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White Tile Shape And Small Green Oval Art Deco 2407N Chain Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consists of white tile shape and small green oval new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 24K gold. The beads were hand-pressed during the 1920s-196...
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2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass

Syna Oxidized Silver Link Chain
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in oxidized silver 30 inch length Oxidized silver lobster clasp Chain can be clasped at any length About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Silver

Signature Collection Personalized Mini Script Name Necklace with Three Names
Located in New York, NY
The Personalized "Signature Collection": 14kt Rose Gold mini script name necklace with 3 names shown priced in 14kt Rose Gold. The Personalized "Signature Collection" is also available in Silver, Gold Plate or 14kt Gold with one to as many names as you like. The Mini Script Personalized name...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Silver Plate

Betony Vernon "Mantra Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Necklace" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Necklace" ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Triple Strand "Gold" Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Triple strand link necklace with two balls.
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Elegant 18kt White Gold Diamond Bar Necklace - New, Length Adjustable
Located in West Hempstead, NY
Discover the subtle sophistication of this 18kt White Gold Diamond Bar Necklace, featuring 0.09 carats of GH SI diamonds. This necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Alex Soldier Sapphire Gold Leaf Pendant Necklace on Chain One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
The Leaf is a symbol of nature with its many manifestations. Each leaf in Alex Soldier’s collection embodies a unique pattern and characteristic that resembles the four seasons- as i...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PANIM 12.17 Carats Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold 42" Long Necklace In this necklace rosecut diamonds are evenly spaced on a white gold chain. This is a piece that can be worn everyday, alone or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.53 Carat Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful and Dainty This Chain Necklace has a U-Shaped Pendant that has 13 Round Cut Diamonds (Clarity: SI, Color: F) that weigh 0.53 Carats. The total carat weight of the Pendant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

SEED PEARLS 1920 Art Deco Antique Stations Chain Necklace With Platinum Wires
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco necklace chain with seed pearls. This is a very delicate necklace chain, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1920's. The chain has been carefully ...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Platinum

Syna 18 Karat Large Yellow Gold Link Chain
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 30 inch length Weight 12 grams approx. 18 karat yellow gold lobster clasp Chain can be clasped at any length Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this im...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301048 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 RRP £2,590 Incl. Taxes / €3,050 Incl. Taxes / $ 2,830 Excluding taxes Model VCARA45900 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Yellow...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.78 Carat Sapphire and Asscher Cut Diamond Cross
Located in New York, NY
Asscher Cut Sapphires and White Asscher Cut Diamond set in this beautiful and minimalistic Cross. Set with very little metal to allow light to pass from all angles for maximum brilli...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

104 Carat Diamond Riviera Platinum Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Indulge in unparalleled elegance with this exquisite platinum necklace, Featuring 52 round brilliant-cut diamonds, ranging from 7.14 to 1.07 carats, set in platinum. Certified by ...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Chanel necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Engraved golden metal necklace with costume pearls. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from 40 cm to 43 cm SKU:CB64
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

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Cartier Double Heart Diamond Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Two hearts one nesting in the other. Diamonds adorn half of each heart to make one full heart. 16" 2mm cable chain is equipped with a safety chain. From the Skibell Estate Collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Antiques Jade Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Long Necklace
Located in Milan, IT
Long necklace total length 47cm cabochon rose quartz antiques carved jade with bat shape, little carved buddha, jade drop. Gold. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never be...
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2010s Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

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Jade, Quartz, 18k Gold

I am the Vine Stories in a Circle Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
"I am the Vine" two tone sterling silver and 22k yellow gold Christian pendant from the Vicki Orr Stories in a Circle Collection. Design inspired b...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k Solid Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Dragonfly Pendant
Located in Den Haag, NL
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for yourself or someone special, you will love our 18k solid gold dragonfly pendant with ch...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

