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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Modern CZ on Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a new CZ on gold chain necklace. This necklace has heavy gold plated 0.75 x 0.5 large chain decorated with CZ on the sides of the links. Looks very 80s modern style. See our ...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass
David Yurman Lapis Lazuli Necklace 20" 6 mm Sterling Silver Estate
By David Yurman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic David Yurman Lapis Lazuli Necklace 20" 6 mm Sterling Silver Estate DY581
Retail: $989.00
This elegant Authentic David Yurman Lapis Lazul...
Category
1990s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Vintage Tiffany Co Necklace. Elsa Peretti Diamond by the Yard Solitaire 1P
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Tiffany and Co. 18k Yellow Gold and diamond necklace
Elsa Peretti Single diamond "Diamonds by the Yard"
Details:
16in length
2.5mm Diamond bezel set
Please ask for additional pict...
Category
1990s Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Givenchy Vintage Brass Chain and Turquoise Glass Medallion Link Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in North Miami, FL
This substantial and heavy brass and glass gold link french signed " Paris New York Givenchy" necklace has beautiful cut faceted glass and unusual links. The turquoise glass faceted ...
Category
1980s French Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Brass
Return to Tiffany Sterling Silver Heart Tag Pendant & Dog Tag Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver heart tag necklace.
By Tiffany & Co.
In sterling silver.
With a heart shaped pendant reads "Please Return to Tiffany & Co. / New York / M80560" suspended on a dog tag chain.
Simply a wonderful piece from the classic Return to Tiffany line...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Diamond necklace
Located in Tel Aviv - Jaffa, IL
Diamond necklace
Material: White and Yellow Gold (18K)
Set Stones: Combination of White Diamonds and Fancy Diamonds
White Diamonds: 9.75 Carats
Fancy Diamonds: 34.48 Carats
Stone ...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace is a timeless expression of elegance and luxury, meticulously crafted from 18kt yellow gold. Designed with Cartier’s signature refinement, this...
Category
20th Century French Artisan Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Unisex 14kt White Gold 17 Inch long Chain 1.6 mm, Italian , 3.8 gm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Unisex 14kt White Gold 17 Inch long Chain 1.6 mm, Italian , 3.8 gm
18 Inches long Necklace
Lobster Clasp
Weight of the Necklace is 3.8Grams
Made in Italy , stamped
Please l...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
Cleopatra Swiss 24K Gold Bar Necklace With18k Yellow Gold Bezel and Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Swiss Gold Bar Weight: 2.5 grams
Swiss Gold Bar Metal: 24K (999,9)
Chain and Bezel Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 7.2 Grams
Necklace Length: 18"
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Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Dangling Necklace Blue Amethyst & Pearls Dangle Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Dangling Pearls and Amethyst Necklace
14k Yellow Gold
Length 16’ Inch
Natural Amethyst blue-ish tone color approx. 8.0 mm drops
Fresh Water Grey Pearl approx. 3.0 mm
Dangle ...
Category
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Albert chain, dates to the 1880s and features a rare trombone linked design in 18 carat yellow gold. Weighing 54 grams this beautiful example of an Albert chain is 17....
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Virgin Mary Ruby Opal Medal Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Opal Medal Virgin Mary Chain Necklace
Designer: J Dauphin
14k Gold Plated Brass Medal and Gold Filled Chain 28"
Symbols or medals can become a powerfu...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass
Judith Ripka 18KW Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Judith Ripka, this necklace is beautifully crafted and will last the test of time!
A great everyday piece to add to anyone's jewelry collection.
Solid 18 karat white gold.
8mm cable chain alternates smooth and textured links.
Smaller diamond heart pendant...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond Pendant Necklace Triangle
Located in Cleveland, OH
The Diamond Formation Triangle Pendant Necklace holds a conflict-free 3mm diamond at the center of its beveled surface. Paired with a delicate 1mm Italian made chain in 16”. This pen...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
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
Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace With Decorative Orbs
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic and has gorgeous ornate orbs.
Length: 140cm
Chain Width: 3mm
Orb Diameter: 7mm
Weight: 27.8g
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage station necklace is crafted in 14k yellow gold and features a series of sleek geometric links spaced along a delicate chain. The ...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo Round Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold
Length: 18.00 inches
Width: 6.00 mm
Weight: 42.20 grams
One 18K yellow gold oval round rolo link chain. The metal was tested and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15ct Yellow Gold Fancy Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1890
Fancy Link Belcher Chain with Barrel Clasp
Measures Approx Length 18 1/2 Inches & Width 2.4mm
Weight 12.1g
All of our items are e...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Tahitian Pearl Diamond Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 18k White Gold
Total Weight: 18.9 Grams
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Type: Franco
Pendant Diameter Including Bail: ~1.70" x 1.12"
Stamped: "...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Trifari 1930s Philippe YellowGold HeavyChain Tassel Sautoir Textural Demi Parure
Located in Chicago, IL
Signed "Trifari" with a crown and without a post-1955 U.S.-copyright symbol on all three matching pieces, this likely late-1930s highly-textured yellow-gold-plated demi-parure was designed by American Trifari's French-born head designer Alfred Philippe after he had honed his fine-jewelry craftsmanship while creating luxury parures for Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels. The set features a heavy tasseled eight-strand chain sautoir necklace and earrings with dropped fluted-ball pendants,
With French-style signed clip fastening, the contrasting-texture two-inch-long earrings each have two twisted fluted round beads in different sizes, with the larger one capped at both ends with additional shapes and textures.
