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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: J DAUPHIN
CARTIER Amulet Sautoir Necklace With White Pearls In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Amulet necklace-sautoir designed by Cartier. This is the very scarce and desirable Amulets de Cartier necklace sautoir, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier. The ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Sword Cross Opal Bronze Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Sword with Cross Made in Bronze Chain will be in Sterling Silver not Gold filled as on photo Designer J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles 3-4 weeks to be completed, made to ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver, Bronze, Sterling Silver

Victorian Style White Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Pendant Necklace White Diamond by J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN Materials: – Chain: Gold-plated brass, hand-painted black enamel (also available in gold-plated sterling silve...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Vintage Silver Virgin Mary Medal French Gold-Plated Paperclip Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage French religious medal necklace features a finely detailed Virgin Mary pendant inscribed with the Latin invocation Monstra Te Esse Matrem — Show Thyself as Mother. The m...
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2010s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold, a piece that seamlessly blends luxury and sophistication. This exquisite ne...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Star Ball Pendant Necklace Black Diamond White Diamond Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Star Ball Pendant Necklace Black Diamond White Diamond Black Enamel Material Gold plated Brass Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamonds: White diamonds are highly reg...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Cross Chain Necklace Astrology Symbols Emerald
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross Chain Necklace Astrology Symbols Emerald Material: Cross in polished bronze Chain: Gold plated chain Length: 28 inches Designer: J Dauphin This Gold Plated cross necklace fea...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold Plate

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time with this exquisite vintage Cartier pendant, a true gem from the 1970s. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a captivating fire opal, bezel set to perf...
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Necklace Gold Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Black Diamond set Silver Medal with Virgin Mary and Joseph on the back hanging on a 14k Gold Plate Chain Necklace Length: 28 inches Designer: J DAUPHIN This black diamond m...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Emerald Saint Medal Coin Silver Jeanne Le Mat Necklace Chain J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Saint Medal Coin Silver Jeanne Le Mat Necklace Gold Filled Chain J Dauphin Exclusive piece with a Round Silver Medal Coin with French Saint Jeanne...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver

Heart White Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart White Diamond Choker Necklace 21 pcs White Diamonds Single Cut set in 7 Hearts ( 3 in each heart ) Made as a Chain Choker Necklace 16" long Designer: J DAUPHIN Material: 18...
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2010s Swedish Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin Turquoise Beads Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Hear...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver,...

Key Necklace White Diamond Emerald Ruby
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Key Necklace Rubies, Orange Sapphire, Citrine, Emerald,Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite and White Diamond Chain is goldplated and the key is in solid silver J ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Citrine, Brass, ...

White Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Silver Chain Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond White Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Silver Chain Choker Solid Silver White Diamond Pearl Heart Chain: Solid Sterling Silver Heart: Solid Sterling Silver Designer: J D...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Panther Head Pendant in 18kw Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Panthere De Cartier panther head pendant necklace features approximately 5.00 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds with F color and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier, London 1940s Gold Boxed Snake Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold collar-length necklace of boxed snake chain design, completed by an incised barrel-form clasp, in 18k. Cartier, London. #H7141. Elegant simplicity that works just as we...
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1940s British Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Black Diamond Star Ball Necklace Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Star Sphere Necklace Black Enamel Material Gold plated Brass and Silver Chain Length: Long 26" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamonds: White diamonds are highly regard...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Heart White Diamond Heart Pendant Chain Necklace White Pearl Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart White Diamond Heart Pendant Chain Necklace White Pearl Victorian Style Designer: J DAUPHIN Length: 28 inches White diamonds hold significant spiritual meaning by embodying ...
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2010s Swedish Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass

Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
From the Spartacus Collection by Cartier, this bold chain is crafted from 18k white gold in a high polished finish. The necklace features long solid oval links and fastens with a lar...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Medal Chain Necklace Choker Vintage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Choker Chain Necklace Medals Virgin Mary The chain is new add is 1.9 mm thick, the two medals are French vintage, possibly antique. Designer J Dauphin Lenght: 18" (46 cm) ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver, Brass

