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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Vintage Unisex 18 Karat Yellow Gold chain Necklace, SOHO, Italian 17", 4.2 GM
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Unisex 18 Karat Yellow Gold chain Necklace, ,SOHO, Italian 17", 4.2 GM
1.4 MM wide
17 Inches long Necklace
Beautiful chain necklace
Weight of the Necklace is 4.2 Grams
wi...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Lariat Diamond Cross Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / Yellow Gold / White Gold.
This modern minimalis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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,...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces
Materials
24k Gold
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Figaro Toggle Link 16" Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Figaro Toggle Link Necklace is a stunning example of timeless elegance and bold sophistication. Crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this 16-inch neck...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Figaro Chain Men's Necklace 22" - 10k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold
Chain Style: Diamond Cut Figaro
Necklace Style: Chain
Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp
Measurements
Length: 22"
Width: 7/32" (5.2mm)
Weight: 15.8...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Chorale Necklace, Layered Gold Vermeil Multi Chain by Ashley Childs
Located in Bozeman, MT
Fine, 14kt yellow gold vermeil chain drapes 16 to 21 inches. Necklace length: 18 Inches
Materials: spring ring clasp, artist tag, stamped Ashley Childs...
Category
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil
14k Gold Genuine Emerald Clover Necklace Tiny Clover Birthstone Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Emerald Clover Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold.
Beautiful little mi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Dior Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Rose Bagatelle Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Christian Dior Diamond 18ct White Gold Small Rose Bagatelle Necklace
Product Details
Xupes Ref: COMJ856
Brand: Christian Dior
Model: Rose Bagatelle Necklace
Type: Necklace
Age: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
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. ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Lapis Scarab Beetle Pendant with Woven Chain in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 148.1 Grams
Chain Length: 18" braided round chain
Chain Width: 3.6 mm
Pendant Measurement: 2.35" x 1.60" (The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pierre Cardin Lion Head Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Cardin large and lmposing Mod lion head pendant necklace. Of brushed silver plate base metal, the chain necklace of silver plate steel.
Exc...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate, Stainless Steel, Base Metal
French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Convict Mesh Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks.
This important vintage rose gold chain features a convict link that ends with a spring ring. A safety chain, al...
Category
1960s French Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Minimalist Amethyst Diamond Charm Chain Necklace Gift for Her in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Minimalist Amethyst Diamond Charm Chain Necklace Gift for Her in 14K Gold studded with heart cut amethyst and diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual loo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Athena Ancient Silver Coin Medallion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver coin from Heraclea, Lucania dating circa 350 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with rose-cut diamonds.
...
Category
2010s Italian Classical Greek Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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
Handcrafted Emerald Ruby Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold For Mom
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted Emerald Ruby Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear and oval cut emerald, ruby and sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual loo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Turtle Charm Necklace Lucky Turtle Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Turtle Charm Necklace in 14k Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold.
Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in three colors. Natural genuine round cut diamond each...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace Diamond Solitaire Layering Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold.
Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 14K Gold Two-Tone Men’s Fancy 5.65mm Chain High-End Design
Located in Miami, FL
Elevate your style with this stunning vintage chain from the 1980s, a true testament to Italian luxury craftsmanship. Made from 14-karat gold, this high-end design exudes sophisticat...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
NWT 18KT Gold $50, 000 Fancy Glittering 8.50CT Flower Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Multi Flower Diamond Strand Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Glittering Diamonds in a strand with L...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
A 1960s Golden Mesh Italian Necklace Accessory
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This vintage versatile accessory is crafted from a shimmering gold mesh material, consisting of small, interlinked metallic discs that create a fluid, draped design. The necklace han...
Category
1960s Italian Egyptian Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces
Berca Geometrical Link Shaped Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless Geometrical Long Chain Necklace composed by ovals alternated with rectangular and rhombus shaped links to create an harmonious, elegant, balanced movement(35.43inch...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Etruscan Revival Portuguese Cannetille 19.2K Gold & Turquoise Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
A superb Portuguese necklace with incredible cannetille gold work in 19.2 karats. The necklace has a luxurious design of heavy woven gold that glow...
