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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1970s
Ornate Rivoli Crystal Medallion Necklace, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 26" chain
- Medallion measures 2.5" in diameter
- Gold tone
- Prong set "Rivoli" multicolored crystal
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage con...
Category
1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Ming's Hawaii Oval Green Jade Cabochon Pear Shaped Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.5" x 0.80"
Stone: Green Jade cabochon
Chain Length: 18"
Chain Width: 1 mm
Chain Type: box
Stamped: "14K" "Mings...
Category
Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Goldette Etruscan Revival Chain Costume Statement Necklace, 1970s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- 19" length
- 8.5" drop
- Gold and silver tone
- Four strand chain
- Clasp closure
- Unsigned, but attributed to Goldette
- circa 1970s
- Made in New York
CONDITION: Excellent vint...
Category
1970s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces
Edwardian platinum natural pearls diamonds long necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique Belle Epoque long necklace in platinum and gold with diamonds and natural pearls
A platinum and 18k (750°/°°) gold sautoir consisting of a chain set with 110 old-cut diamond...
Category
1910s French Edwardian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Signed Gueblin 18K Gold Brutalist Chain Link Choker Necklace
By Gubelin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Swiss Modernist necklace.
By Gübelin.
In 18 karat yellow gold.
With graduated, handmade Brutalist openwork links.
In a true choker size with a strong stylistic nod to Art...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swiss Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 9 karat yellow gold longuard chain necklace; part of our diverse antique gold chains collection.
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique longuard...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Vintage Gold Set Bracelet Necklace Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage Gold Set Bracelet Necklace Earrings.
Bracelet: approx. 18 centimeters x 0.40 centimeters, 2.49 grams.
Necklace: approx. 45 centimeters x 0.40 centimeters, 4.92 grams.
Earrin...
Category
Late 20th Century European Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Chain Mesh Pouch Necklace by Whiting & Davis, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 34" length
- Pouch measures 3.5" x 2"
- Gold tone and gold plated
- Kiss lock clasp
- By Whiting & Davis
- Circa 1960s
- Estate acquired
- Good vintage cond...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire and White Sapphire Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This striking 14K yellow gold necklace from the 1970s–1980s showcases a colorful array of approximately 35 carats of natural cabochon sapphires in vibrant shades of lavender, plum, a...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Superb Vintage Gold Gilt KARL LAGERFELD Paris Map Pendant Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A decadent, Vintage KARL LAGERFELD Gold plated pendant Chain necklace with charming Paris map with 'Place Karl' at the centre of course !
Length; excluding ...
Category
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Sterling Silver Barbell Hardware Chain w Toggle Necklace Bracