Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain necklace; part of our diverse
Antique Early 1900s Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain necklace; part of our diverse
Yellow Gold
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, antique 18 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our
Yellow Gold
Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Longuard Chain - Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 9k yellow gold longuard chain necklace; part of our
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 20K Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Circa 1900, Unisex
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 20 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our
Yellow Gold
Spinel longuard chain, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Spinel longuard chain. Set with ninety-nine cushion shape old cut natural spinels in varying hues
Spinel, Yellow Gold
$1,100
H 0.93 in W 0.78 in D 0.38 in L 59.02 in
Antique Gold-Filled Longuard Chain Necklace with a 14k Opal Cabochon Slide
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian longuard chain necklace. The chain and clip are gold-filled; the slide in
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
L 22 in
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace 22 Inches Barrel Clasp Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian 22 Inch long 9 Karat Gold Ornate Longuard Chain Necklace of
Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
L 47 in
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace 47 Inches Pearl Slide Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian 47 Inch long 14 Karat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace of great
Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,996Sale Price|20% Off
L 14.25 in
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace 14.25 Inch Dog Clip For Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian 14.25 inch 14 Karat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace of great
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,790
H 0.13 in W 0.18 in Dm 0.23 in L 46 in
Vintage 3.12 Carat Turquoise and Cultured Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold longuard chain; part of our diverse necklace and pendant collection. This exceptional, fine
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Victorian Yellow Metal Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in yellow
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Antique English gold scaled long chain
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian gold snake longuard chain comprised of layered scales with a swivel hook, in 15k. The
15k Gold
Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic! Length: 141cm Chain Width
Silver
Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic! Length: 85.5cm Chain Width
Silver
Art Deco Pink Enamel Longuard Necklace
Located in London, GB
to detail and elegance. Longuard or muff chains were popularised during the Victorian era as a means
Silver, Enamel
Vintage Silver Longuard Necklace With Decorative Charms
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic and has gorgeous ornate orbs
Silver
Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace With Decorative Orbs
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic and has gorgeous ornate orbs
Silver
Antique amethyst and gold muff chain
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian gold and amethyst longuard, designed as a station chain, in 14k. The necklace is
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Victorian Yellow Gold Longaurd Chain
Located in Essex, GB
A fine and impressvie antique Victorian yellow gold longuard chain. Each link on this belcher
Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Longuard/Guard/Muff Chain with Diamond Clasp
Located in Malahide, IE
This is an absolute stunner. The necklace measures 66inches in length with a beautiful adjustable 18ct gold and diamond clasp. The detail on the clasp is exquisite and centers around...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and stylish. This beautiful chain is made up of faceted belcher
9k Gold
1890s Victorian Yellow Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our antique
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gunmetal Navette Link Longuard Chain
Located in Houston, TX
An early Victorian gunmetal longuard chain, with alternating smooth navette and sphere links
9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain - Antique Victorian
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 carat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our antique
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A fine antique Victorian longuard chain necklace. The chain is formed of super belcher links and
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1890s Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 carat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our antique
9k Gold
French Gold Longuard Chain with Sapphires and Pearls
Located in Houston, TX
An 18K yellow gold longuard chain with gorgeous bezel-set blue sapphires and lustrous natural
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Victorian Box Link 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The box link chain on this longuard chain glistens in the light and has such a delicate appearance
9k Gold
Antique 15k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 15 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our
Yellow Gold
10k Yellow Gold Fancy Longuard Chain - Antique Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique large link 10 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Longuard Chain, Circa 1900
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 18 karat yellow gold amethyst longuard chain, circa 1900. This 30 inch decorative
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our diverse antique
Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Longuard Chain, circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile, they can be worn in so many ways. This one in particular is
9k Gold
9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain - Antique Victorian
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our antique
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Faceted Longuard Chain
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely oversized antique muff chain with a raised ornate zig-zag design travelling
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Fancy Link Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The links on this chain are simply stunning! They measure 22mm long and the open work gold is so
Gold
18k Yellow Gold Muff / Longuard Chain - Antique French Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional and impressive antique French 18 karat yellow gold longuard / muff chain; part of
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 15 Carat Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This particular longuard is very unusual because of the clasp. On first glance this looks like a
15k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace and Shell Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Longuard / Watch Chain Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard / watch chain; part of our
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace with Watch Key
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Antique Mixed Metals Shakudo Chain with Drop
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fantastic Victorian Shakudo longuard chain. Shakudo jewelry consists of a variety of metals
10k Gold, 9k Gold, Bronze, Copper, Silver
9k Yellow Gold Longuard / Watch Chain - Antique Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold longuard / watch chain; part of our
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15k Yellow Gold Woven Chain Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique chain collection. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique longuard chain has been crafted
Yellow Gold
Antique Longuard 14 k Gold Watch Chain with Trombone Links
Located in New York, NY
This Longuard 14k watch chain with trombone links and original dog clip is 60" wonderful for most
14k Gold
Antique 18 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fine longuard is fastened using a dog clip and is modelled in 18carat gold. The length is
Gold
Victorian Fancy Link Longuard in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Victorian longuard composed of 18K two-tone gold. Features a rose and yellow gold slide with a
Pearl, 18k Gold
0.52Ct Diamond & Turquoise, 18k Yellow Gold Lorgnette/Watch Chain - Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 18 karat yellow gold lorgnette/watch/longuard chain
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This longuard chain features a decorative double chain necklace. The chain is fastened using a
Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A beautiful vintage longuard chain necklace. The chain is formed of superb long slender links and
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, antique 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our
Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain; part of our diverse
Antique Victorian longuard chain necklace, Gold plated, Curb link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era longuard chain necklace. This is quite a chunky curb link long
Gold Plate, Brass
Antique Victorian gold plated longuard chain necklace, rolo link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era longuard chain necklace. This is a rolo link long chain, gold
Gold Plate, Brass
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeously glossy bright yellow 9ct gold longuard features a dog clip that could be used to
9k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
longuard there is a dog clip. You could use this to attach a pendant or so many other things. The length of
9k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This chain is extra long and has so many different ways of wearing. The chain holds a dog clip so
9k Gold
Victorian Yellow Metal Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in yellow
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous extra long longuard chain with two dog clips. These types of necklaces are so versatile
9k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian Pinchbeck Snake Chain Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in
Pinchbeck
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct
Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This simple 9ct gold longuard chain can be worn in so many ways and is so versatile. It has a dog
Gold
Antique Pinchbeck long chain, Victorian, longuard
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era longuard chain necklace. This chain has a chunky tight rolo link
Pinchbeck
Antique Swivel Seal Pendant/Charm Carnelian & Blood-Stone British Hallmarked
Located in London, GB
Antique swivel seal pendant set with Carnelian and Blood-Stone set in 9-carat rose gold, British Hallmarked Birmingham 1900, Sponsor mark "M&M". Could be able to wear it as a pen...
