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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Revival
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

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Couture Late1920s ChanelRousseletStyle PearlescentPendants SilverChain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring 12 large patinated pearlescent charms distinctly handcrafted by Parisian Louis Rousselet--the master glass-and-metal-ornament parurier for French couture fashion houses since 1920--this heavy silver chain necklace is made in the unique chunky style of Coco Chanel that she introduced in the 1920s. Capping Rousselet's signature Art-Deco-period handmade beads, his intricate multi-texture metal caps for these balls resemble organic shapes like the stems of acorns and fruit. In a bib arrangement, the duotone reflective spheres--in black glass, blue-gray enameled galalith, and silver metal--draw attention to the bust of the wearer. Aside from chain jewelry commissioned by Chanel, Rousselet-style jewelry was usually constructed with thin wires or braided string to enable his beads to attract the most attention. Notably, this necklace fastens with an enlarged spring-ring clasp that became associated with increasingly heavy Chanel costume jewelry. Like 1920s Chanel jewelry by Rousselet, the necklace is both unmarked for French origin and unsigned. In subsequent decades, variations of chunky-charm chain necklaces were reproduced by Chanel with her other paruriers using different materials in which they specialized, such as a similar Chanel-signed piece in the 1960s by bronze-maker Maison Denez...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Gilt Metal, Silver

STATEMENT Paris - Art Deco Necklace Mini My Way Diamonds & Silver 0.56 Carat
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace Mini My Way in rhodium plated sterling silver paved with 102 brilliant cut diamonds, quality G-VS, totaling 0,56 carat, with a chain in sterling silver. Chain length : 45 cm...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rhodium, Silver

2.80 Karat White Diamond Royal Blue Enamel White Gold Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind piece, pure, timeless, Art Deco style. The hand enameled Royal Blue cabochon meets the extra white of top quality brilliant cut diamond: 2.80Kt (D-E, VVs1) White Diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Braccio Solid 14k Yellow Gold Men's Chain Necklace 50.9 Grams
Located in Vernon Hills, IL
This stunning men's chain necklace is made of solid 14k yellow gold. The necklace weighs 50.9grams and measures 22". The piece features a durable lobster clasp. B-3615
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2010s North American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

NO RESERVE - 5.02ct Fancy Diamond & 0.70cttw Halo, 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Cushion Brilliant Carat: 5.02 tcw Color: Fancy Light (AA) Grey greenish Yellow Clarity: SI3...
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An elegant Art Deco chain necklace set with diamonds and modelled in platinum. Each diamond is sat in a delicate circle of platinum. The diamonds total...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 22ct Gold Pendant with 9ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Antique Necklace Consists of stunning pearl 22ct gold pendant The central arc swings freely on a 9ct gold antique Chain the chain has a...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Russian Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, 9k Gold

18K Gold 0.14 Carat Diamond Minimalist Evil Eye Protection Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
The beautiful little Evil Eye pendant is made from 18k solid gold adorned with natural white round cut diamonds. This necklace is designed to protect the wearer from the negativity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Egyptian Revival Chain Necklaces

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

White Gold and Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Art Deco white gold necklace set with 32 graduating old cut diamonds (app. 10 carats in total), circa 1920, French. diameter diamonds: 2.6...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Classic Baguette-Cut White Diamond 14k White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Necklace. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Necklace. The 14K White Gold jewelry boasts with Natural Baguette-cut white ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Chinese Gilt Sterling Silver Rock Crystal Choker Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Vintage handmade /hand faceted Art Deco Chinese export Gilt Sterling Silver Rock Crystal Choker Necklace with filigree tongue and box clasp . Very well made piece with beautiful det...
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1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

IGI Certifiled 1.57Carat Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing our stunning necklace that is sure to captivate anyone's attention. The centerpiece of this necklace features 4 pie cut diamonds that come together to form a round diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Vivid Green 1.87ct Emerald Diamond Chain Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald chain necklace in 14K gold studded with marquise and round cut emerald gemstones with diamonds. Lightweight and gorgeous, this is a great bridesmaid, wedding gift for anyone ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Rope Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Antique Rope Chain Length 21.25" Inches Thickness 3mm millimeters Weight 14.2 grammes Fully Hallmarked Makers initials M J - Date Letter c "191...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Emerald & Pearl Tassel Chain Necklace with Diamonds Made in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:22.238g, Diamond:4.93ct, Emerald:32.68ct, Pearl:94.97ct, Size:889
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Stephen Russell Diamond Long Chain Set in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This Stephen Russell Diamond and Platinum Chain is set with 324 Round Diamonds with a total weight of 76.15 ct; The length is 102”. The foca...
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2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Lapis Lazuli 18k Yellow Gold Art Deco Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Art deco Necklace from 1950 made of yellow gold, decorated with 5 lapis lazuli balls and 5 more made of gold wit 9.35mm on a box type...
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1950s European Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

