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1940s Gold Chain

French 18k solid gold floral chain bracelet - 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet
French 18k solid gold floral chain bracelet - 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet

French 18k solid gold floral chain bracelet - 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this Vintage French Floral linked bracelet. This heavy yet elegant bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and hallmarked with a French eagle head and a Rhino head which m...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18k solid gold filligree chain bracelet, 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet
French 18k solid gold filligree chain bracelet, 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet

French 18k solid gold filligree chain bracelet, 1940's romantic sautoir bracelet

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this Vintage French Floral linked bracelet. This elegant bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and hallmarked with a French eagle head. It is in good condition since we ...

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Vintage 1940s French Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Bar-Link Chain Necklace, circa 1940s–1960s
Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Bar-Link Chain Necklace, circa 1940s–1960s

Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Bar-Link Chain Necklace, circa 1940s–1960s

Located in Cape Town, ZA

This finely detailed bar-link chain dates to the 1940s–1960s, the mid-century period when European jewellers elevated everyday gold through elongated, decorative links.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Retro 1940's Nugget Turquoise Long Station Necklace
Retro 1940's Nugget Turquoise Long Station Necklace

Retro 1940's Nugget Turquoise Long Station Necklace

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

Free-form turquoise nuggets spaced along a chain of elongated 18k gold links—some beads pale sky, some closer to green-blue, each one tumbled to its own perfectly natural shape rathe...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Chain Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Gold Tone Chain Necklace with Filigree and Faux Coral Stones circa 1940s
Long Gold Tone Chain Necklace with Filigree and Faux Coral Stones circa 1940s

Long Gold Tone Chain Necklace with Filigree and Faux Coral Stones circa 1940s

Located in London, GB

Long gold tone necklace with ridged detail links, and featuring fine filigree metal work set with faux coral stones. Length 123cm / 48.42 inches, and the faux coral stones are 7.5mm ...

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Vintage 1940s Chain Necklaces

Vintage Circa 1940s 10k Gold, Multi Gem Set Necklace
Vintage Circa 1940s 10k Gold, Multi Gem Set Necklace

Vintage Circa 1940s 10k Gold, Multi Gem Set Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage 10ct Multi Gem Set Gold Necklace Stamped 10k Gold Circa 1940s A dance of colour from a bygone era… Step into 1940s elegance with this 10k gold vintage necklace, gleaming...

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Mid-20th Century European Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet Vintage 1940s
18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet Vintage 1940s

18kt Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet Vintage 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 1940s style Diamond = 60 counts = 2.0 ct twd 18k Yellow Gold Length: fits like 6.5 inches Total Weight: 55.2 grams

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20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

Cartier 1940s CCartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

By Cartier

Located in Fairfield, CT

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Necklace Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage Cartier necklace is made from interlocking links of 14k yellow gold, forming a bold yet refined chain ...

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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold
Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold

By Cartier

Located in Fairfield, CT

Cartier 1940s Chain Link Bracelet Bismark Pattern 14K Yellow gold This vintage bracelet by Cartier features a series of interlocking chain links with a smooth, polished surface.

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Vintage 1940s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold 1940s Single Stone Diamond, Modern Pendent With Trace Link Chain
18ct White Gold 1940s Single Stone Diamond, Modern Pendent With Trace Link Chain

18ct White Gold 1940s Single Stone Diamond, Modern Pendent With Trace Link Chain

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Diamond Necklace 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1940's This pendant necklace is truly stunning, featuring a single natural, brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.33ct.

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Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Gold Tone Wheat Chain Bracelet with Dangling Columns, 1940s
Vintage Gold Tone Wheat Chain Bracelet with Dangling Columns, 1940s

Vintage Gold Tone Wheat Chain Bracelet with Dangling Columns, 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Antique Gold Dangling Columns Circa 1940s. This is a very unusual-shaped bracelet.

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Vintage 1940s American Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage 1940s Pineapple Tassel Rope Chain Necklace with Diamonds
Vintage 1940s Pineapple Tassel Rope Chain Necklace with Diamonds

Vintage 1940s Pineapple Tassel Rope Chain Necklace with Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carat. Circa 1940s 16 1/2 inches long +3 inch tassel

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Vintage 1940s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'

Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'

Located in Big Bend, WI

The piece has Victorian slides 1880-1890's on 1940's gold filled beads. The safety chain and clasp is 14k yellow gold.

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Beaded Bracelets

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14k Gold

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1940s Diamond Platinum Gold Tassel Necklace
1940s Diamond Platinum Gold Tassel Necklace

1940s Diamond Platinum Gold Tassel Necklace

Located in Madrid, ES

This Necklace has a beautiful double asymmetric tassels. Made of platinum and 18 kts. Gold with brillant cut-diamonds weighing 2 carats. French assay marks.

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Mid-20th Century French Retro Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Seaman Schepps 1940s Bracelet in Diamonds, Sapphires and 18 Carat Gold
Seaman Schepps 1940s Bracelet in Diamonds, Sapphires and 18 Carat Gold

Seaman Schepps 1940s Bracelet in Diamonds, Sapphires and 18 Carat Gold

By Seaman Schepps

Located in London, GB

Seaman Schepps (american's jeweler since 1931)1940s bracelet : 11 diamonds, 12 sapphires on 18 carats yellow gold.

