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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 19th Century
Vintage Donna Karan Logo Charm Chain 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A spectacular and rare late 1980s - 1990s Vintage Donna Karan Logo Charm Chain. The scale and detail in this glorious designer piece reminiscent of the runway, this one warrants arch...
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1990s Chain Necklaces

Retro Gold 26 Carat Oval Gem Stone 88 Grams Necklace & Bracelet Set, circa 1980
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent Retro 14k Yellow Gold Necklace & Bracelet SET. The piece is set with 26 carats (approximate) of oval citrine, amethyst, and peridots. Circa 1980. The Necklace is 24" inc...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Tabbah Coral Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Joseph Tabbah Materials: 18 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 72.4 grams Measurement: 39" x 5/8" Gemstones: Coral Hallmarks: Tabbah, 750 A gorgeous Tabbah coral bead and 18k g...
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic plain rope chain made with 14K Yellow Gold. 47 grams in weight and 30 inches in length. Style available in different price ranges. Prices are based on your selection. Ple...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel necklace by R. Goossens with pearls, 183 cm lang gold plated, 1970/80s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A great very long vintage Chanel Sautoir made by Robert Goossens Paris with crem colored faux pearls (made by Gripoix), gold balls filled with l...
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1970s French Artist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Buccellati Reversible Long Gold Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
Long 18 karat gold chain necklace by Buccellati with a different finish on either side. One side is gloss and the other has a lightly textured finish made of extremely fine straight ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Rope Chain 21 Karat Solid Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3mm Rope Chain 21 Karat Solid Gold 24 Inch The chain weights 17.7 grams and has a rare lobster lock for closure.
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Buglari 18 Carat Gold and Diamond Long Sautoir Necklace, circa 1990s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful gold and diamond long sautoir necklace by Bulgari c.1990s, the 32” necklace formed of fifty three uniform chunky round discs in 18ct yellow gold, joined by short chain li...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Seventies Diamond Pave Heart on Heavy Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Swiss. This stylish necklace features 5.0 carats of fine white diamonds pave-set in a white gold heart. Perfect for bold everyday fashion, the look is pop art seven...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Heart Dropper Necklace Aquamarine Garnet Pearl 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique Victorian dropper necklace from the late 19th Century adorned with fifteen droppers adorned with alternating blue oval cut aquam...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Compass Vitreous Enamel & Diamond Pendant 18kt Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Exquisite and rare vitreous blue enamel pendant in 18KT yellow gold accompanied by a center diamond 1.8mm. Pendant is unisex. GRAM WEIGHT (pendant only): 2.20gr GOLD: 18KT yellow go...
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19th Century Thai Contemporary Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Able & Zimmerman Signed 18k Double Sided Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage German Able & Zimmerman signed 18K double sided necklace, circa 1980. This large link chain necklace is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, signed by Ab...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jadeite Resin Curved Horn Pendant Statement Necklace By Kenneth Jay Lane, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 33" twisted rope chain with hook clasp - 4" pendant drop - Gold plated - Faux jadeite marbled light...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Pear Shaped Diamond Halo Pendant in 18k White Gold with Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K White Gold Necklace Weight: 6 grams Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.15 carats ​ ​Turquoise Diameter: 4.24 mm Chain Length: 18" Clasp: Lobster Pendant M...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Twisted Bar Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
Vintage Hand Hammered Sterling Silver Twisted Bar Link Chain, circa 1960’s Circa the 1960’s, this sterling silver twisted bar link chain has a look that is sleek and organic—making ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage 9 Carat Yellow, Rose and White Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful vintage textured 9ct gold collar is flat and sits beautifully. It is fastened using a simple sliding clasp. Length: 41.2cm Chain Width...
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1980s British Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant and 18 Carat Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Pendant & 18ct Gold 15.5" Chain Circa 1990 Chain Length 15.5 Inches ( choker Length )( xs small size- womens) Chain weight 3.26 gramme Chain has Italian pro...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

1980s Vintage CHANEL Gold Toned Cambon Short Chain Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage CHANEL short chain necklace is crafted of sturdy gold toned chain centered a Byzantine CC coin charm. Measures approximately 42 cm C...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

9 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold 16" Necklace Beautiful Yellow Gold Fully Hallmarked Fully Hallmarked - Goldsmiths AL d Weight Chain - links are solid Chain Length 16 Inches ( 3.5mm )Thickness Luxuriou...
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Chanel 80s Gripoix Pearl & Gold Sautoir Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s gripoix pearl and gold chain sautoir necklace . Can be worn single or double. Minor wear on pearls. Comes with original box.
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