22 Karat Gold Ixthus Charm on 18 Karat Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
22k yellow gold ancient Greek Ixthus or Ichthus symbol charm pendant on an 18 inch 18k gold foxtail chain necklace. Charm pendant is 0.69 inch i...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Vintage 20 Motif Alhambra 1985 Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace. Circa 1985. With accommodating VCA paperwork. A very rare 20-motif Alhambra necklace in White Cor...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301062 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 RRP £3,500 Incl. Taxes / €4,000 Incl. Taxes / $3,700 Excl. Taxes Model ARP4KL00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold W...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage Mother of Pearl 20 Station Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2015 Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage 20 Station Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold and set with 20 Mother of Pearl Stations each measuring 15 M.M. in diameter and 33 inches in lengt...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Anchor Chain Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Incredible HERMES anchor chain necklace in silver 925/1000 Condition: very good Made in France Material : Silver 925/1000 Color: silver Di...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Pave'd Emerald Circle Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this pendant features a flawless circle adorned with meticulously paved emeralds, set on a delicate adjustable 18k gold chain. Its unders...
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2010s Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Choker Necklace 18k Solid Yellow Gold, Grandma Gift
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Choker Necklace studded with emerald, ruby and sapphire in 18K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle Mixed 18K Gold Oxidized Silver Handmade Chain
Located in Soquel, CA
A handmade chain with organic hammered links of alternating 18K yellow gold and dark oxidized silver is a beautiful piece all by itself, or used with a pendant. The links are approximately 1.5mm wide. There are 32 gold links at the bottom, with 12, and then 9, gold links on the sides alternating with the oxidized silver sections going on up...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Mesh Lariat Long Tie Necklace 52 Inch
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Mesh Lariat Long Tie Necklace Metal: Sterling silver 925 Weight: 143.6 grams Length: 52 inches Width: 1 inch Signed: Tiffany & Co. Sterlin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

0.29 Carat Baguette Bar Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Bar Necklace that sits pretty perfect! It has 4 Baguette Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.13 Carats and 12 Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.16 Carats. The total carat weight is 0...
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Early 2000s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.16CT 18Karat White Gold Emerald Cut Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This exquisite piece of jewelry is a testament to the timeless allure of simplicity and elegance. Suspended from an 18-karat yellow gold chain, the focal point of this necklace is a ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian chunky style large chain necklace 14k yellow gold
Located in London, GB
14ct yellow gold circle chunky choker necklace plain. Plain gold 14k yellow gold chunky large curb cuban link chain necklace with large clasp. Large oval round links choker necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Sapphire Ruby 14 Karat Necklace Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Pearl Ruby Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3,450 820427 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! This South Sea pearl necklace has been Certified, Inspected, and Appraised by Gemological Appraisal Laboratory Gemological Appraisal Laboratory of America is a proud member of: - GIA Alumni Association - National Association of Jewelry Appraisers - International Consortium Gem-Testing Laboratories - Gemological Association of Great Britain TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS ALL CERTIFICATIONS ARE DONE ACCORDING TO GIA STANDARDS PLEASE SEE ATTACHED CERTIFICATE AND APPRAISAL FOR DETAILS FREE PRIORITY SHIPPING DETAILS Stone: Fine Quality South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire Pearl Shape: Ringed Off Round Color: Yellow Overtone: Champagne Surface: Lightly Blemished Luster: High Quality: AA No. of Pearls: 7 Measurement: 14.28 - 14.70 mm Length: 35.75 Inches 1 Sapphire: 7.10 Carats (Blue/Semi-Translucent) 3 Rubies: 20.20 Carats (Purplish Red/Semi-Translucent) Weight: 38.677 Grams Metal: 14k Yellow Gold This magnificent Sapphire Ruby necklace...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Pearl Classics Station Chain Necklace 36 Inches
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Sterling Silver Pearl Classics Station Chain Necklace 36 Inches Metal: Sterling silver Weight: 52.85 grams Pearls: Cultured freshwater pearls, 8 - 9.5mm Length: 36 inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Italian Snake Motif Adjustable Lariat Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 5.6 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Made in Italy, this necklace features a snake motif making the lariat adjustable, in 14 karat yellow gold. Can be worn as a choker or longer. Available in three different sizes. ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2654 Comes With Pouch Date 2015 RRP £ 5,700 Inc taxes / $ 6,100 Excl taxes / 6,650 € Inc taxes Model VCARO49L00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Mother of P...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Box Chain Necklace 18" - 18k Italy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Diamond Cut Box Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Length: 18" Width: 1/16" (0.8mm) Weight: 3.5 Gra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Estate Tear Drop Pendant Silver Necklace 17" By Elsa Peretti
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Tear Drop Pendant Silver Necklace 17" By Elsa Peretti TIF228 This elegant Authentic Tiffany & Co necklace is made of sterling silver and has a weight of 2.70 gra...
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Early 2000s American Chain Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Brutalist Modern Shell Necklace by Armando Lozano Ramirez
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Exceptional one of a kind, art necklace crafted by Mexican artist and sculptor, Armando Lozano Ramirez circa 1970's. His work is well known and inspire...
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1970s Mexican Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Copper