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Vintage 1940s American Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold  Chain Handles
1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold  Chain Handles

1940's Red Alligator Handbag with Double Gold Chain Handles

Located in Oradell, NJ

Offered for sale is this handsome, 1940's vintage, red alligator handbag with elegant and chic gold-toned frame and hardware in excellent vintage condition. The bag itself has no lab...

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1940s Handbags and Purses

1940s  Wine Country Gold Silver Copper Grapes & Leaves Book Chain Necklace
1940s  Wine Country Gold Silver Copper Grapes & Leaves Book Chain Necklace

1940s Wine Country Gold Silver Copper Grapes & Leaves Book Chain Necklace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vino I drink Vino I wear! Gold, Silver, Copper metal tones grapes and leaves round book chain necklace. A must wear for a wine country wedding or casual wine tasting weekend! End ...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown More Necklaces

1940s Clear Stone  & Milk Stone Gold Book Chain Festoon Necklace
1940s Clear Stone  & Milk Stone Gold Book Chain Festoon Necklace

1940s Clear Stone & Milk Stone Gold Book Chain Festoon Necklace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Fantastic summer 1940's necklace. It is a collar necklace with gold metal book chain -white milk glass and clear glass faceted stones.

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Vintage 1940s More Necklaces

Multi-Beaded Glass Bib Necklace on Gold-Toned Chain
Multi-Beaded Glass Bib Necklace on Gold-Toned Chain

Multi-Beaded Glass Bib Necklace on Gold-Toned Chain

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a sensational multi-beaded, cobalt blue, glass bib necklace of the 1930's-1940's vintage on a gold-toned chain. The necklace measures 14 1/2" from end to end and is in excel...

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Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces

Circa 1940s Ernest Steiner Blue and Gold Jeweled Pendant Necklace
Circa 1940s Ernest Steiner Blue and Gold Jeweled Pendant Necklace

Circa 1940s Ernest Steiner Blue and Gold Jeweled Pendant Necklace

Located in Long Beach, CA

Circa 1940s gold tone metal chain necklace with a large, ornate pendant bezel set with oval and round turquoise glass cabochons.

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Vintage 1940s American Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Wide Retro Snake Chain with Diamond Center
Beautiful Wide Retro Snake Chain with Diamond Center

Beautiful Wide Retro Snake Chain with Diamond Center

Located in Wynnewood, PA

Fabulous 14k gold retro (1940's) snake chain necklace. This necklace is very comfortable when worn and feels luxurious.

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Vintage 1940s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1940s Heavy Gold Rope Chain
1940s Heavy Gold Rope Chain

1940s Heavy Gold Rope Chain

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W 0.25 in L 44 in

1940s Heavy Gold Rope Chain

Located in New York, NY

14kt Yellow Gold Rope Chain. Ca 1940. Never ending - no clasp. A staple choice - worn with anything and everywhere. Almost 3 ounces.

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Vintage 1940s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1940's Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Chain Necklace
Tiffany & Co. 1940's Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Chain Necklace

Tiffany & Co. 1940's Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Snake Chain Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a rounded snake chain With high polish finish Completed by hinged buckle clasp closure Stamped for 14-karat gold Stamped with maker's mark for Tiffany & Co.

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Vintage 1940s Retro Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace, circa 1940s
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace, circa 1940s

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace, circa 1940s

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Tiffany & Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Snake Chain Necklace Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer necklace.

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Vintage 1940s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 1940s 14 Karat Gold Crescent and Flower Necklace
Vintage 1940s 14 Karat Gold Crescent and Flower Necklace

Vintage 1940s 14 Karat Gold Crescent and Flower Necklace

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage 1940s 14K Gold Crescent & Flower Pin with Seed Pearl Accent, Newly Made into Necklace with New 14K Chain (Adjustable)

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s
CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold ID Bracelet w/Pouch Circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Crafted from 14ct yellow gold, it features a classic rope chain style that is both sophisticated and versatile.

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Vintage 1940s British Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace
1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage 9.39 Carat diamond and 4.10 Carat emerald, 14 karat white gold necklace; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine a...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

French 1940s 2.04 Carat Ruby and 0.45 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
French 1940s 2.04 Carat Ruby and 0.45 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet

French 1940s 2.04 Carat Ruby and 0.45 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This exceptional, fine and impressive vintage ruby and diamond bracelet has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The typical Art Deco design consists of three longer links and three s...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Chain Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold 1940’s Fancy Oval Link Chain Bracelet
Vintage 9ct Gold 1940’s Fancy Oval Link Chain Bracelet

Vintage 9ct Gold 1940’s Fancy Oval Link Chain Bracelet

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Gold Bracelet 9ct Gold Stamped Makers Mark D J E Circa 1940’s Beautiful, vintage gold bracelet. Features lovely, alternating oval & half oval links which lay beautifully...

