Greek Tetradrachm (Antiochus III, Seleucid; 223-187 BC) silver coin set in a hand-forged sterling silver reversible pendant with 2...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Gold Bead Necklace Beads
Located in New York, NY
A STUNNING 17 INCH LONG LAPIS LAZULI AND 14 KARAT GOLD BEAD ESTATE NECKLACE. THE VIVID BLUE LAPIS LAZULI BEADS ARE BEAUTIFULLY FLECKED WITH GOLD AND ARE 10MM IN DIAMETER. THE LAPIS...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

Halo Diamond Tanzanite Solitaire Necklace 18k Solid White Gold, Everyday Jewelry
Located in Houston, TX
Everyday Halo Diamond Tanzanite Solitaire Necklace in 18K Gold with diamond studded around oval tanzanite. This stunning piece of jewelry instan...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Baguette Bar Necklace, Thank You Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond Emerald Baguette Bar Necklace in 14K Gold studded with baguette cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald enhanc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

30" Baroque Pearl Chain Necklace By Miriam Haskell, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 30" length - Antique gold finish - Faux pearls - Filigree bead caps - By Miriam Haskell (signed on cla...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Modern Diamond Paperclip Chain Necklace in 14k Solid Yellow Gold For Her
Located in Houston, TX
Modern Diamond Paperclip Chain Necklace in 14K gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Opal Necklace Set With Diamonds 60 Carats Total 19.5 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k Solid Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Christmas Gifts
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Jeweled Cross Pendant Long Necklace, Pave Crystals, KJL
Located in Milford, DE
Stunning golden pendant rope necklace from Kenneth Jay Lane! The large statement cross is decorated with colorful crystals Necklace is 27.5 inches aro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Native American Navajo 1950 Squash Blossom Necklace Sterling and Green Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional Native American Navajo necklace. A beautiful vintage tribal piece, created in Arizona by the Navajo native Americans back in the 1950. This squash blossom necklace was e...
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1950s North American Native American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Gilded Multi Chain Necklace With Leaf Clasp By Crown Trifari, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 25" length - Gold plated - Twenty-one strand chain - Decorative leaf motif box clasp closure - By Crow...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Art Deco 1930 Platinum Long Stations Chain Necklace With 1.82 Cts Round Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco diamonds stations long chained necklace sautoir A classic piece from the American art-deco period, created at the beginnings of the 1930's. It was carefully crafted in soli...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rainbow Moonstone Stacking Necklace 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Sister Gift Christmas
Located in Houston, TX
Rainbow Moonstone Stacking Necklace studded with rainbow moonstone in 18K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dre...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Brazil Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 14.77 Cts In Spinel & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A chained necklace pendant designed by H. Stern. Modernist classic necklace-pendant, created in Brazil by the jewelry house of H. Stern. This elegant piece was crafted in solid yell...
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1970s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Byzantine Coin 22k Gold Reversible Spinner Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Both sides of this ancient Byzantine coin (Kōnstantinos X, Follis, Constantinopolis mint, AD 1059-1067) can be showcased in this 22k yellow gold spinner/reversible pendant. Coin pendant is on a solid 22k yellow gold 18 inch rolo chain necklace. Rare and unique ancient coin displayed...
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15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Multi Color Sapphire Chain Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, Grandma Gift Christmas
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Color Sapphire Chain Necklace in 14K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Sapphire...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k white gold, this exquisite necklace features a captivating diamond butterfly papillon pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Yellow Gold 20 Motifs Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2538 Comes With Box Only Date approx 2015 RRP £17,300 Incl taxes /$ 18,400 Excl taxes / 20.100 € Incl taxes Model VCARD39900 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stone...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nathalie Jean Contemporary 0.33 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Based on a simple mathematical equation, the 5x125 Necklace is a contemporary creative game, where a single piece of jewellery results in multiple configurations. The seemingly enigm...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold 19.50 Inch Double Albert Chain 53grams
Located in Birmingham, GB
Delve into the opulence of the Victorian era with this captivating Antique 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Chain, a piece steeped in history and elegance. Expertly crafted in Birmingham,...
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20th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Unique Black Onyx and Diamond Chain Necklaces in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Black Onyx and Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K gold studded with round cut onyx and diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly eleva...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Diamond Long Necklace 14k Solid Yellow Gold, Christmas Gift For Women
Located in Houston, TX
Long Diamond Necklace studded with round cut diamond in 14K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond brings l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Givenchy Gold Plated Braided Snake Chain Necklace with Lock 90s
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Rare Givenchy's Gold Plated Braided Snake Chain Necklace with Lock is a true statement piece. It's all about the details with this one. The gold pla...
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

14k Solid White Gold Star Diamond Chain Necklace Gift For Her
Located in Houston, TX
Star Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond br...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Greek Tetradrachm Silver Coin Reversible Pendant on Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Greek Tetradrachm (Kassander, Macedon; 317-305 BC) silver coin set in a hand-forged sterling silver reversible pendant with 22k gold accent prongs. Pendant is on a ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

