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Napoleon 3 French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Column Mesh Long Chain Necklace
Napoleon 3 French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Column Mesh Long Chain Necklace

Napoleon 3 French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Column Mesh Long Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Chain in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Composed of a mesh type column, this long

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Long Chain Necklace
French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Long Chain Necklace

French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Long Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, owl and eagle head hallmark. Long chain antique necklace, it

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An 18 Carat Gold Vintage Long Chain
An 18 Carat Gold Vintage Long Chain

An 18 Carat Gold Vintage Long Chain

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat long chain with infinity links. weight: 68.45 grams length: 87 cm

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Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Chain 14k pink gold 62 cm long
Chain 14k pink gold 62 cm long

Chain 14k pink gold 62 cm long

Located in The Hague, ZH

14k rose gold necklace - 62 cm long detailed description necklace is 62 cm long and 2.0 mm wide

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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Cartier Link Chain Long Necklace c. 1970s
Vintage Cartier Link Chain Long Necklace c. 1970s

Vintage Cartier Link Chain Long Necklace c. 1970s

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Rare 1970s Cartier 18K yellow gold oval and round link chain necklace. This necklace features a

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian Filigree Link 22" Long Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
French Victorian Filigree Link 22" Long Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

French Victorian Filigree Link 22" Long Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in Boston, MA

Aston Estate Jewelry presents: An elegant Victorian chain necklace crafted in 18k yellow gold

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Antique 1870s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Cartier Fancy Link Long Chain
18 Karat Gold Cartier Fancy Link Long Chain

18 Karat Gold Cartier Fancy Link Long Chain

By Cartier

Located in London, England

This classic French Antique 18k yellow gold chain, signed Cartier Paris comprises of an oval

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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

African Ebony Gold Leaf Chain Link Long Necklace
African Ebony Gold Leaf Chain Link Long Necklace

African Ebony Gold Leaf Chain Link Long Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in ebony. Long necklace in precious wood, it is formed of oval convict type links, some of

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Spelled Oval Medallion Charm Long Chain Necklace
Vintage Chanel Spelled Oval Medallion Charm Long Chain Necklace

Vintage Chanel Spelled Oval Medallion Charm Long Chain Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage CHANEL Spelled Oval Medallion Charm Long Chain Necklace Measurements: Diameter Medallion

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Chanel faux baroque pearl and faux tourmaline long chain
Chanel faux baroque pearl and faux tourmaline long chain

Chanel faux baroque pearl and faux tourmaline long chain

By Chanel

Located in Aspen, CO

gold plated chain. This long sautoir by is 59 inches long and very wearable. stylish and oh so Chanel

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20th Century French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace

19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. This antique long chain necklace is

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique Gold Long Necklace
French Antique Gold Long Necklace

French Antique Gold Long Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Long necklace in 18 carat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This matinee necklace is formed of

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Antique 19th Century French Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Long Chain Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Long Chain Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Long Chain Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

Van Cleef & Arpels vintage "Alhambra" long chain necklace French, vintage, and very well made

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Mid-20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos-Dumont 22" Long Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Cartier Santos-Dumont 22" Long Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

Cartier Santos-Dumont 22" Long Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Santos-Dumont Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. Elevate your style with the iconic

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century 18 Karats Yellow Gold Long Chain Matinee Necklace
19th Century 18 Karats Yellow Gold Long Chain Matinee Necklace

19th Century 18 Karats Yellow Gold Long Chain Matinee Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Long necklace in 18 karats yellow gold. Lovely antique yellow gold chain, it is formed of a mesh

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

80s Chanel Vintage Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 35" Chain Link
80s Chanel Vintage Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 35" Chain Link

80s Chanel Vintage Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 35" Chain Link

By Chanel

Located in Torrance, CA

. Measuring 35 inches the necklace can be worn as a long strand or wrapped as a double strand. The faux pearls

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Vintage 1980s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Vintage Chanel Red Cross Necklace c1995 Long 20" Chain Yellow Gold Tone
Vintage Chanel Red Cross Necklace c1995 Long 20" Chain Yellow Gold Tone

Vintage Chanel Red Cross Necklace c1995 Long 20" Chain Yellow Gold Tone

By Chanel

Located in Torrance, CA

a large filigree cross with red resin details. The pendant is attached to a long 20 inch oval link

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1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Antique 48-inch-long French Filigree Gold Necklace
Antique 48-inch-long French Filigree Gold Necklace

Antique 48-inch-long French Filigree Gold Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, 18k, France. This 48-inch-long antique French necklace features stylishly traditional

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French 28 Inch Long Filigree Gold Necklace
Antique French 28 Inch Long Filigree Gold Necklace

Antique French 28 Inch Long Filigree Gold Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

delicate connecting links are thoughtfully twisted for added visual appeal. This chain is 28 inches long

