Victorian Book Chain Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
chain necklace is an exquisite example of 19th-century design. The book chain became a staple of mid-to
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Book Chain
14k Gold
Victorian Book Chain Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
chain necklace is an exquisite example of 19th-century design. The book chain became a staple of mid-to
14k Gold
Victorian Yellow Gold Column and Heart Motif Book Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous gold book chain from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This amazing handmade piece is crafted
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Ornate Gold Etruscan Link Book Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
This gold book chain from the Victorian era (ca1880) is quite an outstanding piece! English in
15k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Filled Book Chain Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Antique rose gold filled pendant book chain choker necklace . Central pendant acts as a clasp and
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace & Engraved Locket Hallmarked 1882
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Locket Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1882 A beautiful
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver, Victorian Book Chain Necklace with Silver & Gold Inlaid Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 Introducing a stunning piece of
Gold, Sterling Silver
Victorian Etruscan Revival English Book Chain Collar 15 KT Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
An amazing Victorian period English book chain collar designed in sought after Etruscan design
Gold, 15k Gold
$1,295
H 1.25 in W 1 in L 17 in
Victorian Hardstone Cameo Locket Necklace Hand Carved Antique Book Chain 1870
Located in New York, NY
BEAUTIFUL WOMAN. THE LOCKET HANGS FROM A WONDERFUL BOOK BELCHER CHAIN. THE NECKLACE DATES TO C1860-1890
Onyx, Gold-filled
$600Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.58 in W 19.3 in D 0.79 in
19th C. Nickel Silver Métal Extra Blanc French Adjustable Book Chain Dog Collar
Located in Haarlem, NL
An impressive antique white metal or nickel silver adjustable book chain linked collar, probably
Nickel
Victorian Book Chain Necklace Antique Dog Clip For Locket Or Pendant circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BOOK BELCHER CHAIN NECKLACE IN A BRAIDED MESH DESIGN WITH TWO
Gold-filled
Antique Edwardian fancy link bracelet, Pink and Blue paste
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous and unusual antique fancy link bracelet. It is quite a chunky bracelet with fancy book
Steel
Antique Victorian sterling silver locket pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and era
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian silver locket pendant, Floral, large
Located in NEWARK, GB
attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and era: Victorian era, unmarked, tests as sterling silver
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver 'Amity Eternity Infinity' Locket
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
modelled and styled photographs the locket is pictured with a Victorian sterling silver book chain which is
Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,595
H 2.75 in L 17 in
22 Carats Rose de France Amethyst Earrings Necklace Victorian Fringe Parure 1870
Located in New York, NY
shape drops. The chain is a lovely book chain necklace. The earrings have elegant amethysts of 14mm by
Amethyst, Gold-filled
Unavailable
Victorian Book Chain with Locket
Located in Florida, FL
Victorian sterling silver book chain with locket
Circa 1930 Book-Chain Necklace With Jeweled Pendant
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1930 goldtone metal book-chain necklace with a large floral motif pendant. This ornately
Base Metal
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Book Chain and Cross with Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Mansfield, OH
Antique Victorian 15 karat book chain and cross with seed pearl pendant necklace. This Exquisite
Pearl, 15k Gold
Early 1900s Book Chain and Topaz Faceted Glass Pendant/Brooch Necklace
Located in Long Beach, CA
converted to a pendant. It is hanging from a brass book chain necklace with a watch chain clasp. The
Base Metal, Brass
Antique Victorian Book Link Collar 18 Carat Gold on Silver circa 1880 Chain
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This stunning Victorian book collar link chain is crafted in Silver and gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold
18k Gold, Silver
1920s French Deco Asian Influenced Enamel Necklace
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Beautifully 1920s art deco crafted book chain, enamel, carnelian, and glass necklace. Signed made
Base Metal
Victorian locket pendant book collar chain necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
AN IMPRESSIVE VICTORIAN c.1880 ENGRAVED WITH FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE LOCKET PENDANT ON THE BOOK COLLAR
Base Metal
Unavailable
W 0.48 in L 19.69 in
Victorian Silver Book Link Chain and Locket with Birds, Animals, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
This fabulous and one-of-a-kind Victorian antique book link chain is beautifully adorned with rose
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Austro-Hungarian Bejeweled Crystal Parure 1870s
Located in Burbank, CA
and simple book chain going up around the neck. The brooch offers a similar large plaque linked
Sterling Book Form Vinaigrette
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Sterling silver book form Vinaigrette, suspended on chain, by John Taylor & John Perry, Birmingham
Unavailable
H 7.6 in W 9.25 in
Andromeda Chained To Rock" Oil on Board 7 5/8 x 9 1/4 Book illustration
Located in Dallas, TX
A girl chained to a cliffside against the ocean. A faint outline in pencil leads me to believe this
Oil, Board
Victorian Book Chain Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold (acid tested) "Y" shaped Victorian book chain necklace measuring twenty
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver Gilt Book Chain Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
). Book chain bracelets are so named because of their design of interwoven links of folded metal which
Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Silver Book Chain Bracelet, Floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique Victorian, Aesthetic era book chain bracelet. Pretty engraved floral links
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian silver book chain necklace, star links
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Victorian, Aesthetic era book chain necklace. This is a gorgeous piece with
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Book Chain Necklace, Aesthetic Era
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Victorian, Aesthetic era book chain necklace. This is a day to night necklace
Silver
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace & Locket Hallmarked London 1879
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Stamped STG 925 Hallmarked London 1879 Introducing
Sterling Silver
Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This Victorian era necklace is known as a 'book' chain and has been manufactured from sterling
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Moon and Stars Book Chain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
One of the most charming book chain collars I have ever seen is gold on sterling with raised
14k Gold, Vermeil
Victorian Book Chain Link Gold Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
book chain. Beadwork accents decorate the oval-shaped connectors, which alternate with folded panel
15k Gold
Victorian Silver Book Chain Necklace, Collar Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian silver collar or book chain necklace. There is so much detailing
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Photo Locket and Book Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Superb Victorian Antique Book Chain Collar Necklace and Sterling Silver beautifully engraved photo
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Gilt Locket and Book Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
motif. The book chain necklace has nice chunky wide links which are lightly textured on one side, it is
Gilt Metal
Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain & Oval Engraved Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian silver book chain
Sterling Silver
Antique Engraved Sterling Silver Victorian Locket and Book Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Engraved Locket Sterling Silver Circa 1890 Introducing a stunning
Sterling Silver
Victorian Unusual Etruscan Link Gold Book Chain Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
bracelet is crafted in vibrant 18kt yellow gold, and is comprised of an alternating design of 12 book chain
18k Gold
Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Necklace Hallmarked Birmingham 1883
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1883 Makers Mark M J G
Sterling Silver
Antique 18ct Gold French Belle Époque, Book Chain Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Book Chain Necklace 18ct Rose Gold- French Stamped Circa 1880 Fabulous, French
Gold, 18k Gold
Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain Collar Enamel Locket Necklace original Box
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 The most fabulous example of Victorian
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Victorian Floral Silver Locket & Book Chain Aesthetic Movement
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
down 11.5 " from the top of the chain, and the chain measures 18.5". Total weight of the chain and
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian 1880s Emerald and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
unembellished. The locket suspends from a substantial 15k yellow gold 18" book link chain via a spring loaded
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Large Niello Heart Locket and Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
darker silver is shimmering. This piece is accompanied by a simple, satin toned silver book chain that is
Niello, Sterling Silver
Sold
H 2 in Dm 1.75 in L 17.5 in
Victorian 15.26 Ctw. Old Cut Diamond Starburst Pendant & Antique Gold Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
fitting is removable. The 14k yellow gold Victorian "book-chain" style link is reversible. Total weight is
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Swallow Locket, Aesthetic Era, Large
Located in NEWARK, GB
long antique chain or a book chain style necklace. The Swallow featured heavily in Victorian jewellery
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Engraved Links, Aesthetic
Located in NEWARK, GB
necklace with heavily engraved links. The necklace has flat rounded rectangular book chain type links
Silver
Sold
H 6.75 in W 4 in D 4 in
1900s Antique German Wooden Lectern and Chain with Holy Bible Printed Book
Located in Van Nuys, CA
it has 876 numbered pages. Bibles and other rare and precious books would often be chained to
Wood
Sold
H 26 in W 24 in D 16 in
Early 20th Century Louis XV Carved Painted & Cane Canterbury Magazine Rack
Located in Dallas, TX
small chains; the book holder with a top handle is both useful, practical and stylish. The Louis XV
Iron
Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain Necklace with Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
A treat of a Silver Book Chain and locket necklace that has the beautiful engraving of the
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Book Chain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
One of the most charming book chain collars I have ever seen is gold on sterling with raised
14k Gold, Vermeil
Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Floral Book Chain, Day to Night
Located in NEWARK, GB
up from chunky silver book chain links with engraving to one side. A staple piece of Victorian
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian silver collar necklace, Book chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
being over 100 years old. This chain is made up of intermittent O ring and engraved rectangular shape
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain & Rectangular Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian silver book chain
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Book Link Chain