Carnelian, 9k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" long Albert watch link chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Fob Watch Chain
Located in New York, NY
A victorian 14K gold watch chain worn with a watch on one end, carrying a fob on the other. Of gold round and two sizes of rectangular links, ribbed and etched in an aesthetic taste....
14k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace with T-Bar
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold watch chain has a fabulous hollow link interwoven with tiny balls for an unusual variation of a curb link. The links are carved with a ribbed texture that give a matte ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
NCR & Co Antique Victorian Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in London, GB
NCR & Co antique Victorian gold gilt metal long guard chain, with the original swivel dog clip that can be used to attach a pendant or fob. The dog clip was used in Victorian times t...
1.78 Carat 1920s Art Deco Filigree Diamond Platinum Ring Engagement
Located in Wallkill, NY
Handcrafted beautiful Filigree Diamond ring set in Platinum, The Main diamond is VVS-2 Color H, 6.7mm x 3.6mm or 1.10 Carats. 2 side Baguettes 6 square step and 19 Round cuts VS-1 F/...
Diamond, Platinum
Liberty & Co Antique 12k Yellow Gold Fetter Watch Chain Circa 1920
By Liberty & Co.
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 12 karat yellow gold fetter watch chain made by Liberty; part of our diverse collection of gold jewelry. This fine and impressive antique watch chain h...
Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This antique Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure. Crafted from 15ct yellow gold, this chunky design is sure...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Rope Twist Link Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of rope twist link chain and fastens using a bolt clip and loop. Length: 47cm Width: 5mm Weight: 7.7g
Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Link Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This necklace is modelled in 9 Carat gold. Length: 61.5cm Width: 4mm Weight: 9.9g
Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful 9ct gold necklace has fancy chain links and links that represent infinity. Length: 63cm Chain Width: 4mm Weight: 6.8g
Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 20.5 Gm, Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace is a beautiful piece of jewelry. The necklace is 26 inches long and 3.6 mm wide, making it a great statement piece. It has a wei...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cuban curb link anchor chain necklace 22k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
22ct yellow gold curb cuban link chain necklace Indian Asian wedding ceremony. 22ct pure gold chain necklace hallmarked Anchor link chain for everyday or Indian Asian wedding engag...
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Insane Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Insane Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring the most outstanding chunky aquamarine stone with the most wonderful diamond shoulders! perfect statement ring! ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold
Antique imperial Russian Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 1880s 14k gold link chain with unuswal chain lock total lenght of 45cm hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard and initial maker mark
Vintage Heavy 24K Yellow Gold Engraved Chain Link Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage yellow gold lovers dream! At nearly 5 ounces of pure gold, this stunning statement showcases a timeless design matched with an incredibly detailed artisanal craftsmanship. ...
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
Vintage chain necklaces can make a statement on their own. What’s better than eye-catching chains of yellow gold or subtle silver to accessorize with everything from a designer evening dress to a comfortable sweatshirt?
Personal ornament in general has been around for eons. Ancient Egyptians designed jewelry and wore necklaces, rings and other accessories, and the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber in 1922 had the greatest impact on Art Deco jewelry. When chain necklaces first took on some visibility in ancient civilizations, these items weren’t exactly democratic.
Chain necklaces were accessories that were relegated strictly to royal families and the upper class. In ancient times, pendant necklaces conferred prestige, for example. Wealthy Greeks and Romans opted for gold and silver necklaces that featured ornate pendants and semiprecious stones. By the Renaissance period, the pendant had replaced the brooch as the most worn type of jewelry. Pendant necklaces were commonplace, or pendants were simply strung on long gold chains.
Thankfully, jewelry became more accessible over time. And trends have come and gone, but the popularity of chain necklaces today owes in part to hip-hop culture. Big, chunky gold chains and diamond necklaces were the order of the day in publicity shoots and on album covers for rappers in the early 1980s onward, and a gold chain is still a mainstay in the ever-evolving and broadening hip-hop culture as we know it.
In our modern era, a number of chain-link necklaces are trending, worn alone or layered. The stylish links that have passed the test of time include oval links, paper-clip chains and more. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link.
While it was once key to accessorizing for a formal event, a vintage chain necklace now adds a fresh dynamic to any outfit at any time of day. Find yours on 1stDibs.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.