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18K Yellow Gold Curb Link 2 Piece Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This magnificently crafted 18K yellow gold two piece necklace is comprised of one 18 inch length
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Late 20th Century German Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Curb Link 2 Piece Necklace
18K Yellow Gold Curb Link 2 Piece Necklace
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W 0.88 in L 34.38 in
PICCHIOTTI Pavé Diamond Curb Link Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Picchiotti
Located in La Jolla, CA
PICCHIOTTI Pavé Diamond Curb Link Necklace in 18k White Gold Diamond Choker Necklace by Picchiotti
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Henry Dunay Curb Diamond Sabi Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Henry Dunay
Located in La Jolla, CA
Henry Dunay 'Sabi' Diamond Curb Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold Henry Dunay 'Sabi' Diamond Curb
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Yellow Gold Hammered Curb Link Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Hammered Curb Link Necklace from Henry Dunay. Bright Finish Look on this gorgeous
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Link Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1980s Italian 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Fashionable chic Italian 1980s 18 karat yellow gold curb link choker necklace with a minimal
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Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

1980s Italian 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
1980s Italian 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
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H 0.7 in L 17.5 in
18k Gold South Sea Pearl & 7.65ctw Diamond Curb Link Necklace & Bracelet Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
Item Details (Necklace) --Stone(s):-- (1) Genuine Cultured South Sea Pearl - Round Shape - Nice
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Twisted Heart Flat Curb Link Necklace Set in 18k Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Tiffany & Co. twisted heart flat curb link necklace set in 18k yellow and white
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1990s Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Curb Link 20ct Necklace
Located in New York, NY
curb link necklace. This necklace is featuring a 20.00ctw wow!!!!!! in round cut natural diamonds; G
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2010s Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic Yellow Gold Curb-Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
ceramic curb-link necklace. Dimension: Lenght : 23.03 in / 58.5 cm Chain : H 0.91 in / 23.21 mm X W 0.61
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic Yellow Gold Curb-Link Necklace
Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic Yellow Gold Curb-Link Necklace
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H 0.91 in W 0.61 in D 0.08 in L 20.39 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Hollow Ladies Fancy Double Curb Link Necklace, Italy
Located in Guilford, CT
18k Yellow Gold 7g Hollow Ladies 3mm Fancy Double Curb Link Necklace Italy 18" Condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Rome Vintage Ancient Greek Coin Full Diamond Set Gold Curb Link Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Unique Bvlgari Rome Vintage Ancient Greek Coin Full Diamond Set Gold Curb Link Necklace From Our
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari 1980's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a graduated curb link chain with bead set diamond link stations Round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace Link Chain in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace on Link Chain in 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise, Sapphire
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Late 20th Century North American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chunky Curb Precious Chain Gold Diamond Sapphire Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Prepare to dazzle. The sparkle-coated Chunky Curb Chain Necklace is the final piece to that head
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
In 18 karat black and yellow gold, secured with a lobster clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
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W 0.07 in L 23.5 in
Hum 18ct Yellow Gold & Silver Curb Chain Necklace With Twist-Lock Closure
Located in London, GB
A quality piece of jewellery, this HUM curb chain necklace is an elegant and stylish addition to
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2010s British Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Unique 55.80 Ct Natural Sapphire 15.00 Ct 1970 Curb Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This sensational Sapphire & Diamond necklace is 1970 ca. Bold and chic, hand tailored during the 70
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Vintage 1970s European Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bulgari 18K White Gold and Diamond "Gourmette" Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Created by Bulgari, Rome, this 18K white gold "gourmette chain" necklace set with approximately
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Late 20th Century Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hexagonal-Shaped Azurmalachite Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
cabochon ruby within a circular-cut diamond frame, joined by cabochon ruby bar links to the curb-link
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20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18 Carat Gold Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat golden soft rounded curb link chain, signed and numbered: Cartier, French assay marks
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Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

An 18 Carat Gold Cartier Necklace
An 18 Carat Gold Cartier Necklace
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L 16.54 in
Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Fashion Forward 18 Karat Yellow Gold Colored Stone Necklace Featuring 94 Round Brilliant Cut
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Late 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammerman Brothers Diamond Necklace with 102 Pave Diamonds 3.00 CTW in 14K YG
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Naples, FL
102 Round Diamonds 3.00 CTW. The Necklace Has A Curb Link Chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Rome Vintage Coins of the World Diamond Italian Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
16-inch necklace is a solid 18kt Italian yellow gold curb link, fully signed BVLGARI and marked.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fani Gioielli Vintage Ruby Diamond Necklace Convertible Pair Bracelets Rose Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Rose Gold, with Provenance, Italy, c. 2000. The necklace is designed as a wide curb link chain, one
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mario Buccellati Vintage 18k Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
iconic jewelry maker. This very elegant Vintage piece is made By its founder Mario Buccellati in 18k
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Vintage 1960s Necklace Enhancers

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18k Gold

Mario Buccellati 18k Yellow Gold Curbed Link Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in MIAMI, FL
front portion of the design. The wide open link necklace is called a curb link necklace. The necklace
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 18K Rose Gold Double Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
curb link design. This chain features a large spring ring that can be used to suspend your favorite
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Antique 1880s Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Composed of 18 karat yellow and black gold curb links, secured with a lobster clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
18 Karat Black and Yellow Gold Curb Necklace
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W 0.07 in L 17.75 in
Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Long Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
18 kt. gold, signed Bulgari, ap. 60.4 dwts. Length 31 5/8 inches.
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gold Coin Pendant Curb Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold curb link chain necklace, with center coin pendant. Necklace is 16.5" long, pendant - 28mm
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Vintage 1980s More Necklaces