1980s Cyclope Paris Chain Toggle Necklace with Hammered Pendant, Signed
Located in McKinney, TX
- 18" length - 1.6" pendant diameter - Silver tone - Toggle clasp - Made in Paris, France - By Cyclope Paris - Signed on back of pendant - Excellent vint...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

9ct Gold Antique Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold antique Chain Fully hallmarked Crown 375 London lion head and letter C Dated 1898 Length 21 Inches Thickness 3mm Sku : B443600
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

18K Gold Italian Vintage Curb and Infinity Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 18k gold chain has a great presence on the neck. Its long length allows it to be worn once or twice to create a stylish layered look alone or paired with other chains. ...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Natural Coral Necklace Red Coral Bead Necklace Touch Skin 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare natural undyed coral beads made in 14KT yellow gold yard necklace. The coral beads touch the skin and many cultures it is believed that coral has tre...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chanel Massive 5 Row Chain Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Vintage Chanel massive gold-toned necklace with 5 row chain. Specifications: Top Chain Length 16 inches, Bottom Chain 22 inches, Chain Width 2 inches
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Oval Link Necklace
Located in Princeton, NJ
Vintage 18K yellow gold 34 inch oval link necklace. The necklace has a box clasp and a textured finish. The necklace weighs 186dwt., circa 1970s.
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1970s Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Fancy Link Italian Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold fancy link chain consists of elongated bisected oval links, sandwiched between sections of box link chain. The shape adds texture and reflects the light, making for a v...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Stand Scroll Link Vintage Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as three strands of scroll link chain. Featuring a high polish finish. Completed by large spring clasp closure. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold. With maker's mark. Circa: 1980...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22k Gold Jean Mahie Figural Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Designer: Jean Mahie Materials: 22 karat Yellow Gold Weight: 208.2 grams Measurement: Pendant - 2.5/8" x 3" Chain - 22" x 1/4" Hallmarks: Jean Mahie 903 A rare 22k gold figural pendant...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Chanel 80s Necklace/Belt Quilted Gold
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s quilted belt, can be worn as a necklace. Excellent condition, comes with original pouch or box .
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

An 18 Carat Gold Vintage Long Chain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat long chain with infinity links. weight: 68.45 grams length: 87 cm
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1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Sapphire Necklace 14K Gold by Grosse Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Sapphire Necklace 14K Gold by Grosse Vintage This tremendous Vintage necklace, Sapphire necklace, Diamond necklace is made by Grosse company, G...
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Link Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chain is comprised of oval shaped links. Centering a smaller oval and gold bead. Alternating with oval shaped cable chain. Completed by large spring clasp closure. Stamped with Frenc...
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1840s French Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Givenchy Long Herringbone Chain Necklace with Logo Clasp, 1980s
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...
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1980s Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Italian Textured Barrel Bead Chain, 14K White Gold, Length 18.25 Inch
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold Italian textured barrel bead chain. This thin pendant chain features small elongated barrel beads with a textured finish and...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Goldette Etruscan Revival Chain Costume Statement Necklace, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- 19" length - 8.5" drop - Gold and silver tone - Four strand chain - Clasp closure - Unsigned, but attributed to Goldette - circa 1970s - Made in New York CONDITION: Excellent vint...
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1970s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Givenchy Long Gold Link Chain Necklace with Oversized Logo Clasp
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! High Quality Vintage Givenchy Mid-Century Modern Unique Designer Gold tone Open Chain Link Necklace with fabulous oversized Logo Clasp. Measuring approx. 26". More ...
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Diamond Necklace by the Yard Station Necklace 14k White Gold 1.18 Cts
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Necklace by the Yard Station Necklace 14K White Gold 1.18 cts 20" Long This pretty estate necklace is finely crafted in Italy in solid 14K White Gold. 10 bezel set round bri...
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Late 20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Judith Ripka 18K Rose Gold, Smoky Quartz and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique Judith Ripka creation is crafted in a very bold hue of 18K rose gold, with each and every surface highly detailed and finished. Eight bezel set oval faceted smoky quartz stones...
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Late 20th Century American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Star Link Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Star Link Chain beautiful detailed chunky chain The item comes without the box in the photos but will be presented in a gift...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Mings Hawaii Pearl and Leaf Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold with Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: Ming's Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Pearls: Akoya Pearls Total Weight: 8.5 Grams Chain Length: 18" Chain Style: chain link Stamped: "Mings" "14K" Conditio...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Flower Necklace Estate Silver 27" Long Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed estate Tiffany & Co flower necklace, crafted in sterling silver. The Paloma Picasso designed necklace features five flower stations. Measuring 27 inche...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Round Italian 14K Yellow Gold Flexible Neck Chain
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This stylish, round, 14K yellow gold necklace is not only very beautiful, but it's constructed in the fashion of the very best items coming from Italian craftsmen. Each individual li...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