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes 2025 Sterling Silver Farandole 160 Long Chain Necklace w/ Box and Receipt
Hermes 2025 Sterling Silver Farandole 160 Long Chain Necklace w/ Box and Receipt

Hermes 2025 Sterling Silver Farandole 160 Long Chain Necklace w/ Box and Receipt

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Sterling Silver Farandole 160 Long Chain Necklace  Made In: France Year of Production: 2025

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Estate Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Rope Twist Link Long Chain Necklace, 1970's
Estate Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Rope Twist Link Long Chain Necklace, 1970's

Estate Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Rope Twist Link Long Chain Necklace, 1970's

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous estate Cartier 18K yellow gold rope twist link long chain necklace 1970's This perfectly

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A long gilt metal/filigree sautoir/chain, Robert Goossens for Chanel, 1950s/60s
A long gilt metal/filigree sautoir/chain, Robert Goossens for Chanel, 1950s/60s

A long gilt metal/filigree sautoir/chain, Robert Goossens for Chanel, 1950s/60s

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A classic piece of Chanel costume jewellery, an iconic long chain, of the type worn in the

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Vintage 1960s French Baroque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

French 19th Century Lacey Silver Muff Chain Sautoir
French 19th Century Lacey Silver Muff Chain Sautoir

French 19th Century Lacey Silver Muff Chain Sautoir

Located in New York, NY

French 19th Century Lacey Silver Muff Chain Sautoir L: 158 cm / 62 in. 40 grams Fabulous long

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Fabulous 60-inch Long Antique French Sterling Filigree Necklace
Fabulous 60-inch Long Antique French Sterling Filigree Necklace

Fabulous 60-inch Long Antique French Sterling Filigree Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, .800 fineness silver, French. This 60-inch-long sterling silver necklace is a charming

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Antique Yellow Gold Filigree Watch Chain Necklace
French Antique Yellow Gold Filigree Watch Chain Necklace

French Antique Yellow Gold Filigree Watch Chain Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An amazing extra long French antique chain necklace. Made of 18k yellow gold. Features filigree

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Antique Early 1900s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Deco 62-inch-long Gold Filigree Necklace
French Art Deco 62-inch-long Gold Filigree Necklace

French Art Deco 62-inch-long Gold Filigree Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1920-30s, 18k, France. This 62-inch-long eighteen-karat gold necklace is a chic example of

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Necklace 18k 18 inches long
Antique French Necklace 18k 18 inches long

Antique French Necklace 18k 18 inches long

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1880s, 18k, France. Excellent condition.

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Antique 1880s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Necklace
French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Necklace

French 19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's and rhinoceros heads hallmarks. Long antique long

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Antique Early 19th Century French Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jaseron Mesh Long Necklace
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jaseron Mesh Long Necklace

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jaseron Mesh Long Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

Necklace in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A long antique chain in yellow gold

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Iconic Chanel Chicklet necklace, 12 cut rhinestones brown, 152 cm long, France
Iconic Chanel Chicklet necklace, 12 cut rhinestones brown, 152 cm long, France

Iconic Chanel Chicklet necklace, 12 cut rhinestones brown, 152 cm long, France

By Chanel

Located in Stuttgart, DE

Stunning classic Chanel necklace made from the highest quality faceted brown lead crystals with gold toned edges. It has the famous rectangular bezel set chicklet crystals with smal...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120
Hermes Farandole long necklace 120

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120

By Hermès

Located in London, England

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120 with box and certificate. A very stylish Long necklace in

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2010s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120
Hermes Farandole long necklace 120

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120

By Hermès

Located in London, England

Hermes Farandole long necklace 120 with box and certificate. A very stylish Long necklace in

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2010s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Hermes Sterling Farandole Long Necklace
Hermes Sterling Farandole Long Necklace

Hermes Sterling Farandole Long Necklace

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes Farandole Long Necklace featuring the iconic Chaine d'Ancre motif. Can be worn double

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

CHANEL Collector Paris Shanghai Long Necklace
CHANEL Collector Paris Shanghai Long Necklace

CHANEL Collector Paris Shanghai Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

collection. Made in France. This necklace is like new. The label of the brand is present on the chain. The

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Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Baroque Enamel Long Necklace
Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Baroque Enamel Long Necklace

Vintage CHRISTIAN LACROIX Baroque Enamel Long Necklace

By Christian Lacroix

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

sizes. - Long delicate chain. - Gold tone. - Signed CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Made in France. - Christian

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

CHANEL Paris Salzburg Collection Long Necklace
CHANEL Paris Salzburg Collection Long Necklace

CHANEL Paris Salzburg Collection Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

(2014-2015). The Austrian style is in the spotlight. Necklace in silver tone chain embellished with

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Long Necklace / Sautoir, 1980s
Chanel Golden Metal Long Necklace / Sautoir, 1980s

