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Vintage 1980s Forstner Gold Gooseneck Necklace
Vintage 1980s Forstner Gold Gooseneck Necklace

Vintage 1980s Forstner Gold Gooseneck Necklace

By Forstner Chain Co.

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold. Signed by Forstner Circa 1980s 17 1/2 inches long

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Circa 1980 Stars Carnelian Beads Chain Italian Unsigned Bracelet
18k Yellow Gold Circa 1980 Stars Carnelian Beads Chain Italian Unsigned Bracelet

18k Yellow Gold Circa 1980 Stars Carnelian Beads Chain Italian Unsigned Bracelet

Located in Rome, IT

, circa 1980 excellent condition. Beautiful vintage chain bracelet made with 18 carat yellow gold hollow

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Box Chain - Signed - Italy - Circa 1980's
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Box Chain - Signed - Italy - Circa 1980's

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Box Chain - Signed - Italy - Circa 1980's

Located in Chatham, CA

Vintage 14K yellow gold box chain necklace - excellent quality - 24" length - spring ring clasp and

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Necklace with Stones Pearls
1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Necklace with Stones Pearls

1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Necklace with Stones Pearls

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel gold necklace with three chains and elaborate decorative clasp featuring cross with pearls

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Vintage Diamond Infinity Chain Necklace in 18K Two-Tone Gold, Circa 1980
Vintage Diamond Infinity Chain Necklace in 18K Two-Tone Gold, Circa 1980

Vintage Diamond Infinity Chain Necklace in 18K Two-Tone Gold, Circa 1980

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Crafted in rich 18K yellow and white gold, it features 5 infinity links pavé set with approximately 2.00

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Solid Yellow Gold Snake Chain Bracelet - Italy - Circa 1980's
Vintage 14K Solid Yellow Gold Snake Chain Bracelet - Italy - Circa 1980's

Vintage 14K Solid Yellow Gold Snake Chain Bracelet - Italy - Circa 1980's

Located in Chatham, CA

Vintage 14K solid yellow gold snake chain bracelet - featuring a continuous flexible chain - high

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Snake Chain - Signed - United States - Circa 1980's
Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Snake Chain - Signed - United States - Circa 1980's

Vintage 10K Yellow Gold Snake Chain - Signed - United States - Circa 1980's

Located in Chatham, CA

Vintage 10K yellow gold snake chain necklace - excellent quality - 25" length - spring ring clasp

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Twisted Rope Chain Necklace
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Twisted Rope Chain Necklace

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Twisted Rope Chain Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Yves Saint Laurent gold tone twisted rope style chain necklace from the late 70’s, early 1980’s

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Bulgari Long Chain Gold Necklace
Bulgari Long Chain Gold Necklace

Bulgari Long Chain Gold Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Darnestown, MD

Bulgari long chain necklace that combines smooth circle links with twisted gold rope around each of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

1980S Gold Plated Chain Necklace
1980S Gold Plated Chain Necklace

1980S Gold Plated Chain Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The perfect every day gold tone chain necklace has arrived! Get your hands on this classic 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet

Handmade 14K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This exquisite handmade chain bracelet is crafted in solid 14K yellow gold, showcasing exceptional

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain
Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain

Vintage three rows french necklace in 18k gold, cobra chain, snake chain

Located in PARIS, FR

Cobra chain necklace in 18 karat gold. Vintage necklace composed of three flexible cobra chains, a

Category

Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Necklace
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Necklace

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Necklace

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This delightful 9ct gold chain has simple and strong links. Length: 46cm Chain Width: 2mm

Category

Vintage 1980s British Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Fancy Link Station Italian Chain
Vintage 18K Gold Fancy Link Station Italian Chain

Vintage 18K Gold Fancy Link Station Italian Chain

Located in Venice, CA

This 18k gold fancy link chain consists of elongated bisected oval links, sandwiched between

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link
Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link

Vintage Chain Necklace French 18k Gold Figaro Link

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage French gold necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a classic chain with

Category

Vintage 1980s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond-Cut Wheat Chain Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Diamond-Cut Wheat Chain Necklace

14K Yellow Gold Diamond-Cut Wheat Chain Necklace

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Classic yet radiant, this Diamond-Cut Wheat Chain Necklace is crafted in luminous 14K yellow gold

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 1980's 18K Gold Vintage Loving Hearts Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 1980's 18K Gold Vintage Loving Hearts Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 1980's 18K Gold Vintage Loving Hearts Bracelet

By Paloma Picasso

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a fancy link chain comprised of ribbon-like pierced heart links Grooved with detail and

