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Escada Chain Necklace
By Escada
Located in London, GB
Escada Necklace Cool statement necklace from Escada. Long chunky belcher chain with the double E
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Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

Escada Chain Necklace
Escada Chain Necklace
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W 0.8 in L 17 in
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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet. Step into the allure of the past with this Vintage Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century European Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dove Silver Chain Necklace Gold White Diamond Ruby Chain Silver Gold Heart
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Dove Necklace Chain Silver Gold Heart Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Billet of myself
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2010s American Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Chain Necklace Gold Heart Silver Chain Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Heart Dove Necklace Silver Chain Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin The dove and heart are
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2010s American Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Chain Necklace Gold Heart Silver Chain Ruby Animal jewelry J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Animal jewelry Gold Heart Dove Necklace Silver Chain Ruby Victorian Style J Dauphin The dove and
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2010s American Romantic Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Men's Platinum and Sterling Silver Chain
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Men's 8 inch Platinum and Sterling Silver Chain, Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla designed this
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Platinum

Men's Platinum and Sterling Silver Chain
Men's Platinum and Sterling Silver Chain
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W 0.38 in D 0.13 in L 8 in
White & Yellow 18K Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
White & Yellow 18K Gold Chain Bracelet. Adorn your wrist with timeless elegance and sophistication
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Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Gold with Lemon Quartz
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
Fine Gold Chain Necklace in White Gold, 18K and yellow gold extension with iconic brand
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

14 Karat Diamond Kyanite Long Chain
By Vishal Jewels
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
You Should Wear Jewellery Only On Days Ending With 'Y'!! Diamond Weight: 4.32 carats Gold Weight: 26.528 gms Color Stone: 46.84 carats
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Georgian Cantanile Chain Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Triple Chain Bracelet 15ct Gold Circa 1850 Beautiful Georgian Gold Bracelet. Triple
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Chain Bracelets

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Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham (no date letter) Makers
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace, a timeless piece that combines classic
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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

24" 14K Yellow Gold rope Chain 16.32g
Located in South Bend, IN
Inventory number: SB1078783 The 24" 14K Yellow Gold Rope Chain, available on 1stDibs, epitomizes
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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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 link chain necklace. Chain
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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
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

Materials

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
Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry crafted with
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20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
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W 0.2 in L 20.48 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver chain bracelet made of woven
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

19 karat Yellow Gold Portuguese Chain Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The 19kt Yellow Gold Portuguese Chain Necklace is a stunning and distinctive piece of jewelry that
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chain Necklaces

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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

Materials

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
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.64 in. W x 0.31 in. D 20 cm. L x 1.62 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.64 in D 0.31 in L 7.87 in
Fine Chain Bracelet Yellow & White Gold 18K
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
18K Yellow and White Gold Fine Chain Bracelet ·18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet ·Hyperrealistic Fly
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal, Steel

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
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions 7,86 in. L. x 0.54 in. W x 0.15 in. D 180 mm L. x 13 mm
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2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.54 in D 0.15 in L 70.86 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.06 in. L. x 0.65 in. W x 0.63 in. D. - 18 cm. L. x
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.65 in D 0.63 in L 7.06 in
18kt Gold and Diamond Link Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Presenting a stunning 18kt Gold and Diamond Link Chain Necklace from the 1990s. Hallmarked with
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1990s European Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold 8.27 in. long chain bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.42 in L 8.27 in
Necklace Mesh Chain Braided Decorated Silver 925
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover this superb 925/1000 silver chain that combines quality, style and refinement. With its
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2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Fine Chain Necklace Gold with Lemon Quartz
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
Fine Chain Necklace Gold with Lemon Quartz in White Gold, 18K head Maximum length - 45 cm, minimum
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

9 Karat Gold Duo Venetian Chain Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The Duo Venetian Bracelet is a two in one design featuring both an oval belcher chain and a
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Monet 1980s Necklace, Gold Plated Chain
By Monet
Located in London, GB
is effortlessly cool. The necklace features a simple flat chain design, adding a sleek and
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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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

Materials

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
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, burnished sterling silver chain bracelet made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

The Queenie Handmade 18k Fairtrade Ethical Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
The Queenie ethical 18k handmade gold chain. The chain is made with round links. Are you ready for
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2010s European Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

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

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.66 in L 17.7 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Long Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, rhodium plate sterling silver long chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Long Chain Necklace
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Long Chain Necklace
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W 0.25 in D 0.21 in L 35.43 in
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, burnished sterling silver chain bracelet made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.38 in. W x 0.23 in. D 20 cm. L x 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Mauritanian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.38 in D 0.23 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Wicker Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
chain necklace. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver curb link chain bracelet. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.60 in. W x 0.30 in. D - 20 cm. L x 1.54 cm. W
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.6 in D 0.3 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Wicker Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
chain bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Russian Imperial-era Gold Chain, Moscow, circa 1910
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A spectacular Russian 14k yellow gold long chain from the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Exceptional Bracelet 14k Gold Link Chain Red Coral
Located in Berlin, BE
chain of the bracelet is also made of 14K yellow gold and is intricately crafted with the utmost
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20th Century German Chain Bracelets