On the necklace, this textural contrast is amplified with the inclusion of many chains. The decorative chain caps and...
Category
1930s American Baroque Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona Design Collection, Hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 17.7 inch-44cm long link chain necklace.
Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and f...
Category
2010s Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise with Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This necklace was created with up to 24mm Chinese turquoise beads and Tibetan hand made beads with turquoise, enamel and metal including a 28mm...
Category
2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
12.85 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace 14 Karat White Gold 16''
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Beautiful quality tennis necklace, round-brilliant cut white diamonds clean and excellent shine!
Carat Weight: 12.85 cts
14k solid white gold
Style: Classic four-prong style for max...
Category
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
NO RESERVE! - AAA 63.03cttw Multi Color Pear Sapphire 14K White Gold Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Sapphire Stone:
Weight: 63.03 ct / 79 pieces
Color: Multiple Colors
Shape: Pear Mixed
Metal weight: 29.24 gr.
Item ships from Israeli Diamond...
Category
2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 3.05ct Vivid Red Ruby & 1.10ct Brilliant Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This wonderful piece is a new- vintage and has never been worn. This beautiful piece is crafted in Thailand using 18K solid white gold. The piece is adorned with 6 gorgeous natural o...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
NWT $13, 500 Rare Important 18KT Gold Ruby Diamond White Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Important Radiant 18KT Gold Rare Fancy Ruby White Diamond Gorgeous Adjustable Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Fancy Rubies interlocking wit...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona Design Collection, Hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold link chain necklace.
Dimension : L 17.32 in X W 0.36 in - L 44 cm X W 9.2 mm - Weight 20.7 gr
Alex Jona jew...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Suzy Levian 0.10 Carat White Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Letter Initial Necklace, P
By Suzy Levian
Located in Great Neck, NY
This breathtaking personalized Suzy Levian letter necklace features natural diamonds, hand-set in 14-Karat yellow gold. It's the perfect individualized gift to let someone special kn...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Sapphire necklace in 18 k gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
A sapphire necklace crafted in 18-karat gold, featuring stunning sapphires with a total carat weight of 23.25 ct. The necklace showcases various cuts, including round, oval, and prin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian 15ct Gold Albert Chain, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian era, this traditional albert chain necklace has been crafted from rare 15 carat yellow gold. Featuring a T bar on the drop and a plate on the stating Ste...
Category
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Rare Magnificent New York City Estate Faceted Crystal Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Magnificent Faceted Crystal Sterling Silver Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Fancy Faceted Crystals with a Sterling Silver Clasp. This Gorge...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Sterling Silver
Vintage Circa 1980s Diamond Cut Heavy Oval Link Chain 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 9 carat yellow gold, this luxurious vintage chain, circa 1980s, features oval cable links and is finished with a bolt ring clasp. Her name is The Bindi Chain. She is perfec...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gilt & Black Enamel Bib Necklace by Swarovksi, 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 17" length
- 4.25" wide bib area
- Gold plated
- Black enamel
- Swarovski crystal details
- Fold over clasp closure
- By Swarovski (signed with swan logo on v...
Category
1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
One-Off Raw Stone ColourfulCluster Choker Necklace by the Artist
Located in Engelberg, CH
"Wende" ... is a necklace with a cluster of colourful and raw gems! Sheila started out creating her first jewels with only raw stones, and today she has created a whole collection ar...
Category
2010s Swiss Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Multi-gemstone, Crystal, Amethyst, Amazonite, Yellow Gold, Gold-...
Vintage 9ct Rose Gold Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Belcher Chain
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1970
Weight 12.7g
Length 22 3/4 Inch
Width 3mm
All of our items are either Antique, Vintage or Prelov...
Category
Late 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold flat oval link necklace.
Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their speci...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Joan of Arc White Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Joan of Arc White Diamond J Dauphin
Two White Diamonds Set in Gold Prong on Medal Coin Pendant Joan Of Arc in Bronze and a Silver Virgin Mary Figuri...
