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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1950s
Retro 18ct Yellow Gold & Diamond Tassle Sautoir Necklace circa i950
Located in London, GB
An 18ct yellow gold and diamond twin tassel sautoir necklace, circa 1950. The open-ended necklace is composed of two lengths of rounded mesh chains, connected by a diamond set stoppe...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Herringbone Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This stunning 1980s herringbone necklace is crafted in luxurious 14K yellow gold, exuding timeless elegance. With a substantial width of 7.3mm and a classic 18-inch length, it drapes...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18ct Yellow Gold 19 3/4 Inch Fine Flat Curb Chain with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fine Curb Chain
18ct Yellow Gold
Circa 2000
This stunning curb link chain is crafted from 18ct yellow gold, which has been stamped for authenticity. The antique fine curb ...
Category
Early 20th Century European Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Gold-Plated Multi-Layer Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Gold Multi-Layer Necklace. Beautiful Chanel necklace with a COCO Chanel Pendant. This piece is a perfect statement of the brand attention to details and classiness making this...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
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...
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Yellow Gold
Aurora Borealis Crystal Choker Necklace With Fringe Dangle, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp
- 3" dangle drop
- Iridescent AB crystal rhines...
Category
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine Sautoir Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine sautoir necklace of five stations of supple woven snake chain loosely knotted with stations centered by large round ...
Category
1960s French Byzantine Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Articulated Art Deco Snake Necklace Belt Rolled Gold Enamel
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
A striking Art Deco-era flexible snake chain necklace/belt featuring a blue and white enamel head that gracefully dangles at the end. This versatile piece can be worn as either a nec...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Enamel
Victorian English 9ct Yellow Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a deep yellow color, with cable link chain, each stamped with 9c, Albert swivel clasps and a hanging T bar attachment.
Measurements: 15 1/4 inches l...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Givenchy Long Herringbone Chain Necklace with Logo Clasp, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Givenchy herringbone chain necklace in gold plate. This long heritage necklace comprises a flat, wide herringbone chain with a stat...
Category
1980s Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Estate Antique 18K Yellow Gold Unique Link Chain - VHK#966
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Antique 18K Yellow Gold Unique Link Chain - VHK#966
Item Details:
Year: 1900s
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 27.8 grams
Measurement: 29.5 Inche...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Prasiolite Diamond Necklace 17" Sterling Silver Estate
By David Yurman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic David Yurman Prasiolite Diamond Necklace 17" Sterling Silver Estate DY661
Retail: $989.00
This elegant Authentic David Yurman Prasiolite Diamond Necklace is made of sterl...
Category
1990s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver
Vintage Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain, c.1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Solid 18K Yellow Gold Rope Chain c.1980s
Period: Vintage
Year: 1980s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 101.35g
Length: 35 inches ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold plated lariat chain necklace, Faux pearl, Enamel flower
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Edwardian era lariat necklace.
The necklace is a lovely foxtail link chain in gold plated brass, the chain is a Y shape or lariat necklace with a straight drop ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
John Galliano for Christian Dior 1990s Rhinestone Acorn Charms Vintage Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This elegant Christian Dior necklace was made in the 1990s when John Galliano was designing for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
The Details...
This rhodium pl...
Category
1990s German Chain Necklaces
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, 28 Inch Edwardian Faceted Oval Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain
9ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1900
This stunning Edwardian belcher link chain is made of a rich 9ct yellow gold and dates back to the early 1900s. The beauty of this...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 22 1/4 Inch Fine Curb Link Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s
Introducing a stunning 9ct yellow gold 1920s Albert chain that was previously used as a pocket watch chain. This exquisite neckla...
Category
Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace Made in Turkey 62.2 Grams
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat yellow gold link necklace featuring 52 high polished links weighing 62.2 grams.
More link necklaces available.
Category
1990s Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1900
Hallmarked Birmingham (no date letter)
Makers Mark B & S-
Benjamin Henry Britton and Sons. Established in Birmingham 1855- Makers of Pocket Watch Chains.
Fabulous Edwardian, Double Graduated Curb Link. Double Dog Clip...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklaces. This pair of necklaces each has ten motifs, turquoise plaques, all set in 18k white go...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold 34 Inches Curb Link Long Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional design by Bvlgari, this eye-catching 34-inch necklace combines sleek blackened silver with radiant 18K yellow gold in bold curb links, creating a dramatic interplay of...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
86.2 Gram Solid 14K Yellow Gold Double Infinity Link Chain Necklace, 16.5 inches
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Weighing in at almost 100 grams of solid 14K yellow gold, this necklace is a superb vintage piece. Made of interlocked infinity links, the textured finish draws the eye and creates visual interest. Ideal as a solo statement piece, layered with your favorite pendants and chains, or even to hang your favorite pendants from, this chain is excellent for daily wear or to complete a special occasion outfit. You could even take it to your jeweler and have them add your charm collection on, making it the classiest of charm necklaces! The links each measure 10.3mm wide, and the necklace closes securely with a box tab link, ensuring it can be worn and enjoyed for years to come.
On the History of Chains
Chains are not only one of the most versatile types of jewelry, but also one of the oldest. Chains and chain necklaces have remained eternally popular since antiquity. In ancient Rome women favored chains to wear around their necks and hips, King Henry VIII of England gifted chains to his favorite courtesans (but kept the best for himself,) and even the 16th century founder of the London Stock Exchange...
Category
1970s European Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Long French sautoir 18k gold, paperclip chain circa 1920
Located in PARIS, FR
Sautoir paperclip long chain in 18 karat gold. Important rectangular paperclip chain with rounded ends, forming a long sautoir. The necklace measures 95 cm and the links are hollow. ...
Category
1920s French Edwardian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Chanel Big Logo Necklace/Belt
By Chanel
Located in West Hartford, CT
A bold and iconic statement piece from the golden era of Chanel, this oversized logo necklace/belt embodies the house’s signature blend of glamour and ed...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
22ct Gold 20.75" Chain - No Clasp
Located in London, GB
22ct 916 Gold Chain
Length 20.75 Inches
Thickness 3mm (millimeters)
Weight 13.35 grams
Please note - Chain is without a clasp.
Fully Hallmarked by Lon...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 21 1/2 Inch Oval Faceted Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1900
This beautiful Edwardian belcher link chain is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to catch the eye of anyone who appreciat...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Art Deco 14k and Enamel Watch Chain
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely enameled chain from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in 14k yellow and white gold, this chain is composed of 7 oblong links, 8 rectangular links, and 3 cylindrical links....
Category
1920s Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Vintage Choker/ Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold 49 gm
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Vintage Choker/ Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold 49 gm
Its a very 18 Karat gold 49 gm
Rare vintage Tiffany & Co necklace designed by Elso Peretti, crafted in 18 k...
Category
1990s Spanish Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban link color stone necklace.
Mounted with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds.
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Em...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VINTAGE Kenzo Gerbera Flower Choker in Gold RARE
By Kenzo
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Indulge in the allure of nostalgic glamour with the Vintage KENZO Gerbera Flower Choker, a statement piece that seamlessly marries the romance of yesteryear with the bold elegance of...
Category
1990s European Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces
Vintage Tri-Tone 14K Italian Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage Tri-Tone 14K Italian Gold Collar Necklace
This complex woven chain necklace is comprised of interlocking 14K tri-tone yellow, white, and r...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1970s Whiting & Davis Gold Chainmail Metal Fringed Vintage 70s Bib Necklace
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare WHITING AND DAVOIS late 70s gold fringe metallic chain mail Egyptian style disco bib necklace !
This gem just screams STUDIO 54 !
Adjustable clasp can be worn at different leng...
Category
1970s American Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wheat Chain Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous necklace is solid 14k yellow gold with white gold accenting and natural diamonds.
Necklace Specifics:
14 Round Diamonds - 0.14ctw
Total weight - 40.6 grams
Chain - 8mm...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Long 37in "Bvlgari Bvlgari" Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
An iconic piece from the renowned Italian house, this Bvlgari Bvlgari sautoir necklace is crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and showcases the brand’s signature style with logo-engraved...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 22 Inch Trace Link Albert Chain with T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Yellow Gold
Circa 1920s
Introducing a stunning 9ct yellow gold 1920s Albert chain that would have previously been used as a pocket watch chain. This exqu...
Category
20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
KJL KENNETH JAY LANE signed gold lions door knocker designer runway necklace
By KJL
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed KJL KENNETH JAY LANE
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 38
...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
9ct Gold Antique Locket & Chain
Located in London, GB
Antique Early 20th Century
9ct Gold Locket
and 9ct Gold Chain.
Locket Fully hallmarked ( Date Letter Faded)
Chain has a 9c Plaque.
