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Estate Cuban Chain Necklace 10k Yellow Gold 20"
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a really well kept estate 20" 10k stamped solid gold yellow cuban chain. Heavy 35.6 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Cuban Chain Necklace 10k Yellow Gold 20"
Estate Cuban Chain Necklace 10k Yellow Gold 20"
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Contemporary Estate Italian 27 Inch Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
This contemporary estate piece is the perfect addition to your everyday jewelry collection. Layer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Estate 32 Inch Alternating Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
This contemporary estate 14K gold chain is the perfect piece to introduce more gold into your
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Estate Double Chain Infinity Necklace Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Double Chain Infinity Necklace 16" Sterling Silver TIF236 This elegant
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1990s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic necklace made of 18 karat yellow gold and round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H color, VS1 clarity
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Estate "XO" Chain Necklace 14K Yellow & White Gold 42.80 Grams!
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Estate "XO" necklace designed in 14 karat yellow and white gold. The chain measures 11mm wide
Category

Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, White Gold

Estate Textured Pear Link Chain Necklace 18k Yellow 64 Grams!
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Estate open pear shape link chain necklace designed in solid 18 karat yellow. The links measure 14
Category

1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain 10k Yellow Gold Necklace Double Link Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
). The vintage necklace features an intricate double link chain design. The necklace is great worn alone
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Fine Gold Chain 18k Hammered Gold Link Necklace Toggle Clasp
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a fine 18k yellow gold estate necklace. The chain features hand crafted hammered gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate NANIS 18KT Italy Yellow Gold CHAIN LINK LIBERA ICON NECKLACE
By Nanis
Located in Miami, FL
Estate NANIS 18KT Yellow Gold CHAIN LINK LIBERA ICON NECKLACE. Nanis 18KT Necklace Italy Length
Category

2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pomellato Diamond Chain Necklace 18k White Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
By Pomellato
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and elegant Pomellato diamond chain necklace made of 18k white and yellow gold. The chain
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Flower Necklace Estate Silver 27" Long Chain
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed estate Tiffany & Co flower necklace, crafted in sterling silver. The
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Late 20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Flat Link Necklace 18k White Gold Chain Estate Signed Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Cartier Fidelity bar link necklace crafted in 18 karat white gold. The flat link
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Late 20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Tincup Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Certified
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Tincup Necklace 14k Gold 8.4 mm 19.5" Certified $1,850 721782 Nothing
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Necklace by the Yard Station 14k White Gold .20 Carat
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Necklace by the Yard Station 14K White Gold .20 carat This pretty estate necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Iolite Bead and Diamond Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Iolite Bead and Diamond Sterling Silver Long Chain Necklace. Featuring Iolite Beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Iolite, Sterling Silver

Hot Lips Necklace Diamond Mother of Pearl Estate 18 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed mother of pearl & diamond hot lips necklace crafted in 18 karat white
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Long Aquamarine Gemstone Platinum Link Chain Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
with Platinum Link Chain. Necklace measures approx. 38” Long. In excellent condition, recently
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Curb Link Necklace. This estate piece from the 1980's features a 22.40 mm width and 16" long chain
Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold

Snake Chain Yellow Gold Necklace 16" Long
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake chain yellow gold necklace, circa 1950s. This vintage snake chain yellow gold necklace is
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Vintage 1950s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Handmade Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique handmade yellow gold long chain circa 1900. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #N-DJ715G. Scroll down for
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yuri Ichihashi 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Braided Estate Necklace
By Yuri Ichihashi
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful Yuri Ichihashi 18 Karat Gold Estate Necklace sparkles with excellence. It measures
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Bvlgari 18K White Gold Triple Onyx Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
White Gold Triple Onyx Chain Necklace is offered in estate condition, inclusive of a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman Necklace Sterling 29.5" Designer Box Chain Style
By David Yurman
Located in Overland Park, KS
David Yurman Necklace Box Chain Style 29.5" Beautiful Listed is an estate gorgeous 29.5" David
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Estate 18K Yellow Gold Three Station Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely turquoise and diamond necklace made in 18k yellow gold. Featuring three cabochon
Category

20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Roberto Coin Venetian Princess 18k Rose Gold Lapis & Diamond Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Dallas, TX
pendant is set along a 34 inch paper clip chain. This necklace is a part of the Eiseman Estate Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 34" 18k White Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Tiffany & Co Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 34 inches 18k White Gold Clasp Certified
Category

2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Gold

Gold Seven Strand Slinky Chain Necklace By Napier, 1970s
By Napier
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 25" length - Seven strands of boxy link chain - Gold plated - Fold over clasp
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Antique 6.76 Carat Opal and Yellow Chain Necklace, Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 6.76 carat opal and 9 karat yellow gold chain necklace
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