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Stephen Webster Superstud 18 Carat Yellow Gold Chain
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
The New Cross motif is the latest edition of Stephen Webster's symbolic Cross selection and is seen on the body of the Flipside Sovereign Ring with a stand out 3D finish elevating th...
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2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Italian 14K Yellow Gold Flexible Neck Chain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
the next by means of eight connecting wires which allow for the chain to flex and conform to any neck
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Round Italian 14K Yellow Gold Flexible Neck Chain
Round Italian 14K Yellow Gold Flexible Neck Chain
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W 0.133 in Dm 0.133 in L 18 in
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

18K Gold Chain Bracelet Handcrafted Futuristic Gems Customizable Length
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the stunning Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet, a true masterpiece that
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9k Rose Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian fancy guard chain with double links, bars and facetted ball spacers. This chain is
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian fancy double link gold guard chain and bolt ring catch. Metal: 15k yellow gold Weight
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Antique 1880s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fancy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped 375 Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian fancy link chain
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

4.91 Carat Diamond Chain Link Bracelet 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 4.91 Carat Diamond Chain Link Bracelet in 18K White Gold. This bracelet
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2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Gold-Plate Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold-plate sterling silver chain bracelet made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Rhodium Plated Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver, rhodium plated chain bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Rhodium, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Gold-Plate Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold-plate sterling silver chain bracelet made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

18" 14K Yellow Gold 6mm Wide Figaro Chain 20.97G
Located in South Bend, IN
Inventory Number: EL1059250 Discover Opulence: 18" 14K Yellow Gold Figaro Chain - A Rare Jewel on
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Black Rhodium 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 Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Rhodium

1.7mm Snake Chain 18k Yellow Gold With Hook Closure
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in sophistication with our 19" 1.7mm thick 18k yellow gold snake chain featuring a secure
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Sterling Silver, Victorian Curb Link, Albert Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain Sterling Silver Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1899 Makers Mark H B & S
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

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Chain Only For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact chain only you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 705 vintage or 1281 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a chain only may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A chain only from Alex Jona, Bar Jewellery and J DAUPHIN — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A chain only of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 809, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also baguette cut and cabochon versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a chain only, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

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The price for a chain only starts at $1 and tops out at $330,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,409.
Questions About Chain Only
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A tennis chain is called a tennis chain due to the history of tennis bracelets. The name comes from an incident involving tennis player Chris Evert. In 1978, at the US Open, she lost a diamond-set link bracelet during a match and asked the officials to pause the action while she looked for it. People have referred to bracelets and chains of a similar style by the term "tennis" ever since. On 1stDibs, explore a range of tennis chains.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A foxtail chain is a specific pattern of chain link where two rows of flat oval links face into each other at a 45 degree angle.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A cable chain is a style of chain with symmetrical uniform links attached to each other. They are used to hang pendants and are often round in style. Find a variety of cable chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    Cuban chain refers to a type of jewelry design, which interlocks either round or oval gold rings together making a sleek unison pattern. This pattern interlocks all of the round or oval rings together which will lay flat on your chest or wrist. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Cuban chain jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Chain bracelets are constructed by joining links together to form a band with a clasp fastening. Preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of the Prehistoric era likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. This style of bracelet is typically made of gold or silver. Find a collection of antique and vintage style chain bracelets on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A body chain is an accessory made of metal that is meant to be worn around the body. Typically, body chains are worn across one's chest, back or around one's hips.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Also known as belcher chains, rolo chains are round, inter-connected links. The outer edges of the chains are typically rounded and the inside is usually flat.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A mariner chain is sometimes referred to as an anchor chain and is considered the strongest type of chain. Each oval link is the same size and has a middle bar that provides additional strength to the link. They are arranged in a typical horizontal fashion. Find vintage and contemporary mariner chains from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The double chain stitch is a version of the chain stitch in which two stitches are worked side by side and interlocked. The double chain is made by bringing the needle out at point A and then inserting it at point B. At point C, the needle is released, leaving an open chain stitch.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tennis chain refers to the types of necklaces often worn by tennis players. The term itself dates back to the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary tennis chains and bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A wheat chain is a piece of jewelry created with four strands of twisted oval links. It is also called the Spiga chain. The links in a wheat chain are woven together which creates a gorgeous and eye-catching chain. Shop a range of antique wheat chains on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Herringbone chains are intricately woven metal links that are pieced together tightly at an angle. Making a herringbone chain is all about pulling individual links together in a smooth line and with a tight bond. Shop a collection of herringbone jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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 6, 2023
    Diamond cuts on chains are small grooves or notches on the surface of the metal. The addition of this detailing gives metal chains a luminous, almost sparkling effect. The term is not to be confused with diamond cut, which refers to the design guide that a jeweler uses for shaping gemstones. A diamond's cut relates to how well the stone's facets interact with light. Explore a variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.