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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
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
15k 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
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Filled Book Chain Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Antique rose gold filled pendant book chain choker necklace . Central pendant acts as a clasp and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled, Rose Gold
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
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled
Victorian Sterling Engraved Book Chain Locket Necklace Birmingham c. 1880
Located in Berkeley, CA
Birmingham's jewelry trade.
This hand engraved locket necklace is a good example of the craftsmanship of that
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
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W 1.63 in L 16.5 in
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
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Heavy 9ct Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar
Two dog clips and each link stamped
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antique 9k gold chunky rolo link chain necklace, Victorian, Forget me not
Located in NEWARK, GB
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It has elements of the Georgian era styles and also a book chain look to it, very versatile and
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Plated Nomadic Tribal Necklace
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in New York, NY
be worn doubled or as a single necklace. A similar design can be seen in his book, "Faking It
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Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Original 2009 White Diamond White Gold Iconic Pomellato Gourmette Necklace
By Pomellato
Located in Valenza, IT
Gourmette Necklace, here declined in the most precious Estrema version, a beautiful example of Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 0.41 in W 0.708 in L 16.535 in
Antique 9 Carat Gold Albert Trombone and Twist Design Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Albert Trombone and Twist Design Necklace
Gorgeous gold twist links!! Shorter in
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
14 Karat Gold Eero Rislakki Stone Necklace Made in Finland 1959 Smoky Quarts
Located in Orimattila, FI
14 Karat Gold Eero Rislakki Stone Necklace Made in Finland
585 Gold, Maker NW, Helsinki Eino
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Vintage 1950s Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
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H 0.99 in W 0.79 in
Carved Black Onyx Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace With Pearls and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
crafted in 18k yellow gold (17.24 grams).
Complete with a matching 18k yellow gold chain weighing 4.95
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 21 in
35 Carat Diamond Riviera Three Claws 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Line Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This huge and magnificent Riviera Tennis Necklace has a total diamond weight of 35.00 Carat in
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2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
5.00 Carat Diamond Riviera Three Claws 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Line Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This stunning and impressive Riviera Necklace features total Diamond weight of 5.00 Carat in
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2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian locket pendant book collar chain necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
CHAIN. OUTSTANDING LOOKING AND EYE CATCHING NECKLACE. THE NECKLACE MADE OF SILVER COLOR METAL (NOT
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Antique 1880s European Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Antique Victorian silver locket pendant, Leaf engraved, Aesthetic
Located in NEWARK, GB
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This would look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace.
Marks and
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, 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
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique silver locket pendant, Butterfly and Roses, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
would look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace.
Marks and era
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Book Chain Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Chrysoprase Box Clasp
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This unusual chain is a segment from an 18 karat gold 40" long necklace that one of our customers
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Materials
Chrysophrase, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
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W 0.375 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
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Gold-filled
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H 1.25 in W 1 in L 17 in
Vintage 21KT Yellow Gold Book Link Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage book is crafted in rich 21K yellow gold and dates from the 1920's. This chain gets its
Category
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Gold Book Chain with Dangling Enamel Piece, circa 1940s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Book Chain with Dangling Enamel Piece Circa 1940s. Square links make up the book
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 21 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 6 in L 21 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
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Link Necklaces
Materials
Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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W 0.48 in L 19.69 in
MIRIAM HASKELL necklace book piece 1950s with many cut yellow glass balls
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A very decorative and important necklace by Miriam Haskell, shown in "Miriam Haskell Jewelry" by
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Vintage 1950s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Pearl
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W 1.38 in L 23.63 in
2.0 Carat Multi Sapphire Pendant /Necklace 18 Karat Gold Estate, Pocket Book
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2.0 Carat Multi Sapphire Pendant /Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Estate, Pocket Book
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.7 in L 0.7 in
Liuba Wolf 1970 Concretism Sculptural Pendant Necklace Chain In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural necklace designed by Liuba Wolf.
Extremely rare sculptural necklace, created in Sao
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.59 in W 2.16 in D 0.39 in L 25 in
Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic Book Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Diamonds 0.03 carat approx.
Limited edition
Chain sold separately
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Christmas Book 18k Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a book with three pages with a white
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
KineticPuppetStringsPinocchio GoldTexturedChainLink3Strand Early20thC. Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
unsigned pre-WWII yellow-gold-gilt brass necklace with elegant draping chains features a three-inch-long
Category
Early 20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass
Book Form Goldstone Picture Locket Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian, 1890
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A CLASSIC BOOK FORM VICTORIAN PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT OR CHARM IN SOLID 14 KARAT GOLD WITH
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
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H 1 in W 0.6 in
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Located in Athens, GR
Tampulous. One of the most chosen artifacts for book covers and posters. It’s size and richness of
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, 22k Gold
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H 4.33 in W 1.692 in D 0.472 in L 13.77 in
Statement Size Vintage 14k Gold and Blue Sapphire 3D Baby Shoe Book Locket Large
Located in New York, NY
necklace chain or dangling from a chunky charm bracelet.
