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18K Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Drop and Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
look with this elegant multi gemstone chain and drop necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

31.65 Ct Semi Gemstone Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Semi Gemstone Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut semi gemstone. Accessorize
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Inspired Multi Gemstone Acrostic Yellow Gold "Dream" Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This very pretty necklace hides a secret acrostic message, meaning the first letter of each
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Chain Necklaces

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Rainbow Moonstone, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone, 1...

Rachel Koen Gemstones Chain Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Delicate and oh so trendy, gemstone chain necklace. Crafted in 14K white gold, this necklace
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2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, White Gold, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold 59.1 Ct Semi Precious Multi Gemstone Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Gemstone Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mix cut multi gemstone. Accessorize your
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Long Aquamarine Gemstone Platinum Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Necklace. Featuring 16 Stations of Hand set Aquamarine Gemstones, weighing approx. 8.00tcw. Inter-spaced
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Platinum

Exquisite 14K Sapphire Chain Necklace - Elegant Gemstone Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing allure of the ocean with our Sapphire Seascape Necklace from
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2010s Indian Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K 23.31ctw Sapphire Chain Necklace - Elegant Gemstone Statement Jewelry
Located in Holtsville, NY
Dive into the enchanting world of "Beneath the Waves" with our exquisite Sapphire Necklace, a true
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2010s Indian Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold, Sphere Chain Necklace with Multicoloured Gemstones
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Baby Morning Star’, chain necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. This
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rubelite, Ruby, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, Garnet, Quartz, Yellow...

Six Awesome Natural Tourmaline Gemstone Gilt Sterling Silver Chain Necklaces
Located in Montreal, QC
Six Beautiful necklaces designed with multi Tourmaline and vermeil Sterling Silver chain. Hand
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1990s Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Paperclip Chain Necklace with Large Citrine Gemstone with Diamonds 18 Karat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Paperclip style chain with diamond links and center large Yellow Citrine Gemstone 18k Yellow
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2010s Hong Kong Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Rachel Koen Gemstone by The Yard Chain Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Delicate and oh so trendy, gemstone by the yard chain necklace. Crafted in 14K yellow gold, this
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2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Large Multicolor Natural Gemstone by the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent gemstone by the yard statement necklace that is crafted in solid 14k
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1990s Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Gemstone Chain Necklace Diamond 10 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
This stunning chain necklace features an emerald gemstone adorned with diamonds, set in 10 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

Real Round Zambian Emerald Gemstone Tennis Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Spectrum Jewels India✧✧ ""Sparkling Emerald Necklace, Gemstone Necklace, Green Chain Necklace, 14k Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Real Round Zambian Emerald Gemstone Tennis Chain Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Spectrum Jewels India✧✧ ""Sparkling Emerald Necklace, Gemstone Necklace, Green Chain Necklace, 18k Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.13ct Diamond Chain in 14k Solid Gold Real Gemstone Necklace Triangle Accents
Located in Columbus, OH
A lovely necklace with triangle shaped diamond studded accents! A dainty chain to elevate any
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2010s American Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Gemstone Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
MEASUREMENTS: 18"- 1 7/8" x 1 1/2" HALLMARKS: 750 A beautiful vintage gemstone necklace made in 18k gold.
This
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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Gemstone Necklace 18k Gold
Vintage Gemstone Necklace 18k Gold
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W 0.25 in L 18 in
French Figural Silver Long Chain with Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Silver gilt long chain made in France from the turn of the 20th Century. Little
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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Labradorite, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

925 Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Natural Emerald and Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Emerald and Diamond Chain Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest materials
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Diamond Chain Necklace 0.35cts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
and enchantment in our exquisite Bezel Set Chain Necklace. This remarkable piece features a
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2010s Belgian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Chain Necklace 0.35 cts 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
elegance and enchantment in an 18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Chain Necklace. This extraordinary piece
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2010s Belgian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond Chain Necklace 0.35 cts 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
elegance and enchantment in an 18 Karat White Gold Bezel Set Chain Necklace. This extraordinary piece
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2010s Belgian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Spinel Tennis Necklace, Gemstone Tennis Necklace, Dainty Gold Necklace 18k
Located in New York, NY
the necklace! Fun fact: Black Spinel is a very rare gemstone, It is also considered to protect one
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Spinel, Black Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold

Whisper Chain Necklace in Emerald
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
This graceful and refined necklace honors tiny Emerald stones by encircling them with gold. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Multi Gemstone Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vivid Dream Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 196.39 carats of carved multi gemstone, 5.24
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 1...

Sapphire Aquamarine Spinel Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Colored GemStones yellow gold 18k chain Necklace. Colored Sapphire, Aquamarine and Spinel. Former
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1990s Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Pear Cut 26 ct Semi Precious Multi Gemstones Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Gemstone Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut semi precious multi gemstone. Accessorize
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
look with this elegant blue topaz chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Chain Necklace
18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Chain Necklace
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W 0.23 in L 18 in
14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace with Multi Colored Stone Baguettes
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
A colorful addition to any necklace collection. Our Confetti gold chain features gorgeous colored
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold...

Multi Shape Colorful Multi Gemstone Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Long, luxurious multi-gemstone station necklace bursting with color. This amazing piece absolutely
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 1...