Five Star Charm Necklace Gold Plate Black Enamel, Chunky Choker Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5 Star Pendant Chunky Choker Chain Necklace in 14k Gold Plate with Black hand painted Enamel on each star The five-pointed star, often known as the pentagram, holds significant spir...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Heart Choker Necklace Silver White Diamond
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Choker Necklace Silver White Diamond Solid Silver White Diamond Pearl Heart Chain: Solid Sterling Silver Heart: Solid Sterling Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN Length: 16 inches ...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Onyx Star Pendant Choker Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Onyx Star Pendant Choker Necklace 14k Gold Plate Length: Long 16" Designer: J DAUPHIN Eight-Pointed Star Onyx Pendant – Memento Mori Choker Necklace This choker features an ei...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold Plate, 14k Gold, Brass

White Pearl Necklace Choker labradorite Chain Bead
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Necklace Choker labradorite Chain Bead Material: Goldfilled Designer: J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 16" ( 40.5 cm ) Hand m...
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2010s American Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Black Diamond Medal Necklace Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Medal Necklace Choker This Necklace is a 14k Gold plated Chain with a silver medal featuring Virgin Mary, It has a Black Diamond on the front. Length: Long 16" Des...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Diamond Emerald Miraculous Medal Virgin Mary Silver Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamond Emerald Miraculous Medal Virgin Mary Silver Necklace Diamond Emerald Medal Virgin Mary Silver Necklace Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arsenal for the s...
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2010s French Early Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Black Diamond Medal Chain Necklace Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Black Diamond set Silver Meda with Virgin Mary and Joseph on the back hanging on a vintage silver Chain Necklace also in Silver Length: 29.5 inches Designer: J DAUPHIN This...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Blue Green Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Coin Silver Black Pearl Tanzanite Beads Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as th...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling S...

Snake Choker Necklace Serpent Silver Sapphire Ruby Victorian style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Choker Necklace Serpent Silver Sapphire Ruby Victorian style J DAUPHIN 'Internal selves" Made in silver The serpent, or snake, is one of the oldest and most widespread mytho...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier “Maillon” Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A chic 18 karat yellow gold “Maillon” necklace by Cartier, embellished with round brilliant-cut diamonds. Made in France. Length approximately 15.50 inches.
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond by the Yard White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond By The Yard Choker Necklace by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight 1.5ct...
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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded with Light Blue Silk Knots in between Choker Necklace 16" Designer: ...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Black Diamond Medal Chain Necklace Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs Black Diamond set Silver Meda with Virgin Mary and Joseph on the back hanging on a vintage silver Chain Necklace also in Silver Length: 29.5 inches Designer: J DAUPHIN This...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Choker Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Tanzanite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Choker Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Tanzanite This Necklace is a 14k Goldplated Brass Chain with a silver medal featuring Virgin Mary, It has a Tanzanite on the front. Tanzanites are ...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Silver, 14k Gold

Dove Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bird Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Silver Designer: J Dauphin Length: 28" Long Material: Silver and 14 K Gold J DAUPHIN "Billet of myself" fallen dove silver chain neckla...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Cartier Diamond Necklace! 18k gold cable chain with brilliant shape center diamond with Cartier provenance documentation. Weight: ...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Diamond Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7059200
Located in London, GB
A striking Cartier 18k yellow gold diamond necklace from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The necklace features a panther motif with bold black lacquer spots, a round brilliant cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are round and...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Black Diamond Star Sphere Necklace Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Star Sphere Necklace Black Enamel Material Gold plated Brass and Silver Chain Length: Long 26" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamonds: W...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Pearl Chain Turquoise Bead Necklace Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Chain Turquoise Bead Necklace Choker Designer J Dauphin "As within so without" Silver Grey Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 18" Metal is Gold Filled Chain Hand m...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled

Black Diamond White Diamond Star Ball Necklace Victorian Style Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Black Diamond Star Ball Necklace Victorian Style Black Enamel Gold Material Gold plated Brass Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamonds: White diamonds a...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brass, Enamel, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Medal Chain Necklace with Ruby Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary 3 pieces Ruby Solid Silver Pendant and Gold Plated Brass Chain Necklace Designer: J DAUPHIN Sterling S...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tourmaline Opal Medal Chain Necklace Pearl Tanzanite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline and Opal Medal Gold Plated GoldFilled Chain with Silver Pearl and Tanzanite beads Designer: J Dauphin Length: 26" J Dauphin. Symbols or medals can become a powerful to...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterl...

