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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: Early 1900s
Vintage 1980s Chain Necklace - 18 Carat Gold Plated Vintage Deadstock
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Chunky Chain Necklace
Super versatile and contemporary chunky curb link chain necklace.
This necklace is a deadstock item, made in the 1980s but remained packaged up and unworn. This 14.5" necklace is in mint, unworn condition.
All our pieces are guaranteed to arrive as described and gorgeously packaged with care.
FOUND by Jagged Metal...
Category
1980s British Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
36" Onyx Swarovski Crystal Gold Bezel Station Necklace by Swarovski, 1980s
By Swarovski
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 36" length
- Gold plated
- Faceted, bezel set black Swarovski crystals
- By Swarovski (signed with swan hangtag)
- Circa 1980s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent v...
Category
1980s Austrian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Vintage Christian Dior Chunky Curb Chain Necklace, 1980s
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Christian Dior textured curb chain necklace in gold plate. This necklace features chunky links with a unique diamond-patterned textu...
Category
1980s German Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Lavender Jade Lotus Frog Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.5" x 1.25"
Stone: Lavender Jade
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Width: 1.1 mm
Chain Type: cable
Stamped: "14K"
Total...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black Opal Platinum Diamond Pendant 4.13 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Black Opal Platinum Diamond Necklace boasts 4.13 Carats. I had a nice matching ring but unfortunately that is long gone but this is still her...
Category
1990s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Opal, Platinum
Vintage 9k yellow gold trace chain necklace, dainty
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fine dainty vintage 9ct gold trace chain such as this is the perfect accompaniment to your favourite small lockets, pendants and charms.
It is a fine fancy trace link in a rich ye...
Category
Late 20th Century British Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ming's Hawaii Bird of Paradise Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.10" x 0.80"
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Width: 1.1 mm
Chain Type: Link
Stamped: "14K" "Mings"
Total Weight: 4....
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Givenchy long link chain necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Givenchy long link chain necklace.
Made in Circa 1990's
Dimensions:
Weight: 58.2 grams
Length x width: 61 x 1 cm
Condition: Pre-owned, very...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Pale Green Blue Jade Buddah Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 2.3" x 1.4"
Stone: Jade
Chain Length: 20"
Chain Width: 1.2 mm
Chain Type: wheat
Stamped: "14KT"
Total Weight: ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Long Gold Plated Curb Link Chain Necklace circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior gold plated curb link chain necklace, with ornate detail. Measuring length 77.8 cm / 30.6 inches. There is some wear to the gold plating.
This is a beautiful and styl...
Category
1980s German Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Round Jade Disc Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.5" x 1.5"
Stone: Green Jade
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Width: 1.2 mm
Chain Type: box
Stamped: "14KT"
Total Weig...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Michelle René Gold Plated Three Strand Rope and Serpentine Necklace circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Michelle René lovely gold plated three strand necklace, featuring a serpentine chain and two rope chains. Measuring length approximately 40 cm / 15.75 inches. The necklace is in very...
Category
1980s English Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Silver Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver necklace. Very versatile and classic!
Length: 41cm
Chain Width: 6mm
Weight: 25.4g
Category
1980s British Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Chanel sautoir / necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with colored glass pearls. Jewelry from the 1970s.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 195 cm
CB262
Category
1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces
Ming's Hawaii Bird on a Plum Oval Pierced Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.75" x 1.00"
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Width: 1.6 mm
Chain Type: Curb
Stamped: "14K" "Mings"
Total Weight: 6.3 Gra...
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Long Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Chain, finely crafted in 18k yellow gold weighing 31.2 DWT with a length 38 inch. Circa 1980's.
Category
1980s Unknown Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Bubbe Necklace 14 Karat Gold Grandmother Jewelry Jewish Name Plate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage 'Bubbe" necklace (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
The necklace measures 18 inches in length and sits nicely below the nape of the ne...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Swarovski Deco Style Gold Plate Black Enamel Pave Rhinestone Spiga Chain
By Swarovski
Located in Sausalito, CA
Add a touch of glamour to your outfit with this vintage Swarovski choker necklace from the 1980s. The necklace features a black enamel and gold pavé rhinestone bar pendant on a gold ...