Multi Gemstone Choker Necklace, Ring, Bracelet, and Earring Matching Set set in
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Multi Gemstone Choker Necklace, Ring, Bracelet, and Earring Matching Set set in 18K Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Yellow Gold Mixed Gemstone and Pearl Lariat Necklace CB2586B MIX114
By Marco Bicego
Located in Wilmington, DE
gemstones. A joyous mix of delicate golden chains, tiny hand-engraved golden beads, and colorful gems join
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Antique Inspired Multi Gem Acrostic Yellow Gold "Darling" Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This lovely necklace hides a secret acrostic message, meaning the first letter of each gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Chain Necklaces

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Indicolite, Ruby, Labradorite, Jade, Garnet, Diamond, Aquamarine, Multi-...

Pink Topaz Necklace Natural and Genuine, Pink Gemstone Cushion Cut in White Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Pink Lover Special! Do you love pink and 14 karat white gold together. This one of a kind necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Chain 10 Karat White Gold Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
This Natural Emerald Gemstone Chain is a versatile piece that can be worn on its own as a statement
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

5.57 Carat Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphires Chain Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Rose Gold studded with mix cut sapphire pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Medal Necklace Chain Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain J dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Medal Necklace Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain Bronze Gold Filled 24" J Dauphin Made in
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Medal Necklace Chain Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain J dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Medal Necklace Virgin Mary Black Pearl Long Chain Bronze Gold Filled 24" J Dauphin This
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Goshwara Rubelite Briolette with Textured Chain Necklace
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
This Rubelite Briolette with Large Textured Flat Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold is a stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Rubelite, 18k Gold

KNIFE EDGE Gemstone Necklace: Y Neck Drop with Tanzanite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
our KNIFE EDGE Y-Neck Gemstone Necklace-This version shows off a beautiful Emerald cut Tanzanite
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Tourmaline Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold multi color gemstones
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage - made in Italy Elegant tourmaline Gemstone necklace linked with classic type of Chain 14k
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Early 2000s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiger's Eye set 'Aragon' long chain necklace
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully simple yet stylish gems long chain. The heavy oval belcher link chain divided by 7
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2010s British Chain Necklaces

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Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Brass

Rough Aquamarine 22 Karat Gold Chain Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
yellow gold Rolo chain. This chain link necklace is finished with a hand-forged, 22k yellow gold "S" hook
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold link chain necklace. Chain
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.53 in L 19.6 in
18K Yellow Gold Chain Faceted Peridot, Blue Topaz, and Citrine Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold. Geometric shapes add interest to the pattern of this necklace. The design features
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium-plated sterling silver chain necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Chain Necklace
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Dm 0.18 in L 17.32 in
Delicate 47.55 Ct Blue Topaz Chain Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Topaz Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut topaz gemstones. Accessorize your look with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" - 45cm long link chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.29 in L 17.71 in
Leyser 18K White Gold Multi-Colour Gemstones & Diamonds Necklace
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
18k white gold (62.26g) necklace has 30x fine facetted gemstones (round, 8mm, Tourmalines: 19.11ct
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Morganite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain necklace. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 17.71 in. L. x 0.60 in. W x 0.63 in. D 45 cm. L. x 1.5 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.63 in D 0.6 in L 17.71 in
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Celtic Crescent Gemstone Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Convertible Horseshoe Necklace. Those enduringly classic, horseshoe-shaped links are
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Spinel Necklace with Hand Engraved Yellow Gold Halo and Adjustable Chain
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
casual enough for every day wear, the intricate craftsmanship and gorgeous gemstone in this necklace also
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Sapphire Necklace - Elegant Gemstone Accent, Timeless Design
Located in Holtsville, NY
Indulge in luxury with this exquisite 14K yellow gold necklace adorned with a stunning array of
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Black Onyx and Diamond Chain Necklaces in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Unique Black Onyx and Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K gold studded with round cut onyx and diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Chain Diamond 10 Karat White Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
further than this exquisite Gold Diamond & Emerald Tennis Necklace from our collection. Designed to fit
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, White Gold

Maviada Diamond Oval Link Chain Necklace, 18k Gold
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
As seen in Departures, Wallpaper* magazines - Chain link necklaces are so in style now and
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Maviada Diamond Oval Link Chain Necklace, 18k Gold
Maviada Diamond Oval Link Chain Necklace, 18k Gold
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H 0.6 in W 0.6 in D 0.14 in Dm 0.6 in L 1.78 in
14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Yellow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
with this elegant yellow sapphire chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Pearl Chain in Yellow Gold, Wedding Necklace, Tin Cup Pearl Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
This pearl choker necklace has 13 pearl stations on a 16 inch cable chain in yellow gold. The
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

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Chain And Gemstone Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of chain and gemstone necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3 vintage editions and 21 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of chain and gemstone necklaces to choose from, but Contemporary and Byzantine chain and gemstone necklaces are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Five Star Jewelry, Georgios Collections Inc and Sheila Westera London produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 9 Multi-gemstone versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, cabochon and uncut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of chain and gemstone necklaces, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Chain And Gemstone Necklaces?

On average, chain and gemstone necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $1,585, while they’re typically $156 on the low end and $7,750 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Chain And Gemstone Necklaces
  • It 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.
  • 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 ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Chain 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, 2023
    The 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 1, 2023
    What 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, 2021
    An 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The 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, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    What 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, 2022
    A 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, 2021
    The 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.