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow and rose gold estate Victorian book link chain measuring 18 inches long.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Aesthetic Era Locket, Sterling Silver and 9k Gold, Kingfisher
Located in NEWARK, GB
antique silver book chain necklace, shown in the photos with a Victorian silver book chain for reference
9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Brick Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian silver collar or book chain necklace. This attractive Aesthetic era
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian silver locket pendant, Leaf engraved, Aesthetic
Located in NEWARK, GB
. This would look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and
Silver, Sterling Silver
Aesthetic Movement Large Sterling Silver Locket Victorian
Located in Stamford, CT
the locket. Large lockets were worn suspended from silver necklaces known as book chains in the
Sterling Silver
Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Fill Locket
Located in Venice, CA
1 1/8” inches wide. The locket is pictured here on a book chain that is also available on Kirsten’s
Gold-filled
Garnet Six Heart Locket Charm Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian
By Bates & Bacon
Located in New York, NY
. . The necklace is a Victorian book chain necklace with engraved leaves and berries on each section. The
Garnet, Gold-filled
Star Design Victorian Book Chain
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1870, this great book chain goes with all. It has stamped and hand assembled links made with
Silver
Victorian Rose Gold Fancy Book Link Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fine antique Victorian 9k rose gold fancy book link chain hand crafted circa 1880. The main links
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Gilt Metal Locket and Collar
Located in New York, NY
book chain collar. 16 inch collar plus 4 inch pendant with jump ring which may be used to extend the
Victorian Miniature Dance Book
Located in New York, NY
book is held together by a brass book-liner & chain. It has 4 cream-colored celluloid pages and
Antique Rare Gold Book Chain Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely antique 14K yellow gold book chain necklace with bead detail. This 1890 antique is rarely
14k Gold
Victorian Gold Fancy Book Link Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fine antique Victorian 9ct yellow gold fancy book link chain hand crafted circa 1880. The main
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$38,800Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Cuff Diamond Bracelet
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Diamond 7.50 carats approx. Open cuff bracelet About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Namrata Kothari have c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Etruscan Revival 15k Gold Victorian Large Locket
Located in New York, NY
Stunning example of Etruscan Revival craftsmanship, this 15k antique Victorian locket is substantial in size with exquisite details. The center boasts a beautiful rose gold locket do...
15k Gold
$16,500 / set
W 1.03 in L 11.42 in
Rare Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Locket Necklace attr. Eugene Fontenay, Paris 1870
By Eugene Fontenay
Located in New York, NY
Large, stunning granulated antique French Etruscan Revival locket with the original, equally spectacular large chain. The oval locket exquisitely decorated with a technique known as...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This delightful 9ct rose gold chain has fancy links and two dog clips to fasten. It could be used as an albert, necklace or wrapped around your wrist to make a bracelet! Length: 42c...
Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamond Gold Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Link up with this spectacular Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond and 18 karat yellow gold vintage bracelet. With a total of 2.50 carats of round cut diamonds, this one-of-a-kind brace...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
14k Yellow Gold Tubogas Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking 14K yellow gold tubogas link necklace exudes the bold sophistication of the 1960s, showcasing a unique design that marries elegance with retro flair. Measuring 10 mm wi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Berlin, BE
'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...
Georgian 1.30 Ct. Antique Cut Diamond 18 KT Locket Mourning Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
Georgian Remembrance This simply exquisite antique Georgian ring is 1790/1810 ca. – English origin A rare example of memorial jewelry in use during Georgian period as keeper of remem...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$75,115Sale Price|20% Off
Retro Reversible Sapphire Signet Ring 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A retro reversible sapphire signet ring 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1940. This unusual and ingeniously crafted ring comprises of a deep blue cabochon sapphire, engraved with a seal ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Wide Open Panther Link 18 Karat Choker Necklace 166.2 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
This chic vintage 1970's necklace consists of large interlocking links that measure appx. 7/8 inch wide and is appx. 16 inches in length with the neck opening at appx. 15 Inches. ...
18k Gold
Vintage Gold Link Cartier Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Yellow 18K gold chain by Cartier. Formed with oblique rectangular links which graduate gently towards the centre, signed Cartier. Condition: very good Date: contemporary Weight: 42...
Gold, 18k Gold
$3,600,000
W 0.75 in L 7.25 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Sapphires and Baguette Diamond Bracelet Circa - 1938
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bracelet of Oval Sapphires Surrounded by Baguette Diamonds Which Embrace the Sapphires. 15 Oval No Heat Sapphires Consisting of, 6 - Kashmir, 8- Burma, 1 - Ceylon....
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1970s Bvlgari Monete 7 Coin Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with 7 gold Byzantine coins and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. Signed by Bvlgari Circa 1970s 35 inches long
Diamond, 18k Gold
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.