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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1980s
Arthur King Jewelry 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Diamond Necklace, circa 1970
Located in Austin, TX
Very beautiful and bright 18K yellow gold coral diamond necklace by jewelry designer Arthur King, ca 1970. Necklace has two large nice corals in the gold setting are connected with each other and decorated with 1.8 ctw diamonds and two cabochon turquoises. The heavy chain has a double clasp. Marked on the clasp 18k and Arthur King maker's signature mark. A very rare vintage collectible...
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lawrence Vrba Huge Lux Bee Statement Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
You won't be bugged out by this beautifully crafted piece of artwork! Who knew bugs could be so cute? Lawrence Vrba does it again. Vrba had been making jewelry for over 40 years and ...
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1980s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

2.02 Carat Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. 2.02cts Oval center pink sapphire mounted in an open work 18k rose and white gold frame. The sapphire has a halo of round diamonds with detailed open work wiring of rose gold and then a larger second halo of round diamonds. Hand twisted rose gold...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold

Monet Thick Polished Gold Vermeil Hardware "Double Loop" Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Monet's wonderfully thick polished gold vermeil hardware "Double Loop" chain necklace measures 6/8" in width and 19"-20 1/2" in length, made in USA.
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1980s American Baroque Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces

Pal Kepenyes Kinetic Milagros Necklace in the Brutalist Manner
Located in New Hope, PA
A stunning Milagros kinetic necklace hand made by Pal Kepenyes, a Hungarian Sculptor who worked in Acapulco, Mexico and created jewelry in the Brutalist style. The necklace has many rows of figures and objects as well as a hand made chain...
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1970s Central American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

14k Gold Mesh Necklace with Aquamarine and Amethyst
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Wonderful vintage crafted of 14k yellow gold necklace, about 36 inch long has the look of a mesh chain, but is actually made up of sturdy tiled length...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Sautoir with Costume Pearls and Swarovski Rhinestones, 1984
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with costume pearls and Swarovski rhinestones. 1984 Collection. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Len...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Peter Aylen One of a Kind Indicolite Tourmaline 18k Gold Cats Necklace 155gr.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This in an impressive custom made adorable long necklace by Peter Aylen from the Aylen & Son Company , it is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold with a poli...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Silver Necklace by Noko Etsuko Made 1976
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage silver necklace features a series of interlinked double-ring motifs, creating a structured yet fluid design. Each element consists of a larger outer ring with a subtly e...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

Alexis Lahellec Long Silvered Metal Necklace with Blue Ceramic Decor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French designer, Alexis Lahellec Paris, extra-long necklace features an unusual piece of jewelry with an XXL-long silvered metal chain. The chain necklace boasts silver...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

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

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Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage 18K White Gold Diamonds by the Yard Style Necklace - 3.30CT
Located in San Francisco, CA
I so love this Diamonds by the Yard Style necklace - its a unqiue variation on a classic with tons of sparkle and versitility. This version features the stones of various cuts at the...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18KT Yellow Gold Musical Notes Charm Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage necklace features musical note charms, each set with sparkling diamonds. Crafted in 18KT yellow gold, the necklace showcases a total of 1.00 carat of diamonds w...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Sten and Laine Sterling Silver Big Brutalist Finnish Modernist Necklace, 1975
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sten and Laine Sterling Silver Brutalist Finnish Modernist Necklace 1975 Really big Really nice. Made in Finland. 925 Silver. The jewelery has Finnish silver stamps and also a Swedis...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Henry Green and Brown Talosel Bib Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Henry - Bib necklace composed of green and brown talosel (layered resin) paved with tiger-eye-style cabochons in chartreuse green. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 64 ...
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1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Pal Kepenyes Kinetic Satyr Necklace in the Brutalist Manner
Located in New Hope, PA
Pal Kepenyes has created a hand made and striking image of a horned Satyr with a kinetic beard rendered in brass and bronze in the Brutalist manner. It is suspended frpm a hand made chain...
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1970s Central American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Christian Dior Gold-Tone Medal Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior Gold-tone medal necklace featuring a large center strass medal, a logo fastening, an adjustable fit, spring-ring fastening. Length: 16.54in. (42cm) Circa: 1980s In goo...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Triple Strand "Gold" Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Triple strand link necklace with two balls.
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Kenzo Paris Silvered Metal Necklace with Murano Glass Charms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Kenzo Paris necklace features a heavy silvered metal chain ornate with Murano glass charms. The charm pendants boast a lovely purple-blue color with white contrast embel...
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Sterling Silver Necklace with Cabochon Coral Stones
Located in New York, NY
This vintage sterling silver necklace has 5 coral cabochon round stones with the centre stone being the largest. The necklace is extremely lightweight and easy to wear. It has natura...
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1970s Unknown Native American Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

1980s Velvet Ball Dangle & Gold Star Charm Choker Necklace By Jean Pierre Bibard
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 16" length - Gold tone - Silk cord woven into chain - Chocolate brown velvet accents - Textured star charms - Hook clasp closure - By Jean Pierre Bibard...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Silver Collier by Antti Rahunen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Very cool silver collier by Antti Rahunen, in the form of a rugged chain. Light around the neck, nice to wear. Expressive design that works with both ca...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

Alexis Lahellec Paris Bi-color Metal Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
French jewelry maker Alexis Lahellec designed this stunning charm necklace in the 1980s. This piece features a silver plate rope chain ornate with charm medallions. Each medallion ha...
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage 1980s Textured Gold Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Circa 1980s Made in Italy 39 inches
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Vintage Silver Link Necklace by Göran Kuhlin Made 1971
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage silver necklace features elongated, tapered links with a sculptural, twisted design. Each link is connected by small circular rings, allowing for fluid movement. The pol...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

Christian Dior Gold-Tone Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Christian Dior Gold-tone necklace featuring a thin chain, a center medal with strass beads and faux-pearls a logo fastening. Length: 16.50in. (41cm) Circa: 1980s In good vintage co...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, 59.5cm - 23.4". Spring Ring Clasp.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
18K 750 Yellow Gold Box Link Chain, Spring Ring Clasp, stamped 18K, Italian hallmark Length: 59.5cm – 23.4” Total item's weight: 4.3gr. Italy, circa 1980's
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1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland Finn Feelings
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland Finn feelings. The original fine wooden box is included Made in Finland 925H Silver. (No Stamp) Chain 830 Silver
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1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Mouawad 18k Gold Lapis Lazuli Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Mouawad 18k Gold Lapis Lazuli Chain Necklace. This beautiful 1980s necklace features 8 detailed feet and 8 lapis lazuli beads. Weighing 58.3 grams and 34 inches in length, th...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

1985 Chanel Gold Tone Chain Link Necklace with Gilded Beads
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel gold tone thick chain link necklace from 1985. Six intricately detailed gilded beads on either side. Hook and eye clasp. Hanging oval stamped Chanel brand tag. Can be worn lon...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Gold Plated CC Logo Medallion Chain Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This authentic fabulous vintage Chanel chunky gold plated hammered medallion chain necklace has the interlocking CC's. It is from the 1984. It...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold-filled, Gold Plate

Miriam Haskell Russian Gilt Metal Pendant Necklace c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Miriam Haskell Russian gilt metal pendant necklace c 1970 The heavy gilt metal chain is designed with a circular medallion with intricate braided metal work The matte metal patina ...
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel 4 Strand Textured Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lovely, classic Chanel 4 Strand Textured Gilt Bronze Chain Necklace in gilt bronze from the 1980's. CC Logo fob on back fastener. High quality construction. ...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Bronze, Gilt Metal

18ct Gold Opal Necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Opal Pendant with Matching 18ct Gold Chain . Rare Vintage Design with timeless appeal Pear Shaped Pendant has a swinging central section whi...
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1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Gold

86.2 Gram Solid 14K Yellow Gold Double Infinity Link Chain Necklace, 16.5 inches
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Weighing in at almost 100 grams of solid 14K yellow gold, this necklace is a superb vintage piece. Made of interlocked infinity links, the textured finish draws the eye and creates visual interest. Ideal as a solo statement piece, layered with your favorite pendants and chains, or even to hang your favorite pendants from, this chain is excellent for daily wear or to complete a special occasion outfit. You could even take it to your jeweler and have them add your charm collection on, making it the classiest of charm necklaces! The links each measure 10.3mm wide, and the necklace closes securely with a box tab link, ensuring it can be worn and enjoyed for years to come. On the History of Chains Chains are not only one of the most versatile types of jewelry, but also one of the oldest. Chains and chain necklaces have remained eternally popular since antiquity. In ancient Rome women favored chains to wear around their necks and hips, King Henry VIII of England gifted chains to his favorite courtesans (but kept the best for himself,) and even the 16th century founder of the London Stock Exchange...
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1970s European Vintage Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Mayan Statement Necklace With Caged Gems By Larry Vrba For Castlecliff, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 21" chain with 6" drop - Focal area measures approximately 3" x 5" - Gold plated with caged semiprecious gemsto...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

14K Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Amethyst Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This striking necklace features a vibrant 30.63-carat heart-shaped amethyst set in rich 14K yellow gold. The gemstone’s deep purple hue and masterful faceting radiate elegance, while...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold

Silver Necklace Finland Turku, 1979
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Necklace Finland Turku. 1979 Stone Tiger eye crushed by stone. Probably Turku Hopea OY 830H Silver
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

9ct 375 Gold Brutalist Design Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Brutalist Design Necklace with central single Diamond The exquisite brutalist design bib has two moveable sections eitherside of the central section which holds the str...
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1970s British Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Turquoise and Onyx Beaded Tassel Statement Necklace By Lawrence Vrba, 1970s
By Larwence Vrba
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '70s - 32" gold plated boxy link chain - 4.5" tassel pendant drop - Faux turquoise rectangular resin beads - Faux onyx facete...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland Finn Feelings
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland Finn feelings Really great and eye-catching jewelry. Good as new. Pendant stamped 925H Silver Chain 925 Silver, the chain can be used ...
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1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Givenchy Twist Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Attractive and chunky twist link gilt chain necklace by Givenchy, Paris. Embossed logo clasp. 18" x .75". 1980's France. Excellent condition.
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Monet Loop Panel Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Monet Loop Necklace. A stylish chunky currb chain gives way to an impressive loop design collar front for dramatic effect. Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or n...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche Early Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Rive Gauche gilt and silver gilt articulated snake necklace, composed of hundreds of silver toned caps with a ribbed gold central bead. This style of necklace was ...
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1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Swarovski Drop Necklace Bezel Crystal & Enamel Pendant New, Never Worn
Located in Wallkill, NY
Swarovski Crystal & Enamel Disc Pendant w. Chain. This has Large & small bezel set Crystals alternating with enamel circles, pictures don't show how amazing this necklace is! Hallmar...
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1980s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Crystal, Enamel

Mixed Metal Modernist Snake Chain Choker Necklace By Givenchy, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 15" length - 2.5" x 1" mixed metal focal area - Snake chain - Clasp closure - By Givenchy (signed on verso) - Dated 1977 - Estate acquired - Good vintage con...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

70s Panda Face Pendant Statement Necklace w Woven Black Leather Chain By RAZZA
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '70s - Extremely rare, hard to find piece - 18" link chain with woven black leather - Gold plated - 3" x 3" three dimensional resin panda head pendant - Clasp closure - Clip on earring backs - By Luca Razza...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

36" Gilded Bezel Set Colored Swarovski Crystal Necklace by Swarovski, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 36" in length - Gold plated - Peacock green, fuchsia & Sapphire colored Swarovski crystals - By Swarovski (signed with swan hangtag) - Circa 1980s - E...
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1980s Austrian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Chanel Baroque Pearl & Chunky Chain Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
The quintessential Chanel Pearl Chain Necklace. Originating from 1983, the year Lagerfeld joined the house. Crafted in gold plated metal and glass b...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Silver Anchor Chain Necklace by Master Sven-Erik Högberg Made Year, 1989
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver anchor chain necklace is made of silver rectangular links which are linked together. The links have a glossy surface and the n...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Fred Sautoir 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Chrysoprases circa 1970 Long Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
FRED 18 Carat yellow Gold Long Necklace with Chrysoprases Sautoir in 18 kt yellow Gold from FRED Paris with Cabochon Cut Chrysoprases, flattened Gourmette Link on the Back. The 4 In...
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1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roget Gold Plated Multi Strand Chain Flower Necklace
Located in London, GB
Roget gold plated necklace with four strands of chains, and featuring two brushed and shiny flowers. The shortest length is approximately 76 cm / 30 inches, and the flowers are diame...
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Chunky Multi-Color Lucite Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderful chunky multi-hue lucite necklace is lightweight, weighing like a feather. The necklace measures 31" in total length with a gold hardware clasp for closing...
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Chanel Gilt Fox Chain Poured Glass Collar
Located in New York, NY
Chanel triple gilt fox chain with central pendant and clasp of ruby and emerald poured glass. Ornate hand twisted wirework surrounds each glass cabochon. 1980s France.
15" ...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Bronze

Pierre Cardin 1970 Paris Geometric Long Necklace Chain In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric chain necklace designed by Pierre Cardin (1922-2020). Wonderful necklace chain, created during the French modernist period by the fashion designer Pierre Cardin, back in the 1970. This rare chain has been crafted in solid .925/1000 sterling silver with high polished finish. The design is composed by twenty-seven geometric elements in the shape of the Pierre Cardin logo, connected in between with circular links. Fitted with a discrete lobster lock with a plaque showing also the Pierre Cardin initials, PC. Weight: 32.7 grams (20.96). Length: 24.5 inches (62.23 cm). Measurements: The links are 22 mm by 7.5 mm by 1 mm (0.87 x 0.28 x 0.04 Inches) Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the silver and signed, "PIERRE CARDIN STERLING...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Necklace Made by Rey Urban 1983, Stockholm, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
This pendant is made out of sterling silver bars and a matte, natural shaped dun colored stone. With the pendant comes a 71 cm long flat herringbone silver chain. The pendant is, wi...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

Karl Lagerfeld 1980s Six Strand Gold Toggle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful 1980s six strand short necklace by famous designer Karl Lagerfeld. In 1983 Lagerfeld joined the house of Chanel as head designer. In 1984, he launched his own label. Pres...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold Plate

Long (92 cm) Swedish Vintage Silver Necklace Made in the 1980s
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver necklace is made up of rod-shaped links that vary in thickness, adding a unique texture to its design. Each link is smooth, with thicker sections transitioning i...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Silver

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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