Length of chain - 20" Inches
Thickness of Links ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Liberty Head Coin Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb coin chain necklace. Featuring a U.S. $10 coin, the front with the Liberty Head, reverse with an eagle, accented by round diamonds, suspende...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Hollycraft Egyptian Revival Statement Costume Jewelry Necklace, circa 1960s
By Hollycraft
Located in McKinney, TX
- 30" chain
- Pendant measures 1.75" x 2.5"
- Gold tone
- Resin accent
- Signed Hollycraft
- Circa 1960s
- Good vintage condition
Category
1960s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces
18ct 750 Gold Luxury 26.5 " Necklace by Unoaerre
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Italian Vintage Necklace
Weight Long Luxuriously smooth timeless Chain / Necklace
Double layered "S" Link
That curls and uncurls very easily - please see video
Chain...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Vintage gold tone poured glass designer chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with poured glass
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
36" Onyx Swarovski Crystal Gold Bezel Station Necklace by Swarovski, 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 36" length
- Gold plated
- Faceted, bezel set black Swarovski crystals
- By Swarovski (signed with swan hangtag)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent v...
Category
1980s Austrian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Vintage Gold Crystal Embellished Chain Collar 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Crystal Chain Necklace. Featuring a gold plated double flattened curb chain with bezel set crystal accents. In very good vintage condition, approx. 44.5cm. A stunning capsule necklace...
Category
1990s Chain Necklaces
Betony Vernon "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace Bracelet Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
The "Ben Wa Chain" Necklace was first designed by Betony Vernon in 1995 using lost wax elements and various sizes of rolo' chains in Sterling Silver 925. The timeless BV signature je...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage LIZ CLAIBORNE gold tone red enamel station long designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone with rhinestones and enamel
• vintage designer brooch
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of w...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
18ct 750 Vintage Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Vintage Gold 27.5" Chain
Dated 1910 - 1930s
Fully Hallmarked Makers SHC
by Birmingham Assay Office
Early 20th Century
Chain weighs 15.2 grammes
Length 27.5 Inches
Thickn...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antique 9 Carat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful 9ct yellow gold necklace has fancy chain links. It is fastened using a barrel clasp.
Length: 44.5cm
Chain Width: 3mm
Weight: 8.6g
Category
Early 1900s British Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
CoCo Chanel 1950s Renaissance Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Early CoCo Chanel sautoir fabricated by Robert Goossens of Renaissance inspiration, composed of deep ruby pate de verre beads flanked by rondelles of crystal brilliants and small faux pearls. There are gilt filigree lantern...
Category
1950s French Renaissance Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Vintage Christian Dior Chunky Curb Chain Necklace, 1980s
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Christian Dior textured curb chain necklace in gold plate. This necklace features chunky links with a unique diamond-patterned textu...
Category
1980s German Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Retro 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold.
This long gold chain features a mesh of twisted gold wires and a spring-ring clasp.
Length : 80 cm approximately, width : 3,7 mm approximately.
Tota...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian platinum natural pearls diamonds long necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique Belle Epoque long necklace in platinum and gold with diamonds and natural pearls
A platinum and 18k (750°/°°) gold sautoir consisting of a chain set with 110 old-cut diamond...
Category
1910s French Edwardian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier New York 18ct Yellow Gold Nautical Anchor Link Long Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage gold anchor link chain by Cartier, c.1970. This long chain is formed of a continuous 32" length of uniform rounded anchor links crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
18ct yellow gol...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold 10mm Hematite Bead Collar 16.5 Inches Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A striking and bold creation from the late 1980s, this Bvlgari "Ganico" necklace is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold and features 10mm high polished hematite beads. Weighing an i...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Menlo Park, CA
A testament to Verdura's iconic craftmanship, this piece combines refined artistry with modern grace. Coco Chanel's specialty ~ they were fast friends and designed for years together...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Gianni Versace 1990s gold tone matinee necklace
Located in Nottingham, GB
This Gianni Versace necklace has a matinee style which falls perfectly on your chest making it a statement piece on any outfit. The necklace features a omega ball style chain with di...
Category
1990s Italian Chain Necklaces
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Trace Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain
9ct Yellow Gold- Stamped on bolt ring
Circa 1910
Measures approx:
Length 17 1/4 Inches
Width 2mm
Weight 5.9g
Perfect addition for our yellow gold pendants!...
Category
Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Betony Vernon "Body Chain Necklace" Necklace Sterling Silver 925 in Stock
Located in Rome, IT
The "Body Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1996. The chain mail parure is the masterpiece of a total edition of only two "Body Chai...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Rare Gilded Heart Chain Link Statement Necklace/Belt By Edouard Rambaud, 1990s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Extremely rare, hard-to-find style
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s
- 36" total length, can be adjusted down using clasp along chain length
- Go...
Category
1990s French Modern Chain Necklaces
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.