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Chain Necklaces For Sale
14k Gold Snake Chain with Diamond Clasp by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Understated and elegant, this 16-inch snake chain is crafted in solid 14k gold and finished with our signature hand-pavé double-sided diamond clasp. Designed with clean lines and flu...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Chunky Chain Necklace Leather Vintage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Gold Plated Black Italian Leather Multi Chunky Chain Necklace . Vintage 2008. This necklace was expertly plated in Paris by the foremost plating specialist, renowned for servici...
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Early 2000s French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

Portuguese 19kt Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Portuguese 19kt Yellow Gold Chain Necklace with a satin finish and relief work is a beautifully crafted and distinctive piece of jewelry. This e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Silver 925 Rock Crystal Finland Mirjam Salminen Kaunis Koru Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Rock Crystal Finland Mirjam Salminen Kaunis Koru Necklace Lahti Finland 1974 Manufactured by K.Salonen Jalometallipaja Chain lenght 39cm Width 4...
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20th Century Finnish Chain Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Simple Strand DBY Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This delicate necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold, weighing approximately 0.11 total carats of SI-H Quality white diamonds. Necklace is 16" Inches. 15 Round Diamonds = 0.1...
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Gold Cross Necklace Diamond Mini Cross Necklace Religious Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Cross Charm Necklace with a natural diamond is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Vintage Pink Tourmaline Sautoir Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
Complementing the quartz are five oval cabochon pink tourmaline stones, with a total weight of approximately 17.5 carats. The tourmaline stones radiate with a soft, pink hue that var...
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1990s Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Please Return to Tiffany & Co. New York Heart Necklace Tiffany Blue Outline
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal: Sterling Silver, AG 925 Chain Length: 16" adjustable to 18" Total Weight: ~6.7 Grams Condition: Preowned, excellent Stampe...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dog Bone Pendant Charm Chain Necklace
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 42cm- 16.5" chain necklace suspending a dog bone charm pendant. To be worn as is or engraved with your dog's...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Circa 1890's Sterling Silver Watch Fob Belcher Chain Necklace
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful and elegant Victorian belcher chain is 17" long and weighs 60 grams of sterling silver. The closure is two interlocking swivel clasp that interlock firmly and the ba...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

18K Gold Diamond Star Necklace Star of David Necklace Open Star Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Star Necklace is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors of golds, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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

8.25 Carat Natural Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold for Mom
Located in New York, NY
8.25 Carat Natural Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with uneven cut tourmaline. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Vintage "Cuban Link" Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Emerald and Diamond Vintage Cuban Link Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Indulge in the allure of timeless elegance with this exquisite Emerald and Diamond Vintage "Cuban Link" Necklace. ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beauvince Graduated Tennis Riviera Necklace (12 ct Diamonds) in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic and elegant everyday or occasional wear with graduating diamond sizes, this Tennis Necklace is a timeless and versatile piece of jewelry. All our necklaces have two locks f...
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

18k Solid Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Delicate Cross Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. 11 round cut diamonds set the shape of the simple and elegant design pendant. The d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Chain Necklaces

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

14k Gold Diamond Starfish Pendant Necklace Ocean Beach Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Starfish Charm Necklace with natural diamond is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorg...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct 750 Gold Vintage 20.5" Chain 5.44 grams
Located in London, GB
Rare Exquisite 18ct 750 Gold Chain Length - 20.5 Inches Thickness 1.5 mm (millimeters) approx. Weight 5.44 grams Stamped " R V L " 750 in an oval and another mark - too small to vi...
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Mid-20th Century European Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Flat Cut Rubelite & Green Tourmaline 18K Rose Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold 85cm long chain necklace, featuring 25.50 carats of flat cut pink Rubelite and green tourmaline. Alex Jona jew...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Gold Diamond Initial Necklace Personalize Initial Pendant letter Charm
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Initial Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. ★★AVAILABLE IN AL...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Rough Aquamarine Carved Crystal Pendant on 22k Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Rough Aquamarine crystal with reverse intaglio filigree vine carving set in a hand-forged 22k yellow gold pendant. Solid 22k yellow gold cable chain necklace is convertible, and can ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

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 ...
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Berca Geometrical Link Shaped Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless Geometrical Long Chain Necklace composed by rectangular shaped links to create an harmonious, elegant, balanced movement(31.49inches, 80cm), 24.66g, 0.87 Troy Ounce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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9k 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