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980s Textured Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Vintage 1980s Textured Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace

Vintage 1980s Textured Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Circa 1980s Made in Italy 39 inches

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 1980s Gold Funky Square Link Chain Necklace
Vintage 1980s Gold Funky Square Link Chain Necklace

Vintage 1980s Gold Funky Square Link Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold. Circa 1980s Made in Italy 30 inches

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold

Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage 20" Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold A timeless classic, this vintage 14k

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold

Vintage 20in Herringbone Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold

Located in Houston, TX

20in Herringbone Wide Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold This luxurious, heavy herringbone chain

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Amore" Chain Bracelet Pasquale Bruni 18kt Yellow Gold
"Amore" Chain Bracelet Pasquale Bruni 18kt Yellow Gold

"Amore" Chain Bracelet Pasquale Bruni 18kt Yellow Gold

By Pasquale Bruni

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

The "Amore" Chain Bracelet by Pasquale Bruni is a luxurious piece of jewelry crafted in 18kt yellow

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Monete Gold Chain Necklace Ancient Roman Coins
Bvlgari Bulgari Monete Gold Chain Necklace Ancient Roman Coins

Bvlgari Bulgari Monete Gold Chain Necklace Ancient Roman Coins

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

along a substantial gold chain. Each coin is silver and set in a smooth gold bezel. The necklace

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Mixed Metal, Gold

Italian 2 Toned Silver and Gold Capped Chain
Italian 2 Toned Silver and Gold Capped Chain

Italian 2 Toned Silver and Gold Capped Chain

Located in New York, NY

High quality Italian 1980's 2 Toned Silver and Gold Capped Chain from Italy. 6 strands of high

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage 18K Gold Italian Curb and Infinity Link Chain
Vintage 18K Gold Italian Curb and Infinity Link Chain

Vintage 18K Gold Italian Curb and Infinity Link Chain

Located in Venice, CA

This gorgeous 18k gold chain has a great presence on the neck. Its long length allows it to be worn

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold Bracelet Chain
Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold Bracelet Chain

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow Gold Bracelet Chain

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This bracelet is modelled in hollow 9ct yellow gold, which makes the bracelet light weight and

Category

Vintage 1980s British Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 11.40 carat amethyst 14k white gold chain necklace
Vintage 11.40 carat amethyst 14k white gold chain necklace

Vintage 11.40 carat amethyst 14k white gold chain necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage 1980’s necklace features nineteen oval cut amethysts totaling approximately 11.40

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage gold tone snake chain designer necklace
Vintage gold tone snake chain designer necklace

Vintage gold tone snake chain designer necklace

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Yellow Gold Cobra Chain Necklace
Yellow Gold Cobra Chain Necklace

Yellow Gold Cobra Chain Necklace

Located in Palm Desert, CA

14 Karat Yellow Gold Cobra Chain Necklace. The classic chain is 2mm wide, 1.5mm thick and 16" long

Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

NAPIER signed gold tone chain designer necklace
NAPIER signed gold tone chain designer necklace

NAPIER signed gold tone chain designer necklace

By Napier

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 15" long

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Estate 18K Yellow and White Gold Twisted Pattern Rope Chain
Estate 18K Yellow and White Gold Twisted Pattern Rope Chain

Estate 18K Yellow and White Gold Twisted Pattern Rope Chain

Located in Hicksville, NY

Estate 18K Yellow and White Gold Twisted Pattern Rope Chain - VHK#944 Year: 1980s Item Details

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Miami Cuban Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Chain Link
Miami Cuban Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Chain Link

Miami Cuban Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Chain Link

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

You can't go wrong with a gold cuban chain link bracelet! This is a cuban-link style bracelet have

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 3mm Rope Chain 22k Gold
Vintage 3mm Rope Chain 22k Gold

Vintage 3mm Rope Chain 22k Gold

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage 3mm Rope Chain 22 Karat Solid Gold 24 Inch The chain weights 17.7 grams and has a rare

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

Jumbo Tapered Rope Chain Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16.25mm
Jumbo Tapered Rope Chain Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16.25mm

Jumbo Tapered Rope Chain Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16.25mm

Located in Tampa, FL

Bold 14k yellow gold rope chain necklace featuring a tapered design, graduating from 6.45mm to

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage gold tone enamel massive chain designer necklace
Vintage gold tone enamel massive chain designer necklace

Vintage gold tone enamel massive chain designer necklace

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS

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Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

TRIFARI signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace
TRIFARI signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace

TRIFARI signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace

By Trifari

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed TRIFARI • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Vintage gold tone poured glass designer chain necklace
Vintage gold tone poured glass designer chain necklace

Vintage gold tone poured glass designer chain necklace

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with poured glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

NAPIER signed vintage gold designer runway chain bracelet
NAPIER signed vintage gold designer runway chain bracelet

NAPIER signed vintage gold designer runway chain bracelet

By Napier

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer runway bracelet MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Bracelets

18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, 59.5cm - 23.4". Spring Ring Clasp.
18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, 59.5cm - 23.4". Spring Ring Clasp.

