18k French Filigree Chain
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces
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18k Gold
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18k Gold
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Bracelets
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1870s Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1880s French Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 1880s French Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 1880s French Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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18k Gold
20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Belle Époque Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Chain Necklaces
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces
18k Gold
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18k French Filigree Chain For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Chain-necklaces for You
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much your 18K gold chain is worth depends on several factors. As a material, 18-karat gold typically fetches a higher price than 14-karat and 10-karat gold on the scrap market because it contains more pure gold. When selling a piece for scrap, the length, thickness and weight of your chain will determine how much you can expect to receive for it. It's also possible that your chain may be worth more than the going scrap rate due to its style, maker, age and other characteristics. Consequently, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate your jewelry before you sell it. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of gold chains.
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