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Anne Klein Vintage Necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold plated chain designer necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold plated chain designer necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold plated chain designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold plated • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 61 ❤️❤️ V...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone designer chain necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone designer chain necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone designer chain necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 60 ❤️❤️ VIN...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone colorful beaded necklace
Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone colorful beaded necklace

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone colorful beaded necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with glass bead • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...

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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold glass designer runway necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold glass designer runway necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold glass designer runway necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...

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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone massive chain designer necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone massive chain designer necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone massive chain designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A63 ❤️❤️ V...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone designer massive necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone designer massive necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone designer massive necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 60 ❤️❤️ VINT...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Couture Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s

$825

H 32 in W 1.25 in D 0.15 in Dm 32 in L 32 in

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage huge glass pearls choker designer necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage huge glass pearls choker designer necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage huge glass pearls choker designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with glass pearls • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️...

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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Gold-Tone Long Necklace, 65 Inches, 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold-Tone Long Necklace, 65 Inches, 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold-Tone Long Necklace, 65 Inches, 1980s

$1,225

H 65 in W 1 in D 0.4 in Dm 65 in L 65 in

Vintage Anne Klein Gold-Tone Long Necklace, 65 Inches, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Arrow/Feather-Like Gold-Tone Long Necklace.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Red Beaded Necklace with Diamante, 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Couture Red Beaded Necklace with Diamante, 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Red Beaded Necklace with Diamante, 1980s

$1,825

H 18 in W 3 in D 0.33 in Dm 6 in L 17 in

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Red Beaded Necklace with Diamante, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Red and Diamante Necklace Circa 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Stacked Toggle Necklace, Circa 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Stacked Toggle Necklace, Circa 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Stacked Toggle Necklace, Circa 1980s

$625

H 16 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in Dm 5 in L 16 in

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Stacked Toggle Necklace, Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Stacked Gold Tone Fan-Like Toggle Necklace.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Gilded Openwork Heart Link Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Gilded Openwork Heart Link Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Gilded Openwork Heart Link Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 17" length with additional 2" extender chain - Heavy matte gold plate - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquir...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Toggle Necklace with Blue Disc Circa 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Toggle Necklace with Blue Disc Circa 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Toggle Necklace with Blue Disc Circa 1980s

$625

H 31 in W 0.25 in D 0.15 in Dm 29 in L 31 in

Vintage Anne Klein Toggle Necklace with Blue Disc Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Toggle Necklace with Blue Disc.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Filled Lucite Ball Loop Necklace, 1980's
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Filled Lucite Ball Loop Necklace, 1980's

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Filled Lucite Ball Loop Necklace, 1980's

By Anne Klein

Located in North Miami, FL

This great original vintage Anne Klein chunky lucite ball and gold filed embellished loop design necklace is from when Anne Klein was still living designing jewelry.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Gold-filled

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone massive chain designer necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone massive chain designer necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone massive chain designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A63 ❤️❤️ V...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone modernist designer chain necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone modernist designer chain necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage matte gold tone modernist designer chain necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 61 ❤️❤️ VINT...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone pearl multi strand designer necklace
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone pearl multi strand designer necklace

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone pearl multi strand designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with faux pearls • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...

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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN vintage matte gold tone modernist geometrid designer runway necklace
ANNE KLEIN vintage matte gold tone modernist geometrid designer runway necklace

ANNE KLEIN vintage matte gold tone modernist geometrid designer runway necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed AK ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 17.5” long CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤...

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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Vintage Gilded Puffy Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Gilded Puffy Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Gilded Puffy Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 16" length - Heavy matte gold plate - Toggle clasp - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - This item has been cleaned & polishe...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone enamel designer necklace earrings brooch set
ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone enamel designer necklace earrings brooch set

ANNE KLEIN signed vintage gold tone enamel designer necklace earrings brooch set

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN AK • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer necklace, earrings and brooch set MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with mini...

