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French Cube Necklace

Chanel cube necklace Spring 2004
Chanel cube necklace Spring 2004

Chanel cube necklace Spring 2004

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Silvery metal three-row necklace with colored resin cubes. 2004 Spring-Summer Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld.

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Early 2000s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Aria Jewelry Design 21-Inch Rose de France Amethyst Cube Necklace
Aria Jewelry Design 21-Inch Rose de France Amethyst Cube Necklace

Aria Jewelry Design 21-Inch Rose de France Amethyst Cube Necklace

By Aria Jewelry Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

Key Features: Unique Amethyst Cubes: The necklace features beautifully polished 10mm cubes of Rose de France amethyst, known for its delicate lilac hue.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage PACO RABANNE Gold Black Cube Letter Necklace
Vintage PACO RABANNE Gold Black Cube Letter Necklace

Vintage PACO RABANNE Gold Black Cube Letter Necklace

By Paco Rabanne

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage PACO RABANNE Gold Black Cube Letter Necklace Measurements: Height: 0.59 inch (1.5 cm) Wearable Length: 14.96 inches (38 cm) Adjustable Features: - 100% Authentic PACO RABAN...

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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Gavilane Paris Vintage Ice Cube Glass Link Necklace
Gavilane Paris Vintage Ice Cube Glass Link Necklace

Gavilane Paris Vintage Ice Cube Glass Link Necklace

By Gavilane

Located in Nice, FR

GAVILANE Paris vintage gold toned link necklace embellished with red glass cabochons. ICE CUBE collection.

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20th Century French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

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Dinh Van French 18k yellow gold "5 Cubes" necklace
Dinh Van French 18k yellow gold "5 Cubes" necklace

Dinh Van French 18k yellow gold "5 Cubes" necklace

By Dinh Van for Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage Dinh Van "5 Cubes" necklace is a bold statement piece, beautifully crafted in 18k yellow gold with iconic French hallmarks.

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1990s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain Necklace
French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain Necklace

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros hallmarks. Massive, this chain is made of a geometric mesh and closes with a spring ring. Length : 61 cm approximately, width...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Claude Chavent Silver Gold Cube Necklace
Claude Chavent Silver Gold Cube Necklace

Claude Chavent Silver Gold Cube Necklace

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W 1.25 in D 0.13 in L 21 in

Claude Chavent Silver Gold Cube Necklace

Located in Dallas, TX

Cubes Necklace in sterling silver with an 18k yellow gold cube and hidden clasp.

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2010s French Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain
French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

French, 1960s, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. Type mesh : cube mesh. Dimensions : Length : 58,5 cm approximately. Width : 1.6 mm approximately. Clasp : spr...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

new GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project Symbols red green cubes short necklace
new GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project Symbols red green cubes short necklace

new GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project Symbols red green cubes short necklace

By Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

new GUCCI BALENCIAGA 2021 Hacker Project Symbols red green cubes short necklace Reference: TGAS/D00599 Brand: Gucci Designer: Alessandro Michele Model: 677088i12r2 Symbols Collection...

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21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces

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Gold

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thin Cube Mesh Chain
French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thin Cube Mesh Chain

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thin Cube Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Type of mesh : cube mesh. Dimensions: Length: 39,5 cm approximately. Width: 0,7 mm approximately. Clasp: ring with spring. Weight ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Modern Gold Cube Pendant by Pascal Morabito 0.10 Carat Natural Diamond
French Modern Gold Cube Pendant by Pascal Morabito 0.10 Carat Natural Diamond

French Modern Gold Cube Pendant by Pascal Morabito 0.10 Carat Natural Diamond

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Pascal Morabito Cube and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. The chain is just over 15 1/2 inch and weighs 3.78 grams. The pendant is filled with resin and measures 9.3mm.

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Early 2000s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Morabito 1970 Modernist Gold Maxi Cube Diamonds Pendant
Morabito 1970 Modernist Gold Maxi Cube Diamonds Pendant

Morabito 1970 Modernist Gold Maxi Cube Diamonds Pendant

By Morabito

Located in London, GB

A unique piece made by the French jeweller Pascal MORABITO. In 1972 he created a cube made in synthetic crystal with golden edge with a trapped diamond inside. The cube was name the...

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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold. Type mesh : cube mesh. Dimensions : Length : 65,5 cm approximately. Width : 1,6 mm approximately. Clasp : ring with spring. Weight : 14,1 g approximate...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Long Chain
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Long Chain

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Long Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold. Type mesh : cube mesh. Dimensions : Length : 71 cm approximately. Width : 1 mm approximately. Clasp : ring with spring. Weight : 8,4 g approximately. ...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain
1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

1960s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, weevil hallmark. Charming in gold cube mesh chain, it is decorated with 9 round white orient cultured pearls. The clasp is a spring ring. Diameter of p...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gavilane “Ice Cubes” Chunky Gem Giant Necklace
Gavilane “Ice Cubes” Chunky Gem Giant Necklace

Gavilane “Ice Cubes” Chunky Gem Giant Necklace

Located in Geneva, CH

From their “couture” range, the Gavilane “Ice Cubes” collection features gilt metal and crystal stones.