30" Baroque Pearl Chain Necklace By Miriam Haskell, 1950s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in McKinney, TX
) - Circa 1950s - Estate Acquired - Beautiful vintage condition with light wear commensurate with age (see
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Gold Chain Mesh Pouch Necklace by Whiting & Davis, 1960s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in McKinney, TX
clasp - By Whiting & Davis - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Good vintage condition
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Long High Tech Banded Agate Sterling Silver Link Necklace Estate Find
By Anna K for Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Long and Bold sterling silver and banded agate chain necklace; comprising multi-shaped
Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Triangular Cabochon Tiger's Eye Station Necklace 14 Karat Gold Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-catching necklace features a polished 14 karat yellow gold 34" long rectangular link chain. Throughout the
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Estate Italian 14k Yellow Gold Graduated Fancy Fringe Collar Necklace w/ Dangles
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a Italian fancy fringe collar link chain necklace that is 18 inches in total length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Style Gold Chain Fringe Statement Necklace By Goldette, 1970s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 25" chain - 6" pendant and
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Chain Necklaces

David Webb Yellow Gold Link Black Enamel Diamond Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This estate David Webb 18k Yellow Gold chain exhibits the timeless allure of black enamel in
Category

20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Solid Rectangular Bar Link Chain Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat yellow gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lazaro Diaz Layered Double Chain 18k Gold, Amethyst, & Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat yellow gold with purple amethysts and Tahitian pearls. The layered double chain necklace has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Rectangular Bar Link Extended Chain Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat yellow gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Solid Rectangular Bar Link Chain Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat white gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Square Lapis Lazuli Station Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
-catching necklace features a polished 14 karat yellow gold 37" long rectangular link chain. Throughout the
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and 4.32 Ct Diamonds, Estate Sultan Oman Qaboos
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent Long Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds, Estate His Majesty The Sultan Of Oman
Category

20th Century European Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli

Fancy 18K Gold Long Alternating Polished & Brushed Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This long and fancy chain necklace is very well crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a
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1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Cyclope Paris Chain Toggle Necklace with Hammered Pendant, Signed
Located in McKinney, TX
Cyclope Paris - Signed on back of pendant - Excellent vintage condition PROVENANCE: From the estate of a
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Estate Tiffany & Co Necklace 16" Choker 14k Yellow Gold Fancy Link Weave Braided
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Tiffany & Co choker necklace, crafted in 14k yellow. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gilded Multi Chain Necklace With Leaf Clasp By Crown Trifari, 1950s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
plated - Twenty-one strand chain - Decorative leaf motif box clasp closure - By Crown Trifari (signed
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Chanel Faux Pearl Bead Necklace c2014 Cruise Long 41" Estate Yellow Gold Tone
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Chanel faux pearl & bead necklace crafted in yellow gold-tone (circa 2014). Measuring a
Category

2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Chunky Graduated Curb Link Chain Necklace in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This resplendent curb link chain necklace, crafted in sumptuous 18 karat yellow gold, is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Solid Rectangular Bar Link Chain Collar Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat white gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Tiana Marie Combes Yellow Gold Solid Rectangular Bar Link Chain Collar Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat yellow gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Solid Rectangular Bar Link Extended Chain Necklace
By Tiana Marie Combes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from recycled 14 karat white gold. The Estate Chain consists of solid rectangular links and wears
Category

2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Cable Chain Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k Italy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Cable Chain Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k Italy Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

24" Satin Gold Link Chain Layering Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
By Anne Klein
Located in McKinney, TX
plated - Clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate Acquired
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage 24" Gilt & Black Cord Twisted Chain Necklace by Trifari, 1970s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
(signed near clasp) - Circa 1970s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Tiffany & Co. Double Chain Infinity Pendant Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Tiffany & Co. double chain infinity pendant necklace in 18 karat yellow gold is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Return to Tiffany Sterling Silver Heart Tag Pendant & Dog Tag Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver heart tag necklace. By Tiffany & Co. In sterling silver. With a heart shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Black Enamel, Crystal & Flat Chain Necklace By Swarovski, 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Fold over clasp closure - By Swarovski (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

14K Necklace Vintage Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain 20.5" Heavy 33.1 Grams!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...HEAVY 14K SOLID GOLD VINTAGE CUBAN LINK NECKLACE! This
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

94" Heavy Gilt Braided Chain Necklace with Crystals & Pearls by Chanel, 1980s
By Chanel
Located in McKinney, TX
(signed on hangtag) - Made in France - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Chain Necklaces

FOPE Panorama Diamond Station Chain Necklace 16" Yellow Gold 18k Rnd.30ctw Italy
By Fope
Located in Greensboro, NC
: VS1 - VS2 Total Carats: .30ctw Necklace Style: Station Chain Fastening Type: Locking Snap Clasp with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Estate Chain Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of estate chain necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 80 vintage examples as well as 32 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. The designs in our inventory of estate chain necklaces bearing Modern or Contemporary hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 40 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, oval cut and heart cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of estate chain necklaces, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Estate Chain Necklaces?

Prices for estate chain necklaces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $50,000, while estate chain necklaces, on average, fetch $2,495.

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 Estate Chain Necklaces
  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.