Category
1980s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Erwin Pearl 1980s Gold Tone Chain Necklace, a timeless piece that combines classic elegance with a bold and contemporary twist. Crafted with precision and attention t...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Christian Dior vintage bud/flower necklace.
Located in Romford, GB
Here for you is this splendid vintage rose bud flower necklace by Christian Dior.
It's a very unusual piece, and I've not seen another like this.
With its beautiful purple enamel a...
Category
1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Chanel golden necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Two-row golden metal necklace from the 1980s.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length: 42 cm
CB251
Category
1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
French Vintage Green necklace with malachite balls set in gild-metal
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Very Beautiful French necklace with malachite balls set in gold-plated metal. Clasp or screw closure.
Vintage French fine jewelry necklace from the 70s, in very good condition for i...
Category
1970s French Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, Gilt Metal
BVLGARI Vintage gold, diamonds and sapphire cabochon necklace
By Bulgari
Located in PARIS, FR
18Kt (750°/°°) yellow gold necklace featuring a gourmette chain and a pendant with a 2.55-carat (8.3 x 6.7 x 4.2 mm) royal-blue cabochon sapphire set in a gadrooned amphora. Open fro...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, vintage 7.80 carat lapis lazuli, pearl and 18k yellow gold chain necklace; part of our diverse collection of vintage necklaces.
This exceptional...
Category
1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Marine Link Chain 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Vintage 18k Yellow and White Link Chain
39.8 grams 18 inches Long , Each Link is 5mm width.
The chain has a Yellow Gold Look as there are 2 Yellow Gold Link and one White Lin...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Designer Men’s 5mm Fancy Mariner Link Chain Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Designer Men’s 5mm Fancy Mariner Link Chain Necklace 14k Gold. The chain weights 25.3g and measures 18.5 inches in length. Marked Tissor (designer) Made in Italy.
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier 18ct Gold 'Paperclip' Long Chain Necklace 1977
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
18ct yellow gold 'Paperclip' long chain necklace by Cartier, 1977. The chain is formed of uniform stylised oval links, with a tongue and box clasp fastening.
Maker
Cartier
Period
197...
Category
Late 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Edwardian Silver Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar and Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This delightful silver chain holds a fob set with bloodstone and carnelian. The chain has a dog clip at each and and the chain is made up of knotted and trombone links.
Length: 42....
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Box Chain Necklace, 14k White Gold Spring Ring Clasp
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped
Chain Style: Box
Chain: length 16", width 1/16" (0.8mm)
Closure Type: Spring Ring Clasp
Total Weight: 1.9 Gr...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Italian 18k Yellow Gold Polished Wide Panther Link Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible necklace was crafted in Italy from solid 18k yellow gold and features a wide panther link design with a nice high-polished finish throughout. The chain measures 17.75...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Gold-Tone Bow-Pendant Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Dior gold-tone rhinestone-detailing bow-pendant necklace featuring bow pendant, heart charm, rhinestone detailing, signature CD logo charm, adjustable fit, rope chain, lobster claw f...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Chanel Vintage Iconic Gripoix Cross Pendant Stamped, 1970
By Chanel
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Vintage 1970es CHANEL Gripoix Iconic Cross Pendant.
The items is truly massive with Chanel Cross Red and Green Gripoix Glass cabochons. The chain is really long and has a Chanel sign on the lock. It is a real fashion statement that is hard to deny. The iconic Chanel brand needs no introduction. The pendant demands attention and a certain outfit but it will never grow out of style. It is said to be the last collection while Coco was still ruling the business.
This cross jewelry...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Open Link Wide Collar Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Let this bold sterling silver collar necklace lead when accessorizing your look. This fantastic retro find can uplift wardrobe basics to greatness when p...