Category
20th Century Portuguese Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9ct Albert Chain, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
This Albert chain, dates back to the Victorian era. It features graduating links crafted from 9 carat rose gold and weighs 26.6 grams. Each gold link is individually hallmarked, and ...
Category
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
1990's Vintage Chanel Gold Sautoir Green Gripoix Necklace
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel long gold sautoir with nine decorative gripoix element in green with malachite effect. Spring1995 collection. Comes with original box.
Category
1990s Chain Necklaces
18k Gold Dainty Pave Diamond V Necklace Modern Minimalist Valentine Gift
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Chevron Necklace with Natural Diamond made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold.
This modern minimalist necklace is a pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Heavy 24K Yellow Gold Engraved Chain Link Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vintage yellow gold lovers dream! At nearly 5 ounces of pure gold, this stunning statement showcases a timeless design matched with an incredibly detailed artisanal craftsmanship. ...
Category
1980s Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k solid gold Retro popcorn chain - Italian 1960's necklace - 63.5 cm - 25 inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this 18 k gold retro necklace. This Necklace necklace checks of all the characteristics of the typical retro jewelry, no or a small number ...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
14k Gold Snowflake Diamond Pendant Christmas Charm Winter Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Snowflake Diamond Pendant is made of 14K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold.
Gold Necklace showcasing 31 Brilliant Round Cut, Natural and eth...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Honolulu, HI
This Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold features a round brilliant cut diamond D-F in color, VS in clarity weighing approx. 0.20 carats. The necklace is in 18k white gold and comes on a 14" cable Hermes link chain...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
14k Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Baguette Bar Necklace, Thank You Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Emerald Baguette Bar Necklace in 14K Gold studded with baguette cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit.
Emerald enhanc...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Diamond Star Necklace Star of David Necklace Open Star Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Agrafe 16.5 Inch Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Agrafe Necklace is a stunning example of Maison Cartier's unparalleled artistry and timeless design. Crafted in 18k yellow gold (750/000), this necklace embodies sophisti...
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold 0.75mm Classic Box Chain Necklace. Unisex Chain - Size 22 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite masterpiece crafted with precision and elegance - a Solid 14K Yellow Gold 0.75mm Classic Box Chain Necklace. This unisex chain, meticulously designed in 14K ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Novo Dangly Pearl and Amethyst Green Leaf Enamel Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 5.5 Grams
Chain Length: 15"
Pendant Drops: 1.6"
Amethyst Count: 1 pear shaped and one round (2 total)
Round...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" long Albert watch link chain necklace.
Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 18 3/4 Trace Link Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Trace Link Chain
15ct Yellow Gold Tested
Circa 1900
This beautiful Victorian trace link chain is crafted from 15ct gold and features a bolt ring clasp. The chain dates bac...
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
TRIFARI signed gold tone chunky chain designer necklace
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• signed TRIFARI
• gold tone
• vintage designer necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
Sku 41
❤️❤️ VINTA...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Vintage 14k Gold and Blue Topaz Bezel Set Station Necklace Chain
Located in New York, NY
This retro vintage 14k gold necklace is elegant and unusual. Each bezel and prong set light blue topaz is divided by a gold bar creating an u...
Category
20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
0.79 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This chain necklace has 13 Natural Round Cut Diamonds that weigh 0.79 carats. The clarity and color of the necklace are SI-F.
The approximate weight of this necklace is 4.2 grams an...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Chain 27.5 Inches Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
**Cartier Santos Dumont 18K Yellow Gold Classic Necklace**
Elevate your style with the Cartier Santos Dumont Classic Necklace, a timeless piece inspired by Cartier's legendary des...