Tiffany & Co. Estate Double Chain Infinity Necklace Sterling Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Tiffany & Co Estate Double Chain Infinity Necklace 16" Sterling Silver TIF236 This elegant Authentic Tiffany & Co necklace is made of sterling silve...
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1990s American Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 2015 Holiday Diamond Pink Sèvres Porcelain Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2666 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2016 Model VCARO5SY00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Sèvres Porcelain Weight Approximately 6.75 g Length Approximately 42 cm Width Approximately 1.5 cm Condition Excellent ________________________________________ If you are interested in any of our previously sold...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Christian Dior Gold-Tone Bow-Pendant Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Dior gold-tone rhinestone-detailing bow-pendant necklace featuring bow pendant, heart charm, rhinestone detailing, signature CD logo charm, adjustable fit, rope chain, lobster claw f...
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Pearl Necklace with Strass Crystal CC Pendants
Located in West Hartford, CT
The Chanel Pearl Necklace is a stunning accessory designed by Karl Lagerfeld, blending timeless elegance with contemporary flair. This exquisite piece features a classic string of pe...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pearl

Steven Battelle Mixed 18K Gold Oxidized Silver Handmade Heavier Chain
Located in Soquel, CA
A handmade chain with organic hammered links of alternating 18K yellow gold and dark oxidized silver is a beautiful piece all by itself, or great with a pendant. The links are approximately 1.5mm wide. There are 32 gold links at the bottom, with 12, and then 9, gold links on the sides alternating with the oxidized silver sections going on up...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2204 Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
This pendant consist of transparent emerald color diamond and yellow rectangular shaped beads and finished with a 16 inch gold filled chain. The beads are new old stock vintage Ger...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Judith Ripka JR TWO Sterling Silver & Gold Natural Diamond Chain Link Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Judith Ripka JR TWO Sterling Silver & Gold Natural Diamond Chain Link Necklace Metal: Sterling silver & 18k yellow gold Weight: 56.7 grams Diamonds: Approx. .06 CTW round G-H SI natu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver

9ct Yellow Gold 1920s 19 3/4 Inch Trace Link Chain Necklace with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Trace Link Chain 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1920s This beautiful 1920s trace link chain is crafted from 9ct yellow gold and features a secure bolt ring clasp. The chain...
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Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Round Faceted Belcher 17 3/4 Inch Chain Barrel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain 9ct Gold Tagged Circa 1900 This lovely antique belcher chain is made of 9ct yellow gold and bears the tag of authenticity. The fine-faceted belcher link des...
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20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 23.95 Carat SI/H Round Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 23.95 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

22K gold Mughal Indian peacock necklace with diamond polki, enamel and south sea
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A statement necklace handcrafted in India, with more than 30 days of hand craftsmanship involved in one piece. This mughal style necklace borrows its ethos from Indian tradition and...
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2010s Indian Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Enamel

1990s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Long Chain Necklace CC No.5 Camellia Lion Clover
Located in Bangkok, TH
This 1996 vintage CHANEL long chain necklace is crafted of gold toned chain interlaced with black leather featuring 18 Chanel’s iconic CC Camellia No.5 Clover Lion motifs. Slip on st...
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Song Dynasty Celadon Glazed Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Song Dynasty Celadon Glazed Hairpin Experience the elegance of ancient Chinese artistry with this exquisite Song Dynasty celadon glazed hairpin (宋代青色琉璃簪子). Renowned for its refined...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Artisan Antique Chain Necklaces

Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Bronze Hairpin
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Liao-Jin Dynasty Double Fish Hairpin Discover the beauty and symbolism of ancient Chinese culture with this exquisite double fish hairpin from the Liao-Jin Dynasty. This remarkable ...
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15th Century and Earlier Chinese Anglo-Indian Antique Chain Necklaces

Yellow Gold Knife-Edge Rolo Chain Necklace 21" - 14k Italy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Knife-Edge Rolo Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Toggle Clasp Features: Hollow link construction for comfortable, all-day wear Meas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Floating Black Pearl Necklace #19332
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Floating Black Pearl Necklace This stunning necklace features 11 beautiful black pearl on a 14K yellow gold chain! Chain length: 16 3/4" Width: 5.55mm Weight:...
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Floating Pearl Chain Necklace #19335
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Floating Pearl Chain Necklace This stunning necklace was meticulously crafted from 14K yellow gold and is decorated with 23 stunning white pearls! Chain length...
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Cat Charm Necklace Two Tone Diamond Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cat Charm Necklace is made of 18k White and Yellow Solid Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand selected by me to en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Unique Cross Layering Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand sele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklaces

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.

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