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Gold Plate

Handmade Minimalist Emerald Ruby Drop Chain Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Minimalist Emerald Ruby Drop Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and oval cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

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

18k Gold Baguette Diamond Necklace Minimalist Diamond Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Baguette Diamond Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold: Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. This beautiful minimalist necklace is a terrific way to add...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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

0.30 Carat Diamond Pearl 18kt Yellow Gold Long Chain Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Libre comme l’Or is a long chain in 18kt yellow gold, diamond and pearl. FREE—LIBRE in French—to wear this versatile jewel according to your mood and fancy. FREE like the diamonds an...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Milor 14k Yellow Gold Byzantine Necklace, 17 inches - 36.0g
Located in Providence, RI
Designs by Milor feature the innovative techniques and superb craftsmanship of the best Italian goldsmiths. At the heart of Milor’s collections, gold creations are crafted to embody ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Cable Chain with Diamond Clasp by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Meticulously crafted as a timeless keepsake, this solid 14k gold cable chain is elegantly paired with our signature hand-pavé double-sided diamond clasp. Our bestseller for a reason,...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box Chain Ball Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold 1.1 mm wide Box Chain Ball Necklace 24 Inches Long 1.1 MM wide 24 Inches long Necklace Beautiful box chain necklace with ball stations, There are 12 ball as station...
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Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Authentic Christian DIOR Repurposed Charm Pendant Necklace Logo Gold
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Christian DIOR Repurposed Charm Pendant Necklace Logo Gold Add a touch of luxury to your outfit with this Authentic Christian DIOR Repurposed Charm Pendant Necklace. Craf...
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2010s Unknown Chain Necklaces

14k Solid Gold Diamond Necklace Cancer Zodiac Sign Birth Sign Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful and Sparkly Diamond Cancer Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Nat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous 14 Carat Natural Purple Bicolor Amethyst Long Emerald Cut from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 14.0 Carats Dimensions : 19.3x9.9x10.1 mm Clarity : Eye Clean(SI) Origin : Brazil Color: Purple Shape: Emerald Certificate: On Demand Month: Februar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold

White Star Pendant Choker Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5 Star Pendant Chunky Choker Chain Necklace in 14k Gold Plate with White 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

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Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

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...
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1990s Chain Necklaces

18k yellow gold chunky ball shaped chain necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an 18ct yellow gold chunky ball chain necklace measuring 15.5 inches and weighing 8.0g. The necklace features a ball closure and is crafted from yellow gold with a chain styl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980's Vintage Chanel Gold Chain Necklace with Stones Pearls
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel gold necklace with three chains and elaborate decorative clasp featuring cross with pearls surrounded by oval cut stones, all in abstract shap...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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

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

Citrine and White Pearl 18 Karat Gold Victorian Choker
Located in Berkeley, CA
This choker is hand crafted in 18 Karat gold with deep amber faceted oval citrines suspended from a chain matrix with tiny white seed pearls that accent the granulation throughout. E...
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Early 1800s Indian Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

14k Gold Genuine Ruby Clover Necklace Tiny Clover Birthstone Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Clover Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Beautiful little minimalist necklace is ad...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Mariner Chain with Diamond Clasp by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
Crafted in solid 14k gold, this 16-inch mariner chain is anchored by our signature hand-pavé double-sided diamond clasp. Designed with a nod to nautical heritage, this piece makes a ...
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2010s American Artist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Castlecliff Renaissance Sterling Silver & Sapphire Paste Necklace 1940s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Sterling Silver Vintage Castlecliff Sapphire Paste Necklace inspired by Renaissance jewellery styles. The delicate sterling silver scroll and lea...
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1940s Vintage Chain Necklaces

18k Gold Diamond Star Necklace Minimalist Charm Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Star Necklace is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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

10K Yellow Gold Yellow Diamond Tennis Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 10K Yellow Gold  Length: 20.00 inches Width: 2.50 mm Weight: 25.10 grams 10K Yellow Gold single strand diamond necklace. The metal was tested and dete...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace Diamond Solitaire Layering Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand selected ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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...
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Late 20th Century English Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

24k Gold Vik's Necklace
Located in Plano, TX
-Made to order. -Handmade -24K Gold chain -18K Lobster clasp -Please allow 3-4 weeks for this product to be handcrafted. -Can be made in 16, 18 or 20 inch,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