18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, 59.5cm - 23.4". Spring Ring Clasp.

Located in MELBOURNE, AU

18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, Spring Ring Clasp, stamped 18K, Italian hallmark Length

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Hemmerle Heart Moonstone Diamond Curb Chain Bracelet 18k 750 Yellow Gold
Vintage Hemmerle Heart Moonstone Diamond Curb Chain Bracelet 18k 750 Yellow Gold

Vintage Hemmerle Heart Moonstone Diamond Curb Chain Bracelet 18k 750 Yellow Gold

By Hemmerle

Located in München, DE

Rare Vintage Hemmerle curb chain bracelet in 18k 750 yellow gold with heart-shaped moonstone and

Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 10k Gold Chain Figa Pendant Necklace
Victorian 10k Gold Chain Figa Pendant Necklace

Victorian 10k Gold Chain Figa Pendant Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Materials: 10K Rose Gold Chain, 14K Pendant Weight: 17 grams Gemstone: Bakelite Measurement

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, 14k Gold

18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace
18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace

18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The 18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace is a timeless and elegant piece that embodies

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone chain designer bracelet
Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone chain designer bracelet

Vintage ANNE KLEIN signed gold tone chain designer bracelet

By Anne Klein

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed ANNE KLEIN • gold tone • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Bracelets

Vintage 9ct Gold Chain Bracelet, hallmarked 1988
Vintage 9ct Gold Chain Bracelet, hallmarked 1988

Vintage 9ct Gold Chain Bracelet, hallmarked 1988

Located in London, GB

This 9 carat yellow gold bracelet dates to 1988 and features a love hear padlock at its centre. The

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Victorian Chain Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

NAPIER signed gold tone snake designer runway chain necklace
NAPIER signed gold tone snake designer runway chain necklace

NAPIER signed gold tone snake designer runway chain necklace

By Napier

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Vintage Verdura Yellow and Rose Gold Chain Choker Necklace and Bracelets
Vintage Verdura Yellow and Rose Gold Chain Choker Necklace and Bracelets

Vintage Verdura Yellow and Rose Gold Chain Choker Necklace and Bracelets

By Verdura

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: The necklace is made out of 14 karat yellow and rose gold. It features twisted

Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Chain and Cross with Turquoise Centre
Gold Chain and Cross with Turquoise Centre

Gold Chain and Cross with Turquoise Centre

Located in London, GB

A gold link chain measuring 16'', with a gold cross measuring 1 1/2'' by 3/4'', and has turquoise

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Bvlgari 18k Gold Blackened Steel 36" Long Chain
Bvlgari 18k Gold Blackened Steel 36" Long Chain

Bvlgari 18k Gold Blackened Steel 36" Long Chain

By Bulgari

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A classic Bvlgari 1990's long chain necklace in 18 karat yellow gold and blackened steel. Designed

Category

Vintage 1980s European Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

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Gold Chains 1980 For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold chains 1980 for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1359 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a gold chains 1980 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. Finding an appealing gold chains 1980 — no matter the origin — is easy, but Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A gold chains 1980 can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 141 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and bead cut versions available here, too. Most of our gold chains 1980 for sale are for women, but there are 291 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Gold Chains 1980?