A & Furst. 18K Amethyst Chain
Located in New York, NY
Natural precious stones and precious metals handcrafted in Italy give life to unique and distinctive jewels. The colored stones take center stage in very dynamic designs that reflec...
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

9ct Gold Vintage Tassel 17" Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Tassel Necklace Vintage . Excellent condition - beautiful Necklace Fully Hallmarked Necklace Chain Length = 17" Inches plus tassel drop of 5.5 cm Total Weight 5.66 gram...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Gold

14k Gold Snowflake Diamond Pendant Christmas Charm Winter Necklace
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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

Art Deco Platinum Handmade Necklace Chain 18.8 Gram 1920s Possibly Japan
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Art Deco Platinum Handmade Necklace Chain possibly Japan 1920s Length 21 Inch Measurements Longer links 13mm by 2mm thick, Smaller 3 mm round Metal Platinum, tested at 90% Weig...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

14k Gold 0.14 Carat Diamond Minimalist Evil Eye Protection Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
The beautiful little Evil Eye pendant is made from 14k solid gold adorned with natural white round cut diamonds. This necklace is designed to protect the wearer from the negativity a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Egyptian Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Intricate Link / Watch Fob Chain
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Intricate Link / Watch Fob Chain. This beautiful chain is crafted in 14K white gold and has...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Snowflake Diamond Pendant Christmas Charm Winter Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Snowflake Diamond Pendant is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Gold Necklace showcasing 31 Brilliant Round Cut, Natural and eth...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Paper Clip Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Paper Clip Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way 3.00CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Prong set, 8.00 gram L:16" ...
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2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Snake Link and Tassel Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of snake like link chain and fastens using a bolt clip. At the centre of the chain is a gold knot and then a tassel ...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Rare Etruscan Revival 18K Gold Locket Necklace attr. Eugene Fontenay, Paris 1870
Located in New York, NY
Large, stunning granulated antique French Etruscan Revival locket with the original, equally spectacular large chain. The oval locket exquisitely decorated with a technique known as granulation, where a tiny gold bead is individually applied to a surface to form a geometric pattern. Done entirely by hand and requiring a master goldsmith, this technique is thought to have originated in Sumer approximately 5000 years ago. The Etruscans mastered the process in the first millennium B.C and closely guarded its secret, becoming celebrated for creating some of the most beautiful and technically advanced gold jewelry ever made. Condition: This piece is in very good condition retaining the original interior crystal, the hinges work very well and are precisely calibrated to stay open in place when desired. The back of the locket shows normal wear with just the slightest waviness. The chain is in excellent condition. Composed as a pendant locket on its original chain, the oval gold links reeded on the interior and applied chain link on the exterior, the oval locket decorated with twisted wirework circles and fine applied granulation patterns, suspended from a long bale with quatrefoil granulation. Hinged on the side, opening to reveal a hinged glass panel for a personal memento. French assay mark and maker's mark partially obscured Confident attribution to Fontenay based on partial hallmark and similar published examples. References: Wartski for gold enamelled locket on chain necklace, sold archives; DSF for gold enamelled locket pendant of similar workmanship and design. Fontenay pieces retaining the original chain which may be worn on its own are rare and desirable. Eugene Fontenay...
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19th Century French Etruscan Revival Antique Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This necklace features 2.13 carat rose cut diamond and 1.34 carat round diamond. Necklace is set in 18 karat white gold. The chain length is 17 inch. Length of Chain 20 inch Rose cu...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Deco Platinum Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Deco Platinum charm necklace holds 5 unique Platinum charms: A Horse with rider, an Elephant, a Hobo, A carriage, and a windmill with rotating veins. There are Diamonds and gemstones on these charms. This comes out of Austria and is in perfect condition. The weight of this necklace is 16.2 grams. This has been converted to a necklace from a bracelet. Deco Platinum Charms were once on bracelets that dangled, now a days, for working women...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Charm Piece Unique 18k Yellow Gold Rose Quartz Purple Color Flower Pendant
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini "Scarlet" Collection, Charm handcrafted in 18K Yellow Coin Flower shape Necklace with Purple Rose Quartz like Jade Color and Tsavorite Leaves Deco Style Pendant. Bea...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Quartz, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold Geometric design 24" Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold 24" Chain Condition - Like new A Beautiful Rare Geometric 3D Link design Full British Hallmarks Goldsmiths RJ Circa 1990 Length - 24" ( Inches ) Thickness - 2 mm (mi...
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Late 20th Century British Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Bakelite and Lucite Long Necklace Sunny Yellow and Orange Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful extra-long Bakelite and Lucite necklace. Assorted beads in various carved shapes: round, tomato, and oval, some with carving, and some with a pattern. Mix and match bright s...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

18k Solid Gold Diamond Celtic Knot Pendant Necklace Minimalist Diamond Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful little Celtic Knot Pendant is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold adorned with natur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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