Category
1980s Mexican Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
David Yurman Oval Round Link Toggle Chain Necklace, 18K YG Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in McLeansville, NC
This David Yurman oval round link toggle chain necklace is a luxurious and elegant piece that will add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Made with 18K yellow gold and sterling...
Category
1990s Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Ruby Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 12.9 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.55 ct.
The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity.
Totally is ruby 0.75 ct.
Total lenght is chain 44....
Category
1980s European Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Graduated Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Graduated Twisted Rope Link Gold Chain Necklace composed of 18k yellow. With a twisted rope style link that is wider at the front and thinner ...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22ct Gold 20.75" Chain 13.35 grams
Located in London, GB
22ct 916 Gold Chain
Length 20.75 Inches
Thickness 3mm (millimeters)
Weight 13.35 grams
Please note - Chain is without a clasp.
Fully Hallmarked by Lon...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 22k Gold
Christian Dior Gold-Tone Heart Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Dior rhinestone-embellished heart-charm necklace featuring heart charm, white and red rhinestone embellishment, small logo charm, thin chain, adjustable fit, spring-ring fastening.
L...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Antique 15KT Yellow Gold Chain with 14K Gold Diamond Slide
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This antique chain dates from the early-1900s. The chain is 15K yellow gold, that can appear as green-gold in color depending on the lighting. The double rolo chain links measure approximately 4.3mm wide. The full length of the chain measures approximately 38” long and features a 14KT yellow gold slide that moves smoothly and stays in place to adjust the drop of the chain. The chain does not open; it fits over the head. The slide features five rose-cut diamonds and black enamel detailing and measures approximately 1.25" long x 1" wide x .25" deep. The bottom of the chain has a dog clip clasp, which is ideal to attach a pendant or charm. The necklace weighs 56.1 grams. Why we love it: We love the details throughout this unique antique necklace...
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 18ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, British Hallmarked, C-1900
Located in London, GB
Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 18 carat rose gold, British Hallmarked, for that era each link has been hallmarked by the Assay office.
Albert watch chain was named a...
Category
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Yellow Gold Rope Length Serpentine Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Serpentine Chain Necklace. The old-style chain is 2.5mm wide and rope length 33". Stamped near the clasp is 14KT MADE IN ITALY. The total gold weight of this nec...
Category
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Two-Color Gold Chain, Converts to Necklace and Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s two-color gold figaro link chain, convertible to a shorter necklace and a bracelet, in 18k white and yellow gold. Van Cleef & Arpels, France. #B4313R2.
Total length: 35", b...
Category
1970s French Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt Gold and Diamond Link Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Presenting a stunning 18kt Gold and Diamond Link Chain Necklace from the 1990s.
Hallmarked with 18kt. gold mark.
Dimensions -
Length x width: 47 x 1.5 cm
Weight: 4.00 grams in to...
Category
1990s European Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Buccellati Textured Oval Link Chain Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Buccellati, this chain necklace can be worn long or doubled up.
♦ Designer: Buccellati
♦ Metal: 18kt yellow gold
♦ Length: 32 inches
♦ Weight: 34.8grams
♦ Packaging: Pampillon...
Category
1990s Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
14kt Yellow Gold Herringbone Chain, 20 Inches, Italian Made, 5.2mm, Milor, 11 gr
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
14kt Yellow Gold Herringbone Chain, 20 Inches, Italian Made, 5.2mm Wide, Milor. This Italian-made 14kt yellow gold herringbone chain is an exquisite piece of jewelry that exudes eleg...
Category
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Woven Panther Link & Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Truly a statement piece, this solid 14K yellow gold necklace will turn heads on any occasion. This substantial necklace featured a wide woven panther link stationed with three bars ...
Category
1990s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 2.18Ct Ruby and 2.30Ct Diamond 9k White Gold Necklace Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.18 carat ruby and 2.30 carat diamond, 18 karat and 9 karat white gold necklace; part of our diverse vintage ruby jewellery collections.