Prices for a gold chains 1980 can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $99,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,267.
Questions About Gold Chains 1980
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A gold chain can often be worn to symbolize class and social status, as over time, gold personal ornamentation has long been a signifier of wealth and prosperity. Today, a gold necklace is a piece of jewelry that can complement any sort of attire, owing to its minimalist yet elegant look. Find a wide range of gold chains and other gold jewelry on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Many jewelry lovers believe that gold chains are worth the money. Whether it's white, yellow or rose in hue, gold has a visually appealing color that resists tarnishing when cared for and stored properly. Gold alloys, such as 14-karat and 18-karat gold, are also resistant to scratching, making these materials a good choice for chains you intend to wear frequently. Plus, the popularity of gold means you can find a wealth of styles and lengths to suit your preferences and coordinate with pendants in your collection. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in gold chains is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find gold chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. Thick gold chains are in style, but whether they’re the right style for you depends on your personal preferences and the way you choose to dress. Thick gold chains look great with t-shirts, suits and sweaters, and you can layer them with other chunky or slim gold chains. Gold chains come in different link types, including Cuban, mariner and cable links and wheat and Figaro chains. Shop a selection of vintage and modern gold chains from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    Yes, many jewelry lovers believe a real gold chain is worth it. Whether white, rose or yellow, gold lends beauty to jewelry. Alloys like 14-karat and 18-karat gold resist scratches, tarnishing and wear and tear to help chains stand the test of time. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in gold chains is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find gold chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    To tell if your gold chain is real, hold a magnet close to it. Since gold is non-magnetic, any noticeable attraction will likely indicate that your piece is a gold-toned metal or features gold plating over a layer of magnetic base metal. You can also have an experienced jeweler or appraiser inspect your chain if you wish. Shop a variety of gold chains on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    To tell if a gold chain is real, first try placing it near a magnet. If you sense a strong attraction between the magnet and the chain, it is unlikely to be solid gold. Another way to test is to gently scratch an old ceramic plate with your chain. A black streak will usually indicate that the piece is made of a metal other than gold. Alternatively, you can have a jeweler or certified appraiser inspect your chain. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of gold chains from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The cost of a gold chain is dependent on brand, condition, and type of gold. On 1stDibs, a gold chain costs anywhere between $185 and $430,000.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some people like to DIY gold chain belts by acquiring a chain then making it into a belt with lobster claws and jump rings. The only tool you need is a pair of pliers to put it all together. These projects get their inspiration from iconic brands like Chanel who made chain belts extremely popular from the 1990s onward. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary gold chain belts from designers like Chanel, Gucci and Versace.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Gold chains have been popular among men for centuries. In some cultures, it's a sign of wealth or status, and in others, it's just a fashion choice.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What style of gold chain is the strongest is largely a matter of personal opinion. Generally, chains formed of interlocking links are strong because they do not bend. Examples include Cuban, mariner, figaro, rope and cable chains. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of gold chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best gold chain for a pendant is a matter of preference. While choosing a chain make sure that the chain is not too thick for the size of the pendant, and it is strong enough. Wheat chains and box chains are good choices due to their sturdiness and flexibility. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of gold chain and pendant options to choose from.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Real gold chains will typically display markings that represent the purity of the gold used to produce them. In some cases, pieces may list the karat weight with marks like 18K or 14K. On other pieces, you may see the metal purity represented by a three-digit hallmark shown on its own or inside a hexagon. The most common markings in this system are 585 for 14-karat and 750 for 18-karat. If you need assistance determining whether your chain is real gold, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can assist you. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of gold chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, a 14 karat gold chain is real gold and made of 14 parts gold and ten parts other metals. A 14 karat gold is usually mixed with copper, zinc, silver, palladium and nickel to increase durability. Browse a range of 14 karat gold jewelry, including chains, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Real gold chains are supposed to be heavy. Pure gold is heavy due to its high density. If you are unsure about the gold content in your piece, you can take it to be appraised. You can also shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What a good size of gold chain is for a man varies. The average length of men's chains is around 20 inches. However, men may choose to wear longer chains, such as if they intend to sport a pendant. Layering short and long chain necklaces is also a popular fashion choice. Shop a selection of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A typical gold chain usually costs around $1,000. However, the price can fluctuate depending on charms, length and designer.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Yes, some Louis Vuitton chains are real gold. The French luxury fashion house offers a line of fine jewelry with chains made of 18-karat white, yellow and rose gold. In addition, Louis Vuitton has a costume jewelry collection. Pieces from this line are generally not real gold. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Louis Vuitton necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    To tell if a 14K gold chain is real, hold a magnet up to it. Real gold isn't magnetic, so if the magnet sticks, the necklace is unlikely to be real 14-karat gold. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your jewelry. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of gold chains.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To know if your 14K gold chain is real, place a magnet near it. Gold isn't magnetic, so if you notice an attraction, your chain may be gold-plated or crafted from an entirely gold-toned metal. If the magnet test is inconclusive, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help you determine whether your chain is gold. On 1stDibs, shop a range of gold chains and other gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The value of a 14k gold chain is dependent on its weight, craftsmanship, brand name, condition and the market value of gold. The gold price per gram fluctuates but it was approximately $61 in early 2021. On 1stDibs, you can purchase a 14k gold chain at a variety of price points.