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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Cube Mesh Chain
French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Cube Mesh Chain

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Gold Cube Mesh Chain

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Type of mesh : cube mesh. Dimensions : Length : 56.2 cm approximately. Width : 2 mm approximately. Clasp : spring ring. Total weight...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pascal Morabito Floating Diamond Cube Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold French
Pascal Morabito Floating Diamond Cube Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold French

Pascal Morabito Floating Diamond Cube Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold French

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage French Pascal Morabito floating diamond cube pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold (circ 1970s). One estimated 0.10 carat round brilliant cut diamond is set int...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

1990s Claude Chavent French Illusionistic Cube Silver Pendant Necklace
1990s Claude Chavent French Illusionistic Cube Silver Pendant Necklace

1990s Claude Chavent French Illusionistic Cube Silver Pendant Necklace

Located in Dusseldorf, NRW

Claude Chavent: Illusionistic Cube Silver Pendant Necklace Sterling silver (pendant and neck ring) Pendant 4.4 to 3.9 cm (approx. 1 3/4" to 1 9/16"), measured diagonal 5.4...

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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Necklace
HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Necklace

HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Necklace

By Hermès

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic Hermes Orange Cubed "H" Pendant & Silver Necklace. The necklace is done with a silver chain and a push and twist closure. The pendant is a cube shape with silver...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Chanel Ice Cube Plastic Chain Necklace Rare
Chanel Ice Cube Plastic Chain Necklace Rare

Chanel Ice Cube Plastic Chain Necklace Rare

By Chanel

Located in Hiroshima City, JP

Rare Chanel ice cube necklace from 2001 collection. Truly beautiful necklace.

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Early 2000s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

CHANEL 1980s Gilted metal and cubed rhinestones necklace
CHANEL 1980s Gilted metal and cubed rhinestones necklace

CHANEL 1980s Gilted metal and cubed rhinestones necklace

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

CHANEL (Made in France) Beautiful necklace composed of cubed rhinestones ringed with engraved gilded metal ring.

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Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Silver Chain Necklace
HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Silver Chain Necklace

HERMES Orange CUBED H Hermes Pendant Silver Chain Necklace

By Hermès

Located in Tampa, FL

This is an authentic Hermes Orange Cubed "H" Pendant & Silver Necklace. The necklace is done with a silver chain and lobster clasp closure. The pendant is a cube shape with silver "H...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

1980s Chanel Sautoir Necklace of white pearls and glitter cubes
1980s Chanel Sautoir Necklace of white pearls and glitter cubes

1980s Chanel Sautoir Necklace of white pearls and glitter cubes

By Chanel

Located in Paris, IDF

Chanel Sautoir Necklace of golden links embellished with costume white pearls and glitter cubes from 1980s / 90s Total length: 120 cm

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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Beveled Lucite "CC" Cube Necklace With Silver Tone Chain  2007
Chanel Beveled Lucite "CC" Cube Necklace With Silver Tone Chain  2007

Chanel Beveled Lucite "CC" Cube Necklace With Silver Tone Chain 2007

By Chanel

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Offered her is a lovely Chanel drop necklace is shiny Lucite and black with white "CC" in the center from 2007. The beveled Lucite almost looks like crystal. The cube is 3/" x 3/4"a...

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Early 2000s French Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Base Metal

Rare Louis Vuitton Yellow Gold Citrine Cube Pendant or Charm
Rare Louis Vuitton Yellow Gold Citrine Cube Pendant or Charm

Rare Louis Vuitton Yellow Gold Citrine Cube Pendant or Charm

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Columbia, MO

After humble beginnings in 1854 France, Louis Vuitton has become one of the world's most highly trusted & recognizable brands, known for exceptional quality & design. The signature L...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Three Row Ice Cube Diamonds Gold Necklace, Earrings and Ring Set
Chopard Three Row Ice Cube Diamonds Gold Necklace, Earrings and Ring Set

Chopard Three Row Ice Cube Diamonds Gold Necklace, Earrings and Ring Set

By Chopard

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

This necklace and earring set is the epitome of Chopard’s luxurious style. The set is excellently crafted in F-G color and IF-VVS clarity. The approximate total weight of the necklac...

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French Cube Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact french cube necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 15 vintage or 4 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a french cube necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a french cube necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Aria Jewelry Design, Gavilane and Gucci are consistently popular. A french cube necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but amethyst rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and old mine cut alternatives. Finding a french cube necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a French Cube Necklace?

The price for a french cube necklace starts at $270 and tops out at $9,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,469.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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