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20th Century Link Necklaces

ANNE KLEIN AK signed gold tone massive designer runway choker necklace
ANNE KLEIN AK signed gold tone massive designer runway choker necklace

ANNE KLEIN AK signed gold tone massive designer runway choker necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...

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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Mughal Style Necklace
Vintage Anne Klein Couture Mughal Style Necklace

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Mughal Style Necklace

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

Vintage Anne Klein Couture Mughal/Mogul Pendant Chain Necklace - A highly collectible piece from Anne Klein Couture, this necklace features a large pendant inspired by the opulent ar...

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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold enamel massive maltese cross designer necklace
Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold enamel massive maltese cross designer necklace

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold enamel massive maltese cross designer necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku...

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Vintage 1980s Brooches

Vintage Gold Tone 8 Row Necklace Circa 1980s
Vintage Gold Tone 8 Row Necklace Circa 1980s

Vintage Gold Tone 8 Row Necklace Circa 1980s

$4,825

H 5 in W 5 in D 0.25 in Dm 5 in L 16 in

Vintage Gold Tone 8 Row Necklace Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Gold Tone 8 Row Necklace Circa 1980s. This is one of the most gorgeous necklaces that I have ever had in my collection, as well as the most well-made and most stunning. It i...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed silver tone designer chain massive necklace
Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed silver tone designer chain massive necklace

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed silver tone designer chain massive necklace

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • silver tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A65 ❤️❤️ ...

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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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Vintage Signed Anne Klein Necklace-Belt
Vintage Signed Anne Klein Necklace-Belt

Vintage Signed Anne Klein Necklace-Belt

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

This vintage Anne Klein jewelry can double as a necklace or a belt!

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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Ball Silver Loop Necklace
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Ball Silver Loop Necklace

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Ball Silver Loop Necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in North Miami, FL

This is the original signed vintage Anne Klein necklace from the 80's. This is when she was still living and designing.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Gold, Silver

Vintage Black & Gold Caged Sphere Pendant Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Black & Gold Caged Sphere Pendant Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Black & Gold Caged Sphere Pendant Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 36" length - 2.25" pendant drop - Heavy matte gold plate - Snake chain - Clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired ...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage Gilded Heavy Chain Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Gilded Heavy Chain Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Gilded Heavy Chain Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 17.5" length - Each link measures 1" x 1.4" - Heavy matte gold plate - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquir...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Anne Klein 1980s Chain Link Choker
Anne Klein 1980s Chain Link Choker

Anne Klein 1980s Chain Link Choker

By Anne Klein

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Show off the 80s with this rare Anne Klein necklace! Circa 1980s, this chunky chain-link choker is gold toned and features a bar pendant stamped with the Anne Klein logo and initials.

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Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Arrow Like Gold Tone Long Necklace.

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Vintage 1980s American Artist Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Gilded Spheres Statement Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Gilded Spheres Statement Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Gilded Spheres Statement Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 20" length - Heavy matte gold plate - 10mm to 20mm ball-shaped beads - Clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - T...

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

1980s Anne Klein multi color Bib Necklace
1980s Anne Klein multi color Bib Necklace

1980s Anne Klein multi color Bib Necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vintage 1980s - Early 1990s Anne Klein couture acrylic necklace in amber, green, blue, pink and red

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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Gilded Knot Link Choker Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Gilded Knot Link Choker Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Gilded Knot Link Choker Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - Measures 18" in length - Gold plated - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hangtag) - Circa 1980s - Made in the USA - Estate acquired - Excellent...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Vintage Matte Gold Swirl Link Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s
Vintage Matte Gold Swirl Link Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s

Vintage Matte Gold Swirl Link Necklace by Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 18" length - Gold plated - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hangtag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - This item has been cleaned & polished a...