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Mid-20th Century English Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

FORSTNER 14k Yellow Gold Tubogas Choker Necklace Retro Circa 1940s
FORSTNER 14k Yellow Gold Tubogas Choker Necklace Retro Circa 1940s

FORSTNER 14k Yellow Gold Tubogas Choker Necklace Retro Circa 1940s

By Forstner Chain Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Forstner Retro 14k Yellow Gold Tubogas Choker Necklace Vintage Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer necklace. Made by Forstner ...

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Vintage 1940s American Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

14k Gold Two-Tone Chain Necklace 1940s
14k Gold Two-Tone Chain Necklace 1940s

14k Gold Two-Tone Chain Necklace 1940s

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

DESIGNER: Unknown CIRCA: 1940’s MATERIALS: 14K Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 62 grams MEASUREMENTS: 19" x 7/16” HALLMARKS: 14K An impressive Retro chain necklace made of rose and yellow 14k g...

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Vintage 1940s Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain
5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain

5 Cameo Gold 1940s Carved Shell Necklace Wire Rope Chain

Located in Stamford, CT

14k yellow gold graduated 5 Cameo necklace. The center Cameo and the 2 end Cameo's are from shells with a darker background color. Twisted wire frame borders around each cameo. 20 in...

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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1940's Tiffany & Co. Retro Carved Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Linked Chain Necklac
1940's Tiffany & Co. Retro Carved Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Linked Chain Necklac

1940's Tiffany & Co. Retro Carved Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Linked Chain Necklac

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Necklace is comprised of circular links alternating with ribbed spacer bar links. While centering five carved jade oval stations - jade measures from 20.0 x 15.0 mm to 16.0 x 12.0 mm...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s
Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s

Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Gold Chain Link Cufflinks, circa 1940s

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A stunning pair of vintage Cartier square cufflinks. These double sided ribbed design cufflinks are highly desirable. They look fantastic on the cuff and would like stylish for ever...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Post-War Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Coral Diamond Platinum Gold Drop Pendant Necklace Circa 1940s
Retro Coral Diamond Platinum Gold Drop Pendant Necklace Circa 1940s

Retro Coral Diamond Platinum Gold Drop Pendant Necklace Circa 1940s

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pendant designed as a round cabochon of coral suspending a larger drop of coral; opaque and a swirled peachy-pink coloration Coral separated by a transitional cut diamond, bezel set...

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Vintage 1940s Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Retro French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Graduated Ball Chain, circa 1940s
Retro French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Graduated Ball Chain, circa 1940s

Retro French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Graduated Ball Chain, circa 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Retro French 18k Yellow Gold Graduated Ball Chain c.1940s Additional Information: Period: Retro Year: c.1940s Material: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 23.5g Length: 44.45cm/17.75 Inches Co...

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20th Century French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Reinad Gold Tone Chain Double Link Necklace circa 1940s
Reinad Gold Tone Chain Double Link Necklace circa 1940s

Reinad Gold Tone Chain Double Link Necklace circa 1940s

By Reinad

Located in London, GB

Stylish Reinad pale gold tone chain double link necklace, with an extension chain.

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Vintage 1940s American Chain Necklaces

Vintage 1940s 15 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Tassel Necklace.
Vintage 1940s 15 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Tassel Necklace.

Vintage 1940s 15 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Tassel Necklace.

Located in New York, NY

Elevate your look with this elegant lariat Ncklace, crafted in luminous 15 karat gold. Featuring a refined rope- style chain and a fluid tassel drop, this piece strikes the perfect b...

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Vintage 1940s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace
1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

1940s 9.39 Carat Diamond and 4.10 Carat Emerald White Gold Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning vintage 9.39 Carat diamond and 4.10 Carat emerald, 14 karat white gold necklace; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine a...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Vintage Rolled Gold Tone Diamante Dangling Snake Bracelet Circa 1940s
Vintage Rolled Gold Tone Diamante Dangling Snake Bracelet Circa 1940s

Vintage Rolled Gold Tone Diamante Dangling Snake Bracelet Circa 1940s

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H 0.25 in W 0.25 in D 0.2 in Dm 3.5 in L 7.5 in

Vintage Rolled Gold Tone Diamante Dangling Snake Bracelet Circa 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Rolled Gold Tone Diamante Dangling Snake Bracelet Circa 1940s. I have never seen another bracelet like this. It is so special and unusual. There are $ rolls of descending si...

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Vintage 1940s American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Mixed Metal

Retro circa 1940s 14 Karat Gold Snake or Serpent Necklace Garnet Eyes
Retro circa 1940s 14 Karat Gold Snake or Serpent Necklace Garnet Eyes

Retro circa 1940s 14 Karat Gold Snake or Serpent Necklace Garnet Eyes

Located in North Hollywood, CA

This highly unusual snake necklace has a diamond coiled link chain that is beautiful with a lovely faced snake. This snake has garnet eyes and the twist of the link to his head form...

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Vintage 1940s Unknown Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold

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1940s Gold Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1940s gold chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. If you’re looking for a 1940s gold chain from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. A 1940s gold chain from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Forstner Chain Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a 1940s gold chain 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 emerald cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1940s gold chain, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1940s Gold Chain?

On average, a 1940s gold chain at 1stDibs sells for $4,200, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $45,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.