Chanel Golden Metal Long Necklace / Sautoir, 1980s

By Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal long necklace with diamond-shaped engraved medallions

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Antique 33 inch long Gold Link Necklace
Antique 33 inch long Gold Link Necklace

Antique 33 inch long Gold Link Necklace

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1890s, 18k, France. This 33-inch-long antique French necklace features handmade filigree

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Antique 1890s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Chanel Pearl & Crystal CC Long Strand Necklace
Chanel Pearl & Crystal CC Long Strand Necklace

Chanel Pearl & Crystal CC Long Strand Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Pearl & Crystal CC Long Strand Necklace Features crystal and silvertone small and large CC

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Extra Long Tie Necklace
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Extra Long Tie Necklace

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Extra Long Tie Necklace

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage dramatic tie necklace consisting of extra long antica bronze chains. A

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

1970s Vintage Chanel Extra Long Gold Sautoir Necklace
1970s Vintage Chanel Extra Long Gold Sautoir Necklace

1970s Vintage Chanel Extra Long Gold Sautoir Necklace

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel 70s extra long gold sautoir necklace , can be worn up to 4 strands. Comes with original box.

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Vintage 1970s French Chain Necklaces

Vintage 76" EDOUARD RAMBAUD Hieroglyphic Disc Sautoir Long Necklace
Vintage 76" EDOUARD RAMBAUD Hieroglyphic Disc Sautoir Long Necklace

Vintage 76" EDOUARD RAMBAUD Hieroglyphic Disc Sautoir Long Necklace

By Edouard Rambaud

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Vintage 76" EDOUARD RAMBAUD Hieroglyphic Disc Sautoir Long Necklace Measurements: Height: 1 inch

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Long Romance a Paris Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Long Romance a Paris Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Long Romance a Paris Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Miami, FL

from the diamond and gemstone shower. The chain measures 32 inches, and the pendant measures 37 mm in

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2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Long Alhambra Necklace 20 Motifs
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Long Alhambra Necklace 20 Motifs

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Long Alhambra Necklace 20 Motifs

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in North Hollywood, CA

longer make. Since this is in white gold it is more coveted than yellow gold which is common this will

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2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Necklace, 16 Motifs
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Necklace, 16 Motifs

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Necklace, 16 Motifs

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Bethesda, MD

From Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra collection; A gathering of 16 different-sized Alhambra motifs, coming together in a joyful dance. Inspired by the clover leaf, their asymmetri...

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Karl Lagerfeld Gilt Metal Long Necklace with Black Resin Cabochons
Karl Lagerfeld Gilt Metal Long Necklace with Black Resin Cabochons

Karl Lagerfeld Gilt Metal Long Necklace with Black Resin Cabochons

By Karl Lagerfeld

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant Karl Lagerfeld Paris extra-long sautoir necklace. Heavy gilt metal chain with semi-mat

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Early 2000s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

A long gilt metal and paste link necklace/sautoir, Chanel, 1980s
A long gilt metal and paste link necklace/sautoir, Chanel, 1980s

A long gilt metal and paste link necklace/sautoir, Chanel, 1980s

By Robert Goossens for Chanel

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A timeless and classic gilt metal and paste chain link necklace , from the 1980s, by Chanel, from

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Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra  12 Motifs Long Gold  Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra  12 Motifs Long Gold  Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, which gave its name to the Van Cleef & Arpels line. The first Alhambra jewel was a long gold chain with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Carnelian, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Yellow Gold Long Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Yellow Gold Long Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Yellow Gold Long Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Banbury, GB

Dandelion Antiques Code AT-0610 Brand Van Cleef & Arpels Model ARD79400 Date 2012 Retail Price £20100 / $27700 __________________________________ Metal 18K Yellow Gold Length Approx...

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Banbury, GB

Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat yellow gold long necklace featuring 20 clover leaf-inspired

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs 18K Rose Gold Long Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Banbury, GB

Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat yellow gold long necklace featuring 20 clover leaf-inspired

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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

MARGUERITE DE VALOIS Long Necklace in Aged Gilt Metal and Colored Molten Glass
MARGUERITE DE VALOIS Long Necklace in Aged Gilt Metal and Colored Molten Glass

MARGUERITE DE VALOIS Long Necklace in Aged Gilt Metal and Colored Molten Glass

By Marguerite de Valois

Located in Paris, FR

Marguerite de Valois long necklace, aged gold metal chain and clover-shaped coral and red blood

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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

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French Long Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact french long chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 96 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect french long chain among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a french long chain has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by J DAUPHIN, M. Gérard and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. A french long chain can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 9, 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 brilliant cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a french long chain, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a French Long Chain?

Prices for a french long chain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $495 and can go as high as $35,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,500.

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. 

Questions About French Long Chain
  • 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.

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