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage ANNE KLEIN gold pearl lions head chain designer runway necklace
Vintage ANNE KLEIN gold pearl lions head chain designer runway necklace

Vintage ANNE KLEIN gold pearl lions head chain designer runway necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned ANNE KLEIN • gold tone with pearl • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 17.5” long CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs ...

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20th Century Choker Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace With Drop Crest Circa 1980s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace With Drop Crest Circa 1980s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace With Drop Crest Circa 1980s

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H 25 in W 0.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 6 in L 25 in

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace With Drop Crest Circa 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Gold Tone Long Necklace With Drop Crest Circa 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Anne Klein Gold tone Panther Toggle Bracelet Circa 1990s
Vintage Anne Klein Gold tone Panther Toggle Bracelet Circa 1990s

Vintage Anne Klein Gold tone Panther Toggle Bracelet Circa 1990s

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H 7 in W 0.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 2.5 in L 7 in

Vintage Anne Klein Gold tone Panther Toggle Bracelet Circa 1990s

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Anne Klein Gold tone Panther Toggle Bracelet Circa 1990s. These are like secrets from the 1980s/1990s. They are well made and were made during the period that are so chic. ...

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1990s American Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Anne Klein Vintage Couture articulated Fish Gold Necklace, 1990s
Anne Klein Vintage Couture articulated Fish Gold Necklace, 1990s

Anne Klein Vintage Couture articulated Fish Gold Necklace, 1990s

Located in Wallkill, NY

This is a amazing piece of vintage Anne Klein. 7 Articulated Fish hanging from a large gold tone chain. The fishes 3.32 inches long hanging from a 16 inch chain (end to end) Fish hav...

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1990s Drop Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Silver Large Link Chain Necklace 1990s
Vintage Anne Klein Silver Large Link Chain Necklace 1990s

Vintage Anne Klein Silver Large Link Chain Necklace 1990s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A long Vintage Anne Klein Chain of the most spectacular proportions and excellent quality. Crafted in silver plated metal. The statement sized links are perfectly finished with a fea...

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20th Century Link Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Rare Vintage Anne Klein Red Resin and Brass Shapes Statement Necklace
Rare Vintage Anne Klein Red Resin and Brass Shapes Statement Necklace

Rare Vintage Anne Klein Red Resin and Brass Shapes Statement Necklace

By A. Klein, Thierry Mugler, Paloma Picasso, Christian Dior

Located in San Diego, CA

Incredible vintage necklace by Anne Klein. This is a true burst of color in a rare piece that is sculptural and unique.

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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Brass

Vintage Anne Klein Enamel Choker Toggle T Bar Statement Necklace Earrings Set
Vintage Anne Klein Enamel Choker Toggle T Bar Statement Necklace Earrings Set

Vintage Anne Klein Enamel Choker Toggle T Bar Statement Necklace Earrings Set

By Anne Klein

Located in Sausalito, CA

Lovely vintage statement enamel choker necklace with matching earrings by Anne Klein.

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage Anne Klein Couture divine massive 7 rows ruby red glass beads Necklace
Vintage Anne Klein Couture divine massive 7 rows ruby red glass beads Necklace

Vintage Anne Klein Couture divine massive 7 rows ruby red glass beads Necklace

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Since 1968 Anne Klein worked for Hattie Carnegie before she started her own company in 1968. When she died in 1974, Donna Karan and Louis Dell'Olio continued designing jewelry for he...

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Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Crystal

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36" Gilded X Charm Station Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
36" Gilded X Charm Station Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

36" Gilded X Charm Station Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s

By Anne Klein

Located in McKinney, TX

- Vintage item - 36" length - Gold plated - Clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Anne Klein Vintage Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the anne klein vintage 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, Silver and Gold-filled. You’re likely to find the perfect anne klein vintage necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a anne klein vintage necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Anne Klein are consistently popular.

How Much is a Anne Klein Vintage Necklace?

The price for a anne klein vintage necklace starts at $119 and tops out at $1,050 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $260.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.