14k Solid Gold Diamond Celtic Knot Pendant Necklace Minimalist Diamond Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful little Celtic Knot Pendant is made of 14k solid gold adorned with natural white round cut diamonds. Available in three colors of gold: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Pearl Carved Jade Platinum Serpent Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a lavalier or "Y" style necklace centering a tapered rectangular carved jade pendant station. Measuring 31.5 x 52.5 mm - translucent light to medium green with tan and wh...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Baroque Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace 18ct Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Kendal, GB
A fabulous Lavaliere necklace from the early 20th Century featuring a wonderful pear-shaped pendant set with an irregular shaped Baroque Pearl haloed with twinkling Rose cut Diamonds...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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

Carved Shell Cameo Necklace With Multi Colored Diamonds Made In 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18K:17.84g, Diamond:2.3ct, Shell Cameo:25.35ct Size: 559 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Triangle Shaped Black Onyx Collar Necklace with Pave Diamonds in Zig Zag Shape
Located in New York, NY
"18K:2.41g, Diamond:9.47ct, Silver:52.826g, Black Onyx:9ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver

Certified 7.55 Carat No Heat Mozambique Ruby Pendant
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A rare triangular no heat, 7.55 Carat Mozambique Ruby, set with VS quality White Diamonds and black onyx to give it the art deco era look. A ruby of this cut, color and clarity are r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hand Crafted 14 Karat Gold Twisted Wire Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar 16IN
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Part of our signature chain collection, the Olivia Necklace resembles the modern paperclip chain but with a twist. Literally. Crafted entirely by hand, our links are made in the trad...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold

7 Translucent Vintage German Glass Beads edged with 24K gold Art Deco Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
7 Translucent Vintage German beads edged with 24K gold, on 18K gold-filled chain. *Beads may vary. This photo is a representation. However, if you have a request please feel to let...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire 18 Carat White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An elegant Art Deco chain necklace set with diamonds and sapphires and modelled in 18carat white gold. Each diamond is sat in a delicate circle of whit...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

14ct 585 Gold Early Vintage Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold 20" Vintage Box Chain Stamped 585 - makers SP Era 1940s Has beautiful strong clasp stamped 585 Sku : B445308
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Gold

18k White Gold Men's Sapphire Emerald Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold men's sapphire and emerald cut diamond necklace 36 inches shop with confidence incredible necklace comes with appraisal
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2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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

Emerald Silver Chain Pendant Necklace Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Silver Chain Pendant Necklace Choker J Dauphin Made with 3 Emeralds J DAUPHIN "Life Line" Made in Silver covered with Emeralds J Daup...
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2010s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Carved Shell Cameo Matinee Necklace with Diamonds Made in 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18K:9.13g, Diamond:0.99ct, SHELL CAMEO:6.25ct Size: 508 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.56 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Natural Emerald Necklace is crafted in 14-karat Yellow gold and features a 0.56 carat 1 Pc Natural Emerald, 20 Pcs Round White ...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1850s Filigree Granulation Locket Pendant 14k Gold American
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Rare Sample of Antique Etruscan revival circa 1850s Locket Pendent( 1 inch wide and 2 inch long), 25 inch original Victorian hand made chain, all tested close...
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1850s American Etruscan Revival Antique Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

9ct White Gold Woven Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct White Gold Beautiful Trio Strand woven design necklace Weight and very noticeable. Full British Hallmarks
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Late 20th Century British Egyptian Revival Chain Necklaces

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White Gold

Ct 0.50 Diamonds and Yellow Gold Deco Style Charm and Necklace
Located in Cattolica, IT
Art Decò inspired necklace is made in 18 Kt yellow gold weighing in total gr. 21.55. The charm is embellished with six bigger diamonds ( Ct 0.50 circa ) and other smaller ones all ov...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Revive 12.20 Ctw. Old European Cut Diamonds by the Yard
Located in New York, NY
Every woman needs a diamonds by the yard necklace, and here's the Revive version of the classic. Old European cut diamonds, 12.20 carats of them, throw so much sparkle and we love th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Intricate Link Chain
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Intricate Link Chain - 14 inches. This gorgeous chain features a beautiful pattern of hand made links and can be worn as a double wrapped br...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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White Gold

0.3 Ct White Diamond 18 K White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Territet, CH
Trendy and versatile : this authentic Art Deco inspired 18 K White Gold Chain Necklace features 2 round cut diamonds and 6 baguette cut ...
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Blue Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, behold the exquisite "Deco" Sautoir By the Yard necklace. Crafted in 18 karats White Gold, this precious piece is truly a work of ...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold White Diamonds Sugar Loaf Green Agate Design Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.045 white Diamonds Green Agate Design Chain Necklace Pendant. Two white Diamonds bezel are located on the cha...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Agate, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Pear Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace with Chain in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Blue sapphire Necklace in 18K Gold studded with Pear cut sapphires. Accessorize your look with this elegant sapphire chain necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Etruscan Granulation Chain Link Necklace by Mon Pilar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Inspired by the 5,000-year-old technique of granulation and the sandy shores of the greek isles, this handcrafted chain link necklace is as unique as it is stunning. With a seamless ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Etruscan Revival Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k 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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