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Gilded Gold Vermeil European-Style Chain-Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gilded gold vermeil finish European-style chain-link necklace measures 18" in length, 5/16
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1980s Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Art Deco Style Diamond White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Bezel-set diamond chain long necklace. Set with 59 diamonds weighing approximately 5,60 ct. Clarity
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian Sterling Silver Gucci-Style Heavy Chain-Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully elegant Italian sterling silver Gucci-styled heavy chain-link necklace
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). style couture alternating pendants. length: 45
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20th Century French Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 17.72 in
Antique Style Long Link Chain Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain 66 Grams 57.5"
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique multi stand chain crafted in 18 karat yellow gold weighing 66 grams. Can be worn
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1970s Art Nouveau Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Vintage Gold Plated Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Do not miss out on this classic 1980s gold chain necklace! This stunning 18K yellow gold plated
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

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
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Miriam Haskell Multi Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell multi chain draped necklace of muted signature Russian gilt. A lovely sampling of
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Retro Gold Chain Long Rope Necklace with Amethyst Crystals, Victorian-Style
Located in Milford, DE
A golden rope-length necklace accented with amethyst crystals, inspired by Victorian style.
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Late 20th Century Victorian Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Crystal, Gold Plate

18" Vintage 7.5 mm Gold Plate Nugget Style Flat Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Sausalito, CA
chain, intricately designed in a distinctive nugget style that captures the essence of vintage charm
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1970s Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

Diamonds, Angel Skin Pink Coral, 18 Karat Gold French Style Chain Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Unique and elegant chain necklace realized in french style
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1970s Retro Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Georg Jensen Fancy Chain Necklace
By Georg Jensen
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold chain from the luxury jewellery designer Georg Jensen. The chain
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Georg Jensen Fancy Chain Necklace
Vintage Georg Jensen Fancy Chain Necklace
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W 0.38 in L 15.51 in
14K Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic plain rope chain made with 14K Yellow Gold. 47 grams in weight and 30 inches in length
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Black Enamel, Crystal & Flat Chain Necklace By Swarovski, 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 16" length - Gold plated - Black enamel - Clear Swarovski crystal rhinestones - Fold over clasp closure - By Swarovski (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Est...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

1980s Solid Silver Miami Link Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
captures the essence of classic style. This vintage necklace features a shiny silver Miami-style link chain
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1980s Italian Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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18k Gold, Gold Plate

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

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace, a timeless piece that combines classic
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance Chain Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Renaissance style chain link necklace. Of gilt floral incised bronze
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1980s French Renaissance Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry crafted with
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
Italian Yellow and White Gold Chain Necklace
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W 0.2 in L 20.48 in
Cuban Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
chain link style, known for its interlocking links that create a bold and stylish look. The necklace has
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Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cuban Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, French
Cuban Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, French
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H 1.25 in W 0.85 in L 16 in
Vintage Monet 1980s Necklace, Gold Plated Chain
By Monet
Located in London, GB
Monet 1980s Vintage Necklace Gold Plated Elevate your style with this Monet vintage necklace from
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

Vintage Goldette Amethyst Locket Chain Necklace 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An ultra cool Vintage Goldette Amethyst Locket Chain Necklace. Long triple chains adorned with a
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1960s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Vintage Triple Chain 9 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful snake style link triple chain. Modelled in 9 carat gold. Shortest Length: 41cm Chain
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1960s Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold, 9k Gold

Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Anchor Chain Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
yellow gold anchor chain is 35" of continuous power and style. Signed Hermes Paris. Circa 1975-85.
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow gold box style link chain
Located in Surfside, FL
Box style link chain in 18k yellow gold with o-ring clasp. Length 17.5 inches.
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Thick Box Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in McLeansville, NC
This gorgeous vintage Italian box chain necklace is crafted in sterling silver. It features a thick
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1990s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Sterling Silver

Napier Chain and Crystal Pendant Link Necklace Vintage
By Napier
Located in North Miami, FL
This wonderful great weight signed vintage Napier gold link chain necklace has 5 hanging pendants
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1970s American Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Vintage Chanel Baroque Pearl & Chunky Chain Necklace 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The quintessential Chanel Pearl Chain Necklace. Originating from 1983, the year Lagerfeld joined
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Betony Vernon "Tassel Chain" Necklace Bracelet Sterling Silver 925
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Tassel Chain" Necklace was first designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 using lost wax elements and
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Gold-Filled Necklace, Pocket Watch Chain, or Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking hand made necklace or bracelet, pocket watch chain. Done in the Edwardian
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20th Century Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold-filled

Vintage Christian Dior Long Snake Chain Necklace 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A wonderfully long Vintage Dior Long Snake Chain. Crafted in gold plated metal. Very good vintage
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Vintage Ciner Gold Chain & Pastel Crystal Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Vintage Ciner Pastel Necklace. Featuring gold plated curb style chain interspersed with large oval
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Link 16 Inch Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
of the necklace, creating a captivating focal point. Versatility is key with this beautiful chain
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Rolo Style Chain, 13.2gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k Yellow Gold Rolo Link Chain. Length- 24in Width- 2.5mm Stamped and tests 14k, weighs 13.2gr
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Yellow Gold