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Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Fancy Faceted Curb Link Watch Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold watch chain adapted to a necklace featuring 3-dimensional
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Antique 19th Century French Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mens Vintage 18k TT Gold Curb & Rectangular Open Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k Yellow Gold w/ Solid 18k White Gold Links Weight: 89.24 Grams Chain Type: Curb Link w/ Longer
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Vintage 1970s Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k Gold 59" Unique Alternated Curb & Twisted Long Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 13.61 Grams Chain Type: 2mm Alternating Curb & Twisted Open
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold curb link chain necklace
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.66 in L 17.7 in
Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
Classic 18ct chunky curb link necklace by Verdura c.1970s, the necklace formed of thirty uniform
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
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W 0.79 in Dm 5.39 in L 16.93 in
18K Yellow Gold 12-stand Italian 1960's Choker Necklace, Ball & Curb Link Chains
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
12 strands of ball and curb link chains, this necklace is a genuine eye-catcher! Measuring 41.5 cm
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 3.5 mm curb link chain With high polish finish Completed by large spring clasp
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Italian Vintage Curb and Infinity Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 18k gold chain has a great presence on the neck. Its long length allows it to be worn
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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1980s Chrysoprase Diamond Gold Pendant Curb Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a gorgeous one of its kind pendant collar necklace crafted in 18K solid Yellow gold
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Gold Diamond Curb Link Necklace
By Cindy Royce
Located in Chicago, IL
18K Yellow Gold and White Gold Diamond Curb Link Necklace, set with 264 full cut round diamonds
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Vintage 1970s American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic Gold Long Curb-Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
ceramic 80 cm long curb-link necklace. With a hardness approaching that of diamond, high-tech ceramic is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic Gold Long Curb-Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
ceramic 97.5 cm. long curb-link necklace. With a hardness approaching that of diamond, high-tech ceramic
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chunky Graduated Curb Link Chain Necklace in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This resplendent curb link chain necklace, crafted in sumptuous 18 karat yellow gold, is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High Tech White Ceramic 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
ceramic curb-link necklace. Dimensions : H 2 cm x W 2.7 cm x Length 42 cm x D 1.7 cm - H 0.78 in x W 8.25
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Alex Jona High Tech White Ceramic 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
Alex Jona High Tech White Ceramic 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
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H 0.79 in W 1.07 in D 0.67 in L 16.54 in
LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 2.75ct Diamond Black Curb Chain Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
duos and a blackened link. This LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 2.75ct Diamond Black Link Curb Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.67 Carat Pave Diamond Heart on Curb Link Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Yellow Gold 0.67ctw Pave Diamond Heart on Curb Link Necklace Product: Pave Diamond Heart
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech Black Ceramic 18 Karat Rose Gold Curb-Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k rose gold and black high-tech ceramic curb
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona High-Tech White Ceramic 18 Karat Rose Gold Curb-Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted 18k rose gold and white high-tech ceramic curb-link
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
curb-link necklace. Dimensions : H 1.9 cm x W 3 cm x L 47 cm x D 2 cm - H 0.74 in x W 1.18 in x L 18.50
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 1.19 in D 0.79 in L 18.9 in
Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
curb-link necklace. Dimensions : H 1.9 cm x W 3 cm x L 52.2 cm x D 2 cm - H 0.74 in x W 1.18 in x L
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
Alex Jona High Tech Black Ceramic and 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 1.19 in D 0.79 in L 17.72 in
18K Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant Italian Vintage Necklace, Curb Links, 44cm long.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Italian vintage necklace is a treasure to behold: Crafted from 18K yellow gold, it features
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow gold and High-Tech Black Ceramic Curb Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
ceramic curb-link necklace. With a hardness approaching that of diamond, high-tech ceramic is a highly
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow gold and High-Tech Black Ceramic Curb Link Necklace
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow gold and High-Tech Black Ceramic Curb Link Necklace
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H 0.79 in W 1.07 in D 0.67 in L 16.82 in
18kt Yellow Gold 1.77cttw Diamond Curb Link Necklace, 46 gr, 19 In, Solid Heavy
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
18kt yellow gold 1.77cttw diamond curb-link 19-inch necklace (diamond weight is a close
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Dollar Coin Rose Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Rose Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coins Great Value Chain Length
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2010s American Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

Vintage Dollar Coin Rose Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Rose Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coins Great Value Chain Length
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2010s American Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Vintage Dollar Coin Curb Link Yellow Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Yellow Gold Vermeil on 925 Solid Sterling Silver Genuine Vintage Coin Great Value 22 Inches
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2010s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Big and Bold 18K Yellow Gold Large Link Necklace with One Diamond Link
By Abel & Zimmerman
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This finely crafted 18k yellow gold modified curb link necklace was created and released by
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Late 20th Century German Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura 18K Yellow Gold Classic Heavy Gold Link Necklace 19" #17051
By Verdura
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Verdura 18K Yellow Gold Classic Heavy Greta Garbo Style Gold Link Necklace 19" From The Verdura
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1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Azurmalachite And Diamond Chain Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous necklace is an 18 karat yellow gold, diamond and azurmalachite necklace designed and
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1980s Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Yellow gold choker necklace featuring a fine
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Vintage 1980s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

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18k Curb Link Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k curb link necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k curb link necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 2 Carat and 2.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A 18k curb link necklace from Jona, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a 18k curb link necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k curb link necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18k Curb Link Necklace?

Prices for a 18k curb link necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $235,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,436.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, 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 celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.