Pendant Long Chain Necklace Stars Sphere White Diamond Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pendant Long Chain Necklace with a Star covered sphere set with White Diamonds and Black Diamonds Black Enamel created in Victorian Memento Mori Style 18 k Gold plated Brass Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamonds: White diamonds are highly regarded for their association with purity, clarity, and enlightenment. They are thought to bring an expansive sense of awareness and an increase in one’s personal energy and thoughts. Spiritually, white diamonds are connected to the Crown Chakra, which is the energy center of spirituality, enlightenment, and dynamic thought processes. They are believed to facilitate a connection to the divine and the universe, helping to align one's personal energies with cosmic forces. White diamonds amplify energy and intention, fostering clarity of mind, and encouraging honesty with oneself and others. They are often used to enhance personal clarity and to bring about a sense of peace and abundance. Black diamonds, also known as carbonado diamonds...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Egyptian Opal Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Saint
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Saint Designer: J Dauphin Material: Gold filled Chain, Bronze Medal Gem: 3 Opals Exclusive piece with Virgin Mary pendant with 3 Opal...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold-filled, Bronze

Sacred Heart Medal Chain Necklace Pink Tourmaline
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red Tourmaline Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest meanings in the Roman Cat...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Dove Necklace Pink Tourmaline Aquamarine Medal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Necklace Pink Tourmaline Aquamarine Medal J Dauphin Long Chain Medal Necklace Dove Aquamarine Marquis Tanzanite Gold Filled Chain 28" Medal is 14k Gold Plated and Chain is Go...
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2010s American Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Bronze

White Diamonds Hearts Chain Necklace Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
21 pcs White Diamonds Single Cut set in 7 Hearts Chain Choker Necklace Designer: J DAUPHIN Length: 16 Inches Material: 18 K Gold Plated Necklace White diamonds hold significant...
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2010s Swedish Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, 18k Gold

Square Emerald Joan of Arc Medal Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Jeanne D'arc or Joan of Arc Medal Chain Necklace with an Emerald Square set. Medal Bronze, Chain is Gold Filled Designer: J Dauphin 28" Long or shorter on request Symbols or me...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Diamond Ruby Swallow Dove Bird Chain Necklace Gold Heart Sterling Silver
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Ruby Swallow Dove Bird Chain Necklace Gold Heart Sterling SilverJ Dauphin 28" Long J DAUPHIN "Billet of myself" fallen dove silver chain necklace with a bleeding heart...
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pink Crystals Medal Choker Chain Necklace Virgin Mary
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Crystals Medal Choker Chain Necklace Virgin Mary J DAUPHIN necklace "Stuck in Rome" 10k Gold plate Made in Los Angeles Made to order 3-4 weeks to be completed Custom Orders ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Puffy Heart Necklace White Diamond Black Enamel Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Puffy Heart Necklace White Diamond Black Enamel Victorian Style 18 k Gold Plated Silver Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamond Pearl Heart Chain Necklace Black Ename...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Memento Mori Style White Diamond Heart Necklace Black Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond White Mini Pearl Puffy Heart Chain Necklace Black Enamel Victorian Memento Mori Style Chain: Gold plated Brass Heart: Gold plated Si...
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2010s Indian Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Heart Necklace White Diamond Pearl Silver Victorian Style Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Necklace White Diamond Pearl Silver Victorian Style Enamel Blue Enamel on a hand painted silver chain Solid Silver Heart Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN White Diamon...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Enamel

Cartier Panthère Enamel Tsavorite 18K Yellow Gold Cord Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301515 Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card) Model N3021500 Serial Number 50**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Tsavorite, Enamel Weight Approximately 14.42 g Length Approximately 5...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

Silver Haert White Diamond White Pearl Rosario Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver Haert White Diamond White Pearl Rosario Necklace White Diamond White Pearl Puffy Heart in a Victorian Style hangs on a Silver Rosario white pearl Necklace Chain Designer: ...
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2010s Swedish Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Silver

Pink Sapphire Crystal Heart Necklace Victorian Style
Located in Los Angeles, CA
48-50 pcs of Pink Sapphires and a large Crystal Heart Necklace Victorian Style Length: Long 28" Designer: J DAUPHIN Crystal is known as a "master healer" and is highly valued for...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Gold Plate

Opal Silver Cross Chain Necklace Chunky Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Silver Cross Chain Necklace Chunky Choker The cross with equal-length arms, known as the Greek cross, holds profound symbolic value across various cultures and epochs. Histori...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass

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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