Estate Locket
Opens
14k
Blue Sapphires
1" X 3/4
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
TJD 0.10 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Magical Book Designer Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Complement your style with this designer magical book diamond pendant and watch the compliments
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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H 0.11 in L 0.7 in
Sapphire & Diamond Photo Frame Book Pendant 8 Mother of Pearl Leaves 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Chain
Cover of the book has 15 brilliant round diamonds with border made out of invisible Sapphires.
All
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.08Carat Round Diamond 14K White Gold Book with Magic Stick Fashion Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
gold. A bright polished shine, this pendant suspends along with an cable chain. The total diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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H 0.17 in W 0.6 in L 0.71 in
Georgian 14 KT Large Carnelian Fob 1806 Plus 18 KT Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Divis hallmarks book ref. n.64) – assay on the chain
Gems: 1 oval natural un-engraved carnelian of 35 x
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Antique Early 1800s Czech Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Platinum Dune Necklace with Tanzanites (3.87 CTW)
By HCL METAL WORKS
Located in Gorham, ME
Platinum and Tanzanite (3.87 CTW) Dune Necklace is an inspiration from the Frank Herbert book DUNE
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2010s American Neoclassical Drop Necklaces
Materials
Tanzanite, Platinum
KJL Cabochon XL Byzantine Inspired Pendant Necklace
By KJL
Located in New York, NY
Stunning and colorful is this extra large K.J.L. Cabochon necklace from the K.J.L. workshop in
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Vintage 1960s American Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Emily Kuvin Gold and Diamond Star Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
shape Stellina necklace features our signature diamond dusting and a stunning 0.25 cttw diamond center
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Emily Kuvin Amethyst and Diamond Gold Star Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Classic and stunning. Our iconic matte gold organic star Stellina pendant necklace features our
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
Emily Kuvin Gold, Diamond, Lapis and Turquoise Statement Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Stunning times three. Our Piccolo Grand Stella Necklace in warm yellow gold features a lapis lazuli
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Betony Vernon "YOU ARE MINE" Necklace Medium Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "YOU ARE MINE" Necklace was designed by Betony Vernon in 2004 and manufactured in lost wax
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Emily Kuvin Mini Stella Silver and Ruby Star Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and adorable! Our Mini Stella Necklace is the perfect piece to layer or wear alone. Our
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold
Emily Kuvin Mini Stella Gold and Pavé Ruby Star Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and adorable! Our Mini Stella Necklace is the perfect piece to layer or wear alone. Our
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Silver Niello Locket Pendant Necklace Stars Initials A W
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful silver niello locket is suspended from a double row silver foxtail necklace. The
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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Niello
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W 1.11 in D 0.32 in L 12.6 in
VIntage Sterling Silver 3-D Panel Deer Floral Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
5 Panels of Deer in a forest scene. Stationery Book Link Chain with C closure. Measuring 17.5
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Link Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Embellished Octopus Necklace by Stephanie Lake Design Rare Statement Piece
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
, rhinestone-encrusted golden octopus set on a thick black jet bead braided chain.
One of a kind, this is a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Betony Vernon "You Are Mine" Necklace Small Sterling Silver in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
Small chain and locket. The Sterling Silver 925 pendant locket is also the closure of the necklace which
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Gilded Swirl Link Choker Necklace With Amber Bead Dangles By Napier, 1950s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
chain
- Links are 1.25" wide
- Gold plated hardware
- Amber-colored glass faceted beads
- Hook clasp
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Tiffany & Co. By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co.
Fabulous freeform open
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 2.09 in W 1.5 in D 0.67 in L 24 in
Tiffany & Co 1982 Elsa Peretti Mesh Scarf Draped Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Mesh draped necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co.
This iconic mesh scarf
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Vintage 1980s North American Modernist Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.06 in L 48 in
Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Clip Earrings & Necklace Set
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
: 27 mm x 25 mm
Chain is Secured with a Lobster Claw Clasp & Omega Clips Back Earrings with Posts For
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rope Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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W 1.1 in L 17.5 in
Tiffany & Co. 1978 By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace in 925 Sterling
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Open bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co.