18k Gold Link Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this classic to your jewelry collection! There's no going wrong with a basic gold chain that will last you a lifetime. Pair with a pendant or layer with other necklaces to create a dramatic look. It features a 14 inch length, a beautiful Gucci-style link, and a clasp closure. Style with a Yves Saint Laurent blouse, some Chanel earrings, and a Louis Vuitton handbag...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
This long 18 karat gold necklace is made of three different links. Largest is a figure eight that measures 1/4" wide. On either side of that are smaller round links with tiny round b...
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Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

9ct Gold Slip over Chain
Located in London, GB
Beautifully Chic Chain Slip Over 30" Large link Necklace Fully Hallmarked by J&F ? Dated 1976 London import Bright Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Yellow Gold Articulated Chain
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated High Polish Chain Measuring 1.7mm Wide & 16 Inches Long. Lobster Clasp Closure. Finished Weight Is 10.5 Grams.
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Robert Lee Morris Gilded Arrowhead Fringe Casual Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Created in 1983, the key form in this piece is a flat but hammered arrowhead shaped drop. The sensual way the many flat and glistening fringe pieces overlap and shimmy back and forth makes this a very fun necklace. Hanging from a gutsy chain this gold plated brass necklace has an adjustable length due to the hook clasp. The inspiration for this necklace is somewhere between the overlapping of roof tiles and shaggy hair. It is a sexy piece due to its free form movement, very linky-lanky. There is a large body of jewelry created by Robert Lee Morris called Casual Gold. They are made by rearranging the many RLM vocabulary components into new and interesting configurations. All necklaces...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Assorted Size Ring Bead Links Long Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a gorgeous authentic necklace from Tiffany & Co. Crafted from 18k yellow gold with a fine polished finish featuring assorted open ring l...
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Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

British 1890 Rare Liberty Art and Craft Geometric Necklace 18kt Gold Coral Cameo
Located in Miami, FL
British art & craft necklace in the manner of Archibald Knox. Beautiful and handsome piece, made in the United Kingdom during the early Art Nouveau-Liberty style and the Art & Craft...
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1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chanel Gripoix Long Pearl Beaded Necklace
Located in London, GB
Working alongside Paris' famed jeweller specialising in glass beading, Gripoix Paris, Chanel presents this gold-plated layered necklace. Alternating with elegant faux-pearl detailing...
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Heart Necklace, Heart Toggle Necklace
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage Tiffany and Company sterling silver heart necklace. This classic style necklace features twenty strands of silver cable chain ...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chanel Vintage Pearl and Crystal Opera Length Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Crystal Opera Length Necklace is in beautiful condition form the 1980’s. Baroque pearls are separated by round s...
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1980s European Vintage Chain Necklaces

14k Gold and Amethyst Teardrop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This necklace will be your next go-to piece of jewelry in your collection! You will be reaching for this necklace everyday whether it be getting ready for a date-night or a special event. This is really a super unique find! This necklace is a perfect size and design to take from day to night with a change of an outfit. This beautiful necklace has a delicate design and some highly coveted details like five teardrop amethyst dangling beads. Adding the right jewelry can take an outfit from zero to hero! This necklace is in excellent vintage condition, with minimal tarnishing. The 14k gold composition of this necklace will last you a lifetime and make for a great investment. These necklace will look great with a sleek Yves Saint Laurent black dress, some Chanel heels...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Gold Necklace with Pendant ca 1.00 carat Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition, beautiful Vintage 18 kt white gold necklace with a pendant made of 18 kt bicolour gold, set with 1 sapphire approx. 1.00 ct and 156 brilliant cut diamonds ...
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1980s European Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

1980’s Long Balenciaga Double Chain Gold Tone and ivory Enamel Necklace
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Mint 1980’s Balenciaga triple gold-tone chain- and ivory enameled necklace. The three Gold chains are at varying lengths to give a classic layered look. Multiple enameled panels th...
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1980s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold-filled, Enamel

Vintage Carolee Gold Tone Long Purse Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Carolee Gold Tone Long Purse Necklace Circa 1980s. This looks great doubled or worn one piece against the neck. Right in style today with the ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

22K Gold Enamel Beaded Necklace Red & Green Beads 25" Long
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
22K Gold Enamel Beaded Necklace Red & Green Beads 25" Long This very different estate necklace is finely crafted in solid 22K Yellow Gold. There are eigh...
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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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