Category
2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze
Miami Cuban Chain 14K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Wide Link Curb Chain
Located in Austin, TX
Miami Cuban chain, or Curb chain, necklace made in 14k yellow gold. This necklace is the hottest chain necklace in today's fashion! Big, gold jewelry is back and better than ever! Ad...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 8.3 Gm, Link Chain, 3.56 mm Necklace, 22" Long
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 8.3 Gm, Link Chain, 3.56 mm Necklace, 22" Long
Weight of the Necklace is 8.3 Grams
Solid Diamond-cut Yellow Chain with Clasp. The diamond cut yellow g...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SeidenGang Greek Diamond Heart Long Lariat 18 Karat Yellow Gold 56.4 Grams 38"
By SeidenGang
Located in New York, NY
Signed SeidenGang, this long lariat features a Greek woman surrounded by 30 round brilliants weighing approximately 0.40 carats in 18 karat yellow gold. Two heart shape adornments on...
Category
2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold 15.1 Gm, Link Chain, 2.4 mm Necklace, 24.5" Long
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold 15.1 Gm, Link Chain, 2.4 mm Necklace, 24.5" Long
Curb links are a classic! This Italian-made necklace exudes effortless style, as 2.4mm curb links adorn...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Annamaria Cammilli "Dune" Link Necklace with Diamonds in 18 Karat Orange Gold
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Essential collection, Dune collar necklace handcrafted in 18 karat Apricot Orange gold. Twenty four brilliant white diamonds at 1.29 carat total weight. Thi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
A P P R O X T I M E
All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is about 6 - 10 business days....
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Long solid heavy gold French cable chain in 18k yellow gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Long heavy cable chain in 18 karat gold cable chain. Large, solid gold cable chain, measuring 60 cm. Its thickness allows it to be worn with heavy pendants. Vintage chain, circa 1980...
Category
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine Jet and Faux Pearl Sautoir Necklace
Located in Riverdale, NY
Goossens for Chanel Byzantine sautoir necklace of eight stations of textured and twisted woven snake chain, small and large round jet pate de verre beads...
Category
1960s French Byzantine Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona Design Collection, finely hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold link necklace.
Alex Jona jewels stand out, not onl...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 7.4 Gm, Link Chain, 3.22 mm Necklace, 18.5" Long
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold 7.4 Gm, Link Chain, 3.22 mm Necklace, 18.5" Long
Curb links are a classic! This Italian-made necklace exudes effortless style, as 3.22mm curb links ador...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Santos de Cartier Gold Necklace 18"
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Santos de Cartier Gold Chain Necklace 18"
-Material: 18k Yellow Gold
-Thickness: 5mm
-Weight: 29.6 Grams
Est. Retail: $11,500
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Catena in Oro Giallo e Bianco 18kt Barakà – L’Eleganza della Forza
By Barakà
Located in Guidizzolo, IT
Un’icona di stile maschile, questa catena Barakà in oro giallo e bianco 18kt è un perfetto connubio tra robustezza e raffinatezza. Progettata per l’uomo che apprezza i dettagli e la ...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Capri 14K White Gold Pendant with Orange, Yellow & Green Sapphires
Located in Greeneville, TN
Make a bold yet elegant statement with our Capri 14K White Gold Pendant, featuring a vibrant array of orange, yellow, and green sapphires beautifully accented by sparkling round diam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Green Sapphire, White Gold
Natural 3.40 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Tennis Necklace 10k White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
Elevate your jewelry collection with the exquisite Natural 3.40 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Tennis Necklace in 10k White Gold. This stunning piece of fine jewelry showcases the...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold
Padlock Customizable Paperclip Chain with Locket, Yellow Gold, Love Locket
Located in Austin, TX
Latest 2021 Fine Jewelry Design: Paperclip chains meet personalization! This paperclip chain and charm design allows you to completely customize a look that fits YOU perfectly. The c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Graduated U Link Chain Necklace 19" - 18k Stirrup
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold
Chain Style: Graduated U Link
Necklace Style: Chain
Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp
Measurements
Length: 19"
Front Width: 19/32" (14.3mm)
Back Wid...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Mesh Gold Bib Scarf Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Signed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
46 1/2 inches long
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
High Quality Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Miami Cuban Link Chain 24" in
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elevate your style with this luxurious solid 14k yellow gold Miami Cuban link chain, expertly crafted and generously set with natural diamonds for maximum brilliance and bold presenc...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver Infinity Station Chain Necklace w Pearl Accents
By David Yurman
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In a generous 44 inch length, this versatile David Yurman Infinity Chain Necklace will quickly become a wardrobe staple. The DY 2.7 mm sterling silver small box chain hosts a myriad ...
Category
2010s American Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Necklace in 18K Rose Gold
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An impossible to find Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Necklace! This necklace features 120 round brilliant Diamonds, DEF color, and VVS clarity with a total weight of 4.83 carat...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose 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.