Gorgeous freeform open
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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W 1.81 in D 1.4 in L 32 in
Liberty & Co Arts and Crafts Silver, Citrine and Enamel Necklace Circa 1910
By Liberty of London
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
fine silver belcher chain sections. With a design number ‘8968’, it can be seen in a book of Liberty
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Vintage 1910s Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Silver
Spinel Diamond Necklace 3.46 Ct 0.41 Ct AAA+ Great Luminosity 18 kt White Gold
Located in Viena, Viena
), great brilliance, matching delicate link chain with six full-cut diamonds, chic round anchor chain with
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.44 in D 0.2 in L 0.44 in
Important Early 20th Century Mughal Prayer Necklace, Silver and Gold wash, Heavy
Located in Newport Coast, CA
necklace to keep this important piece in its original condition. Chain at back of neck was included when I
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Early 20th Century Indian Empire Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Silver
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W 5 in L 38 in
Maison Gripoix 1930s Art Deco Multi-Coloured Bead and Rhinestone Vintage Flapper
By Maison Gripoix
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
, colourless rhinestones individually attached to the necklace chain in claw set cups. The necklace is also
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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L 27.56 in
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Book Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate book chain necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Silver and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect book chain necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A book chain necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1 Pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. When shopping for a book chain necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Book Chain Necklace?
The price for a book chain necklace starts at $275 and tops out at $15,595 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $795.
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.
Questions About Book Chain Necklace
- What is a book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a Victorian book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023What the most popular necklace chain is at any given time has a lot to do with jewelry trends, which are constantly shifting, as well as personal taste. There are all kinds of stylish necklace chains out there, so there is no need to limit yourself to what is trending! In fact, finding just the right gold chain necklace is surprisingly complicated. Googling that phrase generates results ranging from bold hip-hop pieces to demure oval links. Narrow down your search to "gold chain necklace" on 1stDibs, and you still get more than 2,000 jewels. Some of the most popular chain necklaces include oval chain links, paper clip chains, curb link chains, snake chains and ball chains. Find your next chain necklace on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021An anchor chain is an unusual jewelry chain that can be fairly heavy and is a nice choice for men. You may also find that this is called a mariner chain. These chain links are often rounded, like a cable chain, or flattened so all the links lie the same way, like a cable chain. 1stDibs has a wide variety of anchor chains on sale.
- What is a Cuban chain necklace?1 Answer
Roman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021It is a type of gold necklace made with cuban links. They are mostly made in gold but can be set with diamonds. It is a very popular style nowadays. - What is a curb chain necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A curb chain necklace is composed of round links that are slightly twisted, flattened, interlocked and looped together to form a chain. Curb chain necklaces are popular in very fine formations as well as much chunkier variations. They are ideal for creating statement necklaces. Shop various designs of curb chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- Are chain necklaces in fashion?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Chain necklaces are always in fashion. Jewelry trends are frequently changing but a dazzling chain necklace is a jewelry box essential. Fashionable chain necklaces include curb link chains, snake chains and ball chains. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link. Designers have tweaked a few styles repeatedly over the years, changing their scale and proportion. Find antique and vintage chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The most popular chain necklace at any given moment can vary based on trends. However, some styles have a long history of wear and remain in fashion despite changing trends. These include the oval link, the paper clip, the curb link, the rope and the herringbone. Find a wide variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a long chain necklace is called depends on its length. Opera chains are 26 to 36 inches long and typically hang below the chest. At 37 inches and longer, rope chains are the longest styles and can be worn loose, layered, wrapped or knotted. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of chain necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A flat chain necklace is called a curb chain. These are made of round or oval links that are twisted so they lay flat when worn. This style of chain is versatile and strong. Shop a variety of curb chain jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The strongest style of chain for a necklace is a thick link chain. Link chains are the strongest type of chain because these chains do not have a bending point, and therefore can twist and be folded a number of ways without damaging the chain. There are many different types of link chains, including wheat chains, figaro chains, cable link chains, mariner link chains and curb link chains. When searching for a durable chain, avoid hollow chains and opt for independently soldered links that will never pull apart. Shop different styles of necklace chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The necklaces with a chain hanging down from them are usually called lariats. Some people refer to them as Y-shaped necklaces. Lariat necklaces first became popular during the age of Art Deco. Pieces from the era usually feature platinum metal and are set with pearls, diamonds and other gemstones. On 1stDibs, find a selection of lariat necklaces.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023The most popular necklace chain length is arguably 18 inches. Called the princess length, the 18-inch chain works well on its own or with pendants. However, many people do prefer necklaces in other lengths. Shorter collar and choker necklaces can work well with strapless tops or for visually shortening a long neck, while longer necklaces can elongate the neck and are a great pick for layering. Shop a large selection of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
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