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Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An excellent Cartier yellow gold chain necklace that was made in the late 1980s. ​The unusual link
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1980s Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace.Handmade by our artisans assembled with
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Coral, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic and fashionable gold necklace showcasing 19.5 inches of 18 karat gold links. Weighs 44.07
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous necklace is solid 14k yellow gold with white gold accenting and natural diamonds
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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14k Gold

Cuban Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace, French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This retro vintage 14 karat yellow gold Cuban link chain necklace is made with high-quality Italian
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Late 20th Century French Retro Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 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 Poiray Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace French
By Poiray
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Feminine vintage necklace created by Poiray in France in the 1980s. Made of 18 karat yellow gold
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1980s French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic necklace made of 18 karat yellow gold and round brilliant cut diamonds (G-H color, VS1 clarity
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1980s Unknown Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Signed BTF French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Feminine elegant necklace made of 18 karat yellow gold featuring Tahitian and Akoya pearls
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1980s French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. Necklace Details: Length: 15 3/4
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1980s French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
14k Yellow Gold Vintage Link Chain Necklace by Tiffany Co. Details: Length: 16" Weight: 82 grams
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1960s American Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold chain necklace with double hoop links and textured gold spacers. Length: 80cm
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1960s European Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain
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L 31.5 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co Foxtail Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Vintage Foxtail Chain Necklace by Tiffany Co. Details: Length: 17.25" Weight: 32.4
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1980s American Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

David Yurman Citrine Figaro Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Citrine 40" Long Figaro Link Chain Necklace by David Yurman. With 12 Citrine Stones
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20th Century American Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Citrine, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Textured Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The textured link yellow gold chain necklace by David Webb is a striking piece of jewelry that
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20th Century American Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Double Round Bar Link Long Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
This fancy 18 carat yellow gold chain necklace is beautifully designed with alternating textured
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1970s French Late Victorian Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Black Pearl Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Black Pearl Necklace Beautiful 14K yellow gold chain necklace with 11
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20th Century Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Black Pearl, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Solid Gold Fantasy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage 18 karat solid yellow gold chain necklace featuring multiple units consisting of three
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20th Century Dutch Contemporary Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Gold

18 Karat Solid Gold Fantasy Link Chain Necklace
18 Karat Solid Gold Fantasy Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.32 in L 23.23 in
18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k (tested) yellow gold chain necklace made of polished and textured gold. Equally great as for
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1970s Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
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W 0.23 in Dm 0.63 in L 28 in
Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The vintage chain consists of eighteen
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1990s Unknown Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
. excellent condition. Yellow gold necklace. twisted chain. length: 45.5 cm. width: 0.27. total weight: 14.25
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.11 in L 17.92 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). rope link necklace. security chain. spring
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.09 in L 37.01 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). necklace chain mesh twisted rope. length: 70
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.1 in L 27.56 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace / chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh 3x1 with clasp safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.1 in L 24.81 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). chain mesh force. length: 58.5 cm. width: 0.28
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.12 in L 23.04 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating chain. clasp in eight safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.22 in L 29.14 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh figaro. length of the chain: 54.40 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.19 in L 21.42 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold and white gold. twisted chain in fall. length: 44 cm. width: 0.42 and 0.77
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.31 in L 17.33 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). figaro mesh 1x1. closure with safety chain
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.17 in D 0.05 in L 29.73 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace/chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). forced mesh. length: 64 cm. width: 0.23
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.1 in L 25.2 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). forced chain. length: 58 cm. width: 0.22
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.09 in L 22.84 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain. in yellow gold 750 milliths (18 carats). horse mesh. length: 50 cm. width: 0.35 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.14 in L 19.69 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh popcorn. Length of the chain: 43 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.14 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). gourmet mesh. length: 60.5 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.17 in L 23.82 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). figaro mesh. length: 52 cm. width: 0.37
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.15 in L 20.48 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). chain mesh marine. length: 49.5 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.18 in L 19.49 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace yellow and white gold 750 mils (18 carats). articulated link chain. length: 60 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.24 in L 23.63 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Chain necklace. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). singapore mesh. length: 57.5 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.11 in L 22.64 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh. length: 48.5 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.15 in L 19.1 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 mils (18 carats). english mesh. length : 38.50 cm. width : 0.57 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.23 in L 15.16 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Beautiful necklace vintage yellow gold 750 thousandths (18K). composed of many very fine
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.36 in L 19.89 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). marine mesh. length: 51.5 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.14 in L 20.28 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). English mesh. safety chain. length: 48.8 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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L 0.29 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Palm mesh necklace. yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). length 40.5 cm. width: 0.43 cm. clasp
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.17 in L 15.95 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). double alternating mesh. length: 56 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.14 in L 22.05 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). Venetian mesh with clasp safety chain. length
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.09 in L 24.02 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). English mesh in fall. safety chain with clasp
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.34 in D 0.12 in L 16.74 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
NECKLACE ORJ NATTE GOURMETTE PLATECollier in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). 3 chains mesh
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.06 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gold necklace yellow 750 mils (18 carats). chain mesh jaseron mass. length: 44 cm. width: 0.44 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.18 in L 17.33 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Chain necklace. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). horse mesh. length: 60 cm. width: 0.33
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.13 in L 23.63 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gold necklace yellow 750 mils (18 carats). horse alternately mesh. consisting of an alternating
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.12 in L 19.69 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Long necklace 2 golds 750 thousandths (18 carats). round forçat chain. length: 70 cm. irregular
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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L 27.56 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Chain in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh forçat. pendant trilogy in pink gold
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.29 in L 20.08 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). 35 shiny pearls in yellow gold diameter: 0.97
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.39 in D 0.39 in L 7.29 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace. filigree mesh. length: 114 cm. width: 0.51. total weight: 35.24 g. owl
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.21 in L 44.89 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Two-tone yellow gold/ white gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). fancy mesh. length: 54 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.28 in L 21.26 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh forçat. length: 64 cm. width: 0.23 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.1 in L 25.2 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). omega mesh. length: 42 cm. width: 0.38 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.15 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). length: 16 cm. clasp with eight of safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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L 6.3 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh. length: 50 cm. width: 0.42
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.17 in L 19.69 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh english. length: 40 cm. width: 0.58
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.23 in L 15.75 in
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Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage yellow gold chain necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 555 vintage or 83 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a vintage yellow gold chain necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing vintage yellow gold chain necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage yellow gold chain necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 79 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and bead versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage yellow gold chain necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Yellow Gold Chain Necklace?

Prices for a vintage yellow gold chain necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $122 and can go as high as $59,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,494.

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.