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 24.68 Carat Amethyst and 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Circa 1830
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 24.68 carat amethyst and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive...
Category
1830s Unknown Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Miami Cuban Link Chain in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
-14k Yellow Gold
-Length: 22”
-Weight: 270gr
-Width: 0.5”
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
14k Yellow Gold Wheat Chain Diamond Clasp Necklace by Series of Eleven
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
**This style is discounted because the chain length is retired as an option - last piece in stock.
Inspired by lineage jewelry and the sentimental gesture of gifting timeless fine jewelry, Series of Eleven...
Category
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Solid Gold Diamond Necklace Cancer Zodiac Sign Birth Sign Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Givenchy Gold + Amber Chainlink Vintage Long GG Logo 70s Necklace or Belt
By Givenchy
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1970s GIVENCHY amber and gold long chain necklace or belt ! Features GG clasp closure. Looks great as a long necklace or wrapped around as a choker. Can also be wor...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Red Translucent Square x Pearl Geometric Chain Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The necklace is composed of German Vintage Glass Beads that are edged with 24K gold. It is incorporated with freshwater pearls set in a rectangular geometric frame with an 18-inch go...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Archimede Seguso 1950/60s Grey/Blue Glass Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lovely glass chain necklace by Archimede Seguso of Italy. Chain links are hand formed of two C shape glass pieces. The necklace is 29 inches long and .75 of an inch wide.
Unusual rou...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Brass
J. Birnbach 14.26 Carat Total Assorted Fancy Color Diamond Riviera Necklace
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary 18K yellow gold tennis necklace is a celebration of color, craftsmanship, and rarity. Featuring 14.26 carats of assorted fancy color round brilliant diamonds—inclu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Curb Link 2 Piece Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This magnificently crafted 18K yellow gold two piece necklace is comprised of one 18 inch length, connected by a hidden clasp, to one 16 inch choker. The choker has one white gold link that is pave set with assorted diamonds weighing an approximate total of 1.50ct. The diamonds are of overall F/G color and VS1 clarity. The 18 inch length is made up of twenty four links, and the choker length is made up of twenty one links. Each of the combined forty two links measure 1 1/8 inches long by 7/8 inches wide. Each necklace has an invisible clasp...
Category
Late 20th Century German Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
90-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 2 Carats Each F-G-H Color VS Clarity A
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 90-carat diamond tennis necklace is a breathtaking creation of extraordinary craftsmanship and grandeur. Featuring 45 meticulously matched 2-carat diamonds, each stone is carefu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Miami Cuban Chain, 47.30 Grams, Brand New
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautifully crafted Miami Cuban link chain in 14 karat yellow gold. The necklace has a stunning high polish finish and is equipped with box clasp with two additiona figure 8 side cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Celine Phoebe Philo Gold Medallion Long Chain Necklace
By Celine
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Medallion long chain necklace. As seen on mannequin, the chain is very long. When locked, the length is 58 cm. But there are 2 loops for sizing. Can be styled multiple ways (double l...
Category
2010s Chain Necklaces
Givenchy 1976TheMet Signed GG Logo GiltBarPendant SnakeChain TwoTone Choker
By Givenchy
Located in Chicago, IL
From the same 1976 collection by Hubert de Givenchy (1927-2018) as this metallic necklace, TheMet acquired a similar design (accession 1984.598.41). Without the rhinestones of the mu...
Category
1970s American Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal, Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Miami Cuban Chain, 66.30 Grams, Brand New
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautifully crafted Miami Cuban link chain in 14 karat yellow gold. The necklace has a stunning high polish finish and is equipped with box clasp with two additiona figure 8 side cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Miami Cuban Chain 27.60 Grams, Brand New
Located in Honolulu, HI
Beautifully crafted Miami Cuban link chain in 14 karat yellow gold. The necklace has a stunning high polish finish and is equipped with box clasp with two additiona figure 8 side cla...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k 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.