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24k Gold

1978 Chanel Haute Couture Documented Gold and Seed Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
This rare and documented Chanel seed pearl and gold chain link necklace was designed for the spring/summer 1978 haute couture collection by J. Cazaubon and Y. Dudel. Gabrielle Chane...
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1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Modern 9.25 Carat Emerald Chain Necklace for Women in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Modern 9.25 Carat Emerald Chain Necklace for Women in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut emerald of 9.25 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dre...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Overlapping Chain with Diamond Clasp by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
A delicate interplay of form and texture, this 16-inch overlapping chain is crafted in solid 14k gold and finished with our signature hand-pavé double-sided diamond clasp. Designed t...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Kyme Ancient Silver Coin 18 Karat Citrine Amethyst Topaz Cabochon Medallion
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features authentic silver coin set in 18K gold with citrine, amethyst, swiss topaz, garnet, peridot, sky topaz and rhodolite b...
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Chain Necklaces

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Topaz, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Citrine, Silver, 18k Gold

Rare Guy Vidal Pewter Canadian Modern Brutalist Cave Pod Unisex Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Brutalist pewter alloy necklace created by sculptor and jeweler Guy Vidal of Canada. Pod measures 2.5" by 2.25" by 1.25" and suspends from the original 28" ...
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1960s Canadian Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Brass

French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Convict Mesh Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This chain is made of filed forçat mesh with a spring ring. Length : 61.5 cm approximately, width : 2 mm approximately. Weight : 9...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Herringbone Chain Necklace 23 3/4" 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Herringbone Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Length: 23 3/4" Width: 13/32" (9.8mm) Weight: 71.9 G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Diamond Star Necklace Star of David Necklace Open Star Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Star Necklace is made of 14K solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Lightweight and gorgeous natura...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Striking Pearl and Gilt Czech Collar
Located in New York, NY
Striking, oversized Pearl and Gilt filigreed metal Czech Collar from the 1930's. Hammered finish, hollow glass faux pearls are spaced between gilt filigree beads set on chain. 1930's...
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1930s Czech Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

4.2 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Chain 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 14-karat gold, these exquisite chain is handset with 4.20 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW SPECTRUM JEWELS storefront to view the latest collection & exclusive pieces....
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat and Platinum 6.0 Carats Old Mine Cut Diamond Large Horseshoe
Located in New York, NY
Late Victorian 6.0 Carat Diamond Horseshoe on a Victorian 15k Yellow Gold long chain c.1880s Old Mine Cut Diamonds Statement Necklace
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

50 Carat Green Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
Green emeralds and diamond necklace The graduated series of oval and cushion-shaped emeralds supported by a fringe of brilliant-cut diamonds, the central sapphires weighing 16 9, 9,...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

Opal Inlay Triangle Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 3.7 Grams Stamped: "14K" ​ ​Inlay: Opal Condition: Preowned, excellent
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georges Lenfant 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Chrysoprase & Coral Necklace
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
When it comes to French jewellery there is one name which is exceedingly hot at the moment in the estate jewellery world, Georges Lenfant. This 18 karat yellow gold, chrysoprase and ...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage chain necklaces can make a statement on their own. What’s better than eye-catching chains of yellow gold or subtle silver to accessorize with everything from a designer evening dress to a comfortable sweatshirt?

Personal ornament in general has been around for eons. Ancient Egyptians designed jewelry and wore necklaces, rings and other accessories, and the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber in 1922 had the greatest impact on Art Deco jewelry. When chain necklaces first took on some visibility in ancient civilizations, these items weren’t exactly democratic.

Chain necklaces were accessories that were relegated strictly to royal families and the upper class. In ancient times, pendant necklaces conferred prestige, for example. Wealthy Greeks and Romans opted for gold and silver necklaces that featured ornate pendants and semiprecious stones. By the Renaissance period, the pendant had replaced the brooch as the most worn type of jewelry. Pendant necklaces were commonplace, or pendants were simply strung on long gold chains.

Thankfully, jewelry became more accessible over time. And trends have come and gone, but the popularity of chain necklaces today owes in part to hip-hop culture. Big, chunky gold chains and diamond necklaces were the order of the day in publicity shoots and on album covers for rappers in the early 1980s onward, and a gold chain is still a mainstay in the ever-evolving and broadening hip-hop culture as we know it.

In our modern era, a number of chain-link necklaces are trending, worn alone or layered. The stylish links that have passed the test of time include oval links, paper-clip chains and more. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link.

While it was once key to accessorizing for a formal event, a vintage chain necklace now adds a fresh dynamic to any outfit at any time of day. Find yours on 1stDibs.

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