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Cabochon Curb Chain

Cabochon Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Diamond Convertible Curb Chain Necklace
Cabochon Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Diamond Convertible Curb Chain Necklace

Cabochon Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Diamond Convertible Curb Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Cabochon Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Diamond Convertible Curb Chain Necklace Description: This

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20th Century Retro Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Antique English 10ct Yellow Gold Turquoise Graduated Curb link Chain Bracelet
Antique English 10ct Yellow Gold Turquoise Graduated Curb link Chain Bracelet

Antique English 10ct Yellow Gold Turquoise Graduated Curb link Chain Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

Chain Type: Curb Cuban Link Chain Length: 6 Inches (Fitted on a wrist) Chain Width: Graduated from 4.4mm

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Antique 19th Century British Chain Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Anthony's Temptation - 9ct Gold and Garnet Snake Curb Necklace or Wrap Bracelet
Anthony's Temptation - 9ct Gold and Garnet Snake Curb Necklace or Wrap Bracelet

Anthony's Temptation - 9ct Gold and Garnet Snake Curb Necklace or Wrap Bracelet

Located in Midhurst, GB

1960s 9ct gold curb chain with a Victorian 9ct gold, garnet and sapphire snake motif clasp. Story

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Azurmalachite And Diamond Chain Link Necklace
David Webb 18K Gold Azurmalachite And Diamond Chain Link Necklace

David Webb 18K Gold Azurmalachite And Diamond Chain Link Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

further surrounded by approximately 4 cts in round diamonds and one cabochon ruby on a curb link chain

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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18k Gold GIA 32ct Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Curb Link Chain Necklace
Vintage 18k Gold GIA 32ct Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Curb Link Chain Necklace

Vintage 18k Gold GIA 32ct Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Curb Link Chain Necklace

Located in Montclair, NJ

(approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 151.63 Grams Chain Type: 4.9mm Curb Link Chain Length

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Gold, Rhinestone and Pearl Curb Link Triple Stand Necklace
1980s Gold, Rhinestone and Pearl Curb Link Triple Stand Necklace

1980s Gold, Rhinestone and Pearl Curb Link Triple Stand Necklace

Located in New York, NY

cabochon surrounded by matching curb link chain and set with rhinestones. One medallion has the push pin

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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace with Bezel-Set Oval Cabochon Sapphires
18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace with Bezel-Set Oval Cabochon Sapphires

18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace with Bezel-Set Oval Cabochon Sapphires

Located in Bangkok, TH

18K Yellow Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace with Bezel-Set Oval Cabochon Sapphires Gold: 18K

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold, circa 1900
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold, circa 1900

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet in 9ct Gold, circa 1900

Located in Kendal, GB

A beautiful antique Victorian bracelet from the late 19th Century featuring twin curb chains

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Gold Curb Chain Necklace with Invisible Clasp
Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Gold Curb Chain Necklace with Invisible Clasp

Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald 18K Gold Curb Chain Necklace with Invisible Clasp

Located in Bangkok, TH

18K Yellow Gold Smooth Curb Chain Necklace Embellished with Bezel-Set Cabochon Precious Stones

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1990s Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Flat Curb Chain  Bracelet With Cabochon Burmese Rubies
Flat Curb Chain  Bracelet With Cabochon Burmese Rubies

Flat Curb Chain Bracelet With Cabochon Burmese Rubies

Located in New York, NY

Chic Flat Curb Chain Bracelet - bezel set with Cabochon Burmese Rubies.

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Vintage 1960s American Chain Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Flat Curb Link Bracelet With Cabochon Emeralds
Flat Curb Link Bracelet With Cabochon Emeralds

Flat Curb Link Bracelet With Cabochon Emeralds

Located in New York, NY

18Kt Yellow Gold flat curb chain bezel set with 4 Cabochon Emeralds.

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Vintage 1960s European Chain Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Elizabeth Locke Ruby 19 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace
Elizabeth Locke Ruby 19 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace

Elizabeth Locke Ruby 19 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Collar necklace comprised of large curbed links with a hammered finish throughout Completed by a

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1990s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 1980's Amethyst Tourmaline Cabochon 18 Karat Curb Link Bracelet
Bulgari 1980's Amethyst Tourmaline Cabochon 18 Karat Curb Link Bracelet

Bulgari 1980's Amethyst Tourmaline Cabochon 18 Karat Curb Link Bracelet

By Bulgari

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a curb link chain alternating with bezel set gemstone stations Set with oval-shaped

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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Curb Link Chain Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Curb Link Chain Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Curb Link Chain Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

meticulous artistry, the necklace features a curb chain design that effortlessly combines sophistication and