This fine and impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 9k white gold, with a 18k white gold chain.
The pierced decorated pendant is ornamented with a feature 2.18ct pear faceted cut ruby, four-claw set in relief.
The feature ruby features a paralleling border of six individually claw set baguette cut diamonds in a splayed formation, continuing to seven claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, completing the cluster design.
The feature cluster suspends from an articulating array of four diamonds, to an articulated linear formation of twelve individually four claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds.
The diamond setting conjoins with an impressive 18k white gold flat chain, securing to the reverse with a push fit catch and bearing the added security of a hinged safety clasp.
This stunning ruby and diamond necklace is hallmarked to the tongue of the fastening with the 18k fineness gold mark 750 and has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 karat gold and 18 karat gold.
This impressive necklace is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone.
Condition
This impressive gemstone cluster pendant is excellent quality, set with an impressive ruby displaying fine color, brilliance and presence.
The well color matched, very high color graded diamonds displaying a fine white color and brilliance.
The necklace is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with a clear hallmark to the clasp tongue.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning vintage ruby and diamond necklace...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
18K Yellow and White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant w/ Handmade 18k YG Chain
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous necklace features a 18k yellow and white gold diamond cross pendant on a unique 18k yellow gold handmade chain. This necklace carries a beautiful rope design that can be seen in the pendant as well as the handmade chain. This unique look is provided by the series of 18k yellow gold rope over the 18k white gold and diamonds. This unique design is also found in the handmade chain to look like rope connected by individual ropes. Not only does this provide a unique look to the necklace, but it also embodies a deeper meaning for those who want to display their faith.
18K Yellow and White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant w/ Handmade 18k YG Chain...
Category
1980s American Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci Link Design Necklace In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Gucci Link Design Necklace In Yellow Gold
Discover the timeless elegance of our Gold Fashion Necklace, meticulously crafted in 14kt yellow gold. Th...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Link Necklace with Stylized Buttons and Loop Motifs
Located in Arnhem, NL
A 14 karat yellow gold fantasy link necklace, with stylized buttons loop motifs. The necklace was manufactured in the late 20th century in the Netherlands.
The necklace does not ha...
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & co by Elsa Perreti Open Heart Silver Sterling Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Tiffany & co x Elsa Perreti silver sterling Open Heart-pendant necklace featuring polished finish, heart pendant, engraved logo, cable-link chain, spring-ring fastening.
Length 16.1...
Category
1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces
Christian Dior Gold Metal Small CD Logo Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage Christian Dior gold metal chain necklace with small round CD logo pendant. Lobster closure. Small CD charm at the end of the necklace. Chain length: about 16 inches - 40.6 cm...
Category
1990s German Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Logo Necklace
Located in Dubai, DU
Indulge in luxury with our Vintage Christian Dior Logo Necklace. Crafted with intricate detail and adorned with the renowned Dior logo, th...
Category
1990s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces
David Yurman Sterling Silver 18K Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Wheat Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
David Yurman wheat chain necklace finely crafted in sterling silver featuring with 68 round brilliant cut pave set diamonds on each end set...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Chanel Necklace / Sautoir in Gold-Plated Metal, 1995
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Sautoir in gold-plated metal interlaced with black leather with round golden medallions representing the star signs. Fall-Win...
Category
1990s French Chain Necklaces
Victorian 9 Carat Albert Chain, Hallmarked, 1908
Located in London, GB
This unique Albert chain is hallmarked 1908. A rare piece of history this piece is crafted from 9 carat rose gold and features a shield pendant hanging at the neck. Each link of the ...
Category
Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold
Byzantine 3mm Necklace In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Byzantine 3mm Necklace In Yellow Gold
Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of our Byzantine 3mm Necklace, masterfully created in 14k yellow gold. This luxurious necklace, with its ...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold 19.8" Chain
Bright Yellow Gold
Circa 1990s
Thickness 1.5 mm millimeters
Stamped with Italian marks 750 & province marks
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k 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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