0.30 Carat E-F Color VS Diamond Heart 18K White Gold Chaine Pendant
Located in Rome, IT
This enchanting pendant features a dazzling 0.30-carat heart-shaped diamond, renowned for its romantic symbolism and timeless elegance. Graced with an E-F color grade, the diamond ex...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co 1976 Angela Cummings White Nacre Petal Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A petal necklace designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful and youthful Ptal necklace, created by Cummings for Tiffany & Co.,back in the 1976. This piece is part of th...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dainty Pink Sapphire Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Minimal Pink Sapphire Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace with Chain in 14K Gold studded with oval cut pink sapphire with halo of diamonds. This stun...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Textured Nugget Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Composed of 18k yellow gold nugget style links this David Webb necklace has a graduating flow. The nuggets are of solid 18k yelow gold, and sit closely to y...
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paperclip Chain Diamond Heart Necklace 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Bridesmaid Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Paperclip Chain Diamond Heart Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage KJL Kenneth J Lane Lion Head Door Knocker Gold Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Sausalito, CA
Bold statement necklace featuring a large lion head door knocker pendant by Kenneth Jay Lane. Size: The chain is 24-3/4" long. The pendant is 3-3/4" tall from the top of the bail b...
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1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

8.25 Carat Natural Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold for Mom
Located in Houston, TX
8.25 Carat Natural Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with uneven cut tourmaline. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage BURBERRY'S logo gold red enamel designer runway necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed BURBERRY'S • gold tone with red • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 17" long CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of we...
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

7.65 Ct Yellow Sapphire Station Chain Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, Grandma Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Yellow Sapphire Station Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut yellow sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Sapphire...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket WITH Natural Emerald , NO CHAIN
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket and Natural Emerald Heart Locket is 12 inch wide and 1.3 Inch long CHAIN IS NOT AVAILABLE Natural Brazilian Emerald , Pear shape , approx...
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1960s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.50 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.52 Carat Natural Diamond and Sapphire Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Sapphire 3.52CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style 5.30 gram 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Yellow Sapphire Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mix cut sapphire pieces. Accessorize your look with this elegant yellow sapphire chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry inst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 18k Solid Rose Gold, Thanksgiving Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro Gold Chain Long Rope Necklace with Amethyst Crystals, Victorian-Style
Located in Milford, DE
A golden rope-length necklace accented with amethyst crystals, inspired by Victorian style.
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Late 20th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

French Platinum 18 Karat Enamel Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Platinum 18K Enamel Charm Necklace is special as this necklace alternates between links of Platinum and links of 18K yellow Gold. Suspended from this unusual chain are 5 exceptionally unique and VERY RARE charms all in 18K and enameled. Of the five charms, one charm is an articulated gorgeous detailed 18K clown...
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1940s French Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold, a piece that seamlessly blends luxury and sophistication. This exquisite ne...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bold yet elegant necklace created by David Webb in the 1970s. Features two cabochon rubies accented with round diamonds set in yellow gold. The necklace comes apart and turns into tw...
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Charm Layering Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Charm Layering Necklace in 18K Gold with oval cut blue sapphire and diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outf...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JC de Castelbajac Necklace - 1990s Vintage - Silver Chunky Chain ‘Fang’ Detail
By JC DE CASTELBAJAC
Located in KENT, GB
Product Details: JC de Castelbajac - Silver ‘Fang’ Necklace - 1990s Vintage - Chunky Chain - ‘JC de Castelbajac Logo’ / Back Pendant - Secure Twist / Back Fasten Era: c.1990 Label: ...
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

18K Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Natural Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Oval Ruby with Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 14k Solid White Gold for Her
Located in Houston, TX
Oval Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 14K Gold studded with ruby with halo of diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cross Vitreous Enamel & Diamond Pendant 18KT Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Exquisite and rare vitreous blue enamel pendant in 18KT yellow gold accompanied by a center diamond 1.8mm. Pendant is unisex. GRAM WEIGHT (pendant only): 1.10gr GOLD: 18KT yellow go...
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19th Century Thai Contemporary Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gold Box Chain 14 Karat Gold Solid Gold Chain
Located in Jupiter, FL
GOLD: 14KT gold size: 22 inches chain Grams: 7.25 Item#: 430-00069 AFT WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Stampar Jewelers, located in the heart of Jupiter, Florida, is a custom jewe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage chain necklaces can make a statement on their own. What’s better than eye-catching chains of yellow gold or subtle silver to accessorize with everything from a designer evening dress to a comfortable sweatshirt?

Personal ornament in general has been around for eons. Ancient Egyptians designed jewelry and wore necklaces, rings and other accessories, and the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber in 1922 had the greatest impact on Art Deco jewelry. When chain necklaces first took on some visibility in ancient civilizations, these items weren’t exactly democratic.

Chain necklaces were accessories that were relegated strictly to royal families and the upper class. In ancient times, pendant necklaces conferred prestige, for example. Wealthy Greeks and Romans opted for gold and silver necklaces that featured ornate pendants and semiprecious stones. By the Renaissance period, the pendant had replaced the brooch as the most worn type of jewelry. Pendant necklaces were commonplace, or pendants were simply strung on long gold chains.

Thankfully, jewelry became more accessible over time. And trends have come and gone, but the popularity of chain necklaces today owes in part to hip-hop culture. Big, chunky gold chains and diamond necklaces were the order of the day in publicity shoots and on album covers for rappers in the early 1980s onward, and a gold chain is still a mainstay in the ever-evolving and broadening hip-hop culture as we know it.

In our modern era, a number of chain-link necklaces are trending, worn alone or layered. The stylish links that have passed the test of time include oval links, paper-clip chains and more. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link.

While it was once key to accessorizing for a formal event, a vintage chain necklace now adds a fresh dynamic to any outfit at any time of day. Find yours on 1stDibs.

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