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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet
Antique Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet

Antique Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Turquoise Pearl Curb Bracelet

Located in London, GB

Our exquisite antique Edwardian bracelet is crafted from 9ct gold. The bracelet has curb shaped

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20th Century English Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

2015 Chanel Sautoir Logo Necklace
2015 Chanel Sautoir Logo Necklace

2015 Chanel Sautoir Logo Necklace

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W 0.6 in L 38.98 in

2015 Chanel Sautoir Logo Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

2015 Chanel logo long necklace featuring signature interlocking CC logo, cabochon gemstone, curb

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Elizabeth Locke Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Necklace
Elizabeth Locke Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Necklace

Elizabeth Locke Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Substantial Curb Link Chain Necklace

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Collar necklace is comprised of large curbed links with a hammered finish Completed by a bar

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1990s Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Coral Dangle Pendant on 18" Curb Link Chain
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Coral Dangle Pendant on 18" Curb Link Chain

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Coral Dangle Pendant on 18" Curb Link Chain

Located in Montclair, NJ

: 0.4mm Curb Link Chain Length: 18 Inches Clasp: Lobster Claw Pendant Width: 12.7mm (0.50") (approx

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elizabeth Locke 19 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace
Elizabeth Locke 19 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace

Elizabeth Locke 19 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Curb Link Chain Collar Necklace

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Collar necklace comprised of large curbed links with a hammered finish throughout Completed by a

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1990s Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cabochon Jewelled Chunky Curb Chain Necklace 1980s
Vintage Cabochon Jewelled Chunky Curb Chain Necklace 1980s

Vintage Cabochon Jewelled Chunky Curb Chain Necklace 1980s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A Vintage Jewelled Chunky Chain. Crafted in gold plated metal with red, green and blue glass

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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

18 Karat Yellow Gold Heavy Curb Chain/Necklace with Bullet Design Amethyst Clasp
18 Karat Yellow Gold Heavy Curb Chain/Necklace with Bullet Design Amethyst Clasp

18 Karat Yellow Gold Heavy Curb Chain/Necklace with Bullet Design Amethyst Clasp

Located in London, GB

Powerful 18ct yellow gold chain necklace with an alternating rope twist braid pattern of links of

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1990s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Delightful Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb-Link, Gem-Set Bracelet
Delightful Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb-Link, Gem-Set Bracelet

Delightful Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb-Link, Gem-Set Bracelet

Located in Wheaton, IL

This charming and delightful Victorian 18 karat yellow gold curb-link gem-set bracelet is a

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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chain Bracelets

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Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace Emerald Cabochons Diamonds by Bucherer
18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace Emerald Cabochons Diamonds by Bucherer

18 Karat Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace Emerald Cabochons Diamonds by Bucherer

By Bucherer

Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

18K yellow Gold Twisted Curb Chain Necklace with 3 Bezel-Set Oval Emerald Cabochons in a Diamond

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18 Ct Gold & Turquoise Hollow Curb Bracelet Dated Circa 1900
Antique 18 Ct Gold & Turquoise Hollow Curb Bracelet Dated Circa 1900

Antique 18 Ct Gold & Turquoise Hollow Curb Bracelet Dated Circa 1900

Located in London, GB

Antique 18 Ct Gold & Turquoise Hollow Curb Bracelet Dated Circa 1900 Unusual to find this bracelet

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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Chain Bracelets

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

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Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold

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By Tiffany & Co.

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

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By Bulgari

Located in New York, NY

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in NEWARK, GB

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Located in New York, NY

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Located in Cairo, EG

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Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse

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By David Webb

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Cabochon Curb Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cabochon curb chain for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 18 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a cabochon curb 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 21st Century. Finding an appealing cabochon curb chain — no matter the origin — is easy, but Elizabeth Locke and Bulgari each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A cabochon curb chain can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Ruby rings, from our inventory of 4, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut alternatives. When shopping for a cabochon curb chain, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Cabochon Curb Chain?

Prices for a cabochon curb chain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $258 and can go as high as $40,200, while this accessory, on average, fetches $17,675.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cabochon Curb Chain
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A curb link chain has links that have been flattened and twisted. They interlock tightly together to form a chain. Curb link chains are popular in very fine formations as well as much chunkier variations. They are ideal for creating statement necklaces. Do check out the wide variety of curb link chains in different jewelry styles and metals on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, a curb chain is not the same as a Miami Cuban chain. A curb chain is thinner and flatter than a Miami Cuban chain, which is rounder, bolder and thicker. Miami Cuban chain links are also more closely linked to one another. You’ll find a selection of both curb and Miami Cuban chains on 1stDibs.