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

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Sterling Silver

Wheat Chain Necklace, 14k Rose Gold Italian Women's Gift
Located in Greensboro, NC
Crafted in glowing 14k rose gold, this necklace is fashioned in a sophisticated wheat chain design
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Rose Gold

1990s Vintage Karl Lagerfeld Gold Tone Logo Chain Necklace
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a beautiful and stylish massive chain necklace designed by Karl Lagerfeld in 1990’s. This
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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

Box Chain Necklace, 14k White Gold Spring Ring Clasp
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Chain Style: Box Chain: length 16", width 1/16
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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White Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Asymmetric Pearl Droplet Chain Necklace 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Dior Pearl Chain Necklace. Featuring a chunk flattened curb chain embellished
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1980s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Boucheron 18 Karat Yellow Gold 35 Inches Long Chain Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
exquisite piece boasts a length of 35 inches, providing versatility in styling and wear. The necklace
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20th Century French Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Gold Metal Small CD Logo Pendant Chain Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior gold metal chain necklace with small round CD logo pendant. Lobster closure
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1990s German Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold

Vintage Chanel Gold Statement Chain & Byzantine Medallion Necklace 1984
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A 1980s Vintage Chanel Medallion Necklace. Created whilst Victoire de Castellane was at the helm of
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

Vintage Givenchy Gold & Pearl Logo Whistle Chain Necklace 1990s
By Givenchy
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular Vintage Givenchy Whistle Necklace. Most at home on the catwalks of the 1990s. Crafted
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

CHANEL Vintage gold CC medallion coin charm short chain necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL Vintage gold CC medallion coin charm short chain necklace Reference: TGAS/D00863 Brand
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1990s French Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold

Vintage Long Hook & Eye Style Textured Chain 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Hook Eye Chain. Featuring a long and lightweight hammered effect chain with a wonderfully
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1960s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Graduated Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Graduated Twisted Rope Link Gold Chain Necklace composed of 18k yellow. With a twisted rope
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chamilia Necklace 1210-0008 Box Chain Snap Oxidized Sterling Silver
Located in Greensboro, NC
The sterling silver piece is titled Box Chain Snap Necklace Oxidized, and features a nice box chain
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Late 20th Century Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Sterling Silver

Faberge Style Colored Enamel Charm Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14 karat yellow gold enameled Faberge style charm necklace. This modern take on the classic Faberge
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1970s Unknown Russian Revival Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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
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1980s French Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gold Plate

A gilt metal mixed chain 'twist' necklace, Christian Dior, c1970s
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A striking and elegant choker necklace, beautifully made of two different chain elements that twist
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1970s German Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Gilt Metal

Wheat Chain Necklace, 14k Rose Gold Lobster Claw Clasp Women's
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Chain Style: Wheat Chain: length 16", width 3/32
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Rose Gold

New Women's Diamond Cut Cable Chain Necklace, 14k White Gold
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Chain Style: Diamond Cut Cable Chain: length 16
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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White Gold

New Synthetic Emerald Bar Necklace, 10k Rose Gold Rolo Chain
Located in Greensboro, NC
stationary bails) Chain Style: Rolo Chain: length 15 3/4" - 17 3/4" (adjustable length), width 1/16" (1.1mm
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Emerald, Rose Gold

14k Gold Large Multicolor Natural Gemstone by the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Locking Barrel Clasp Condition: Statement chain necklace in excellent condition and 100% ready to wear
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1990s Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Chamilia Necklace 1210-0008 Box Chain Snap Oxidized Sterling Silver
Located in Greensboro, NC
The sterling silver piece is titled Box Chain Snap Necklace Oxidized, and features a nice box chain
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Sterling Silver

David Yurman Sterling Silver 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Wheat Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
. Necklace Specifications Brand: David Yurman Style: Classic Wheat Chain Hallmarks: ©D.Y. 925 750 Metal
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

CHANEL Rhinestone 2020 Gold CC Camellia Pearl Chain Leather Choker Necklace
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
that enhances its vintage charm. This accessory is not merely a necklace; it's an embodiment of style
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1990s European Etruscan Revival Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

Betony Vernon "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace Bracelet Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace was first designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 using lost wax elements and
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklace Chain Styles

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Sterling Silver

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Vintage Necklace Chain Styles For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of vintage necklace chain styles. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3972 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. modern and contemporary are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage necklace chain styles. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Christian Dior and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 712, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage necklace chain styles for sale are for women, but there are 940 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Necklace Chain Styles?

On average, vintage necklace chain styles at 1stDibs sell for $1,491, while they’re typically $38 on the low end and $285,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Vintage Necklace Chain Styles
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    The strongest style of chain for a necklace is a thick link chain. Link chains are the strongest type of chain because these chains do not have a bending point, and therefore can twist and be folded a number of ways without damaging the chain. There are many different types of link chains, including wheat chains, figaro chains, cable link chains, mariner link chains and curb link chains. When searching for a durable chain, avoid hollow chains and opt for independently soldered links that will never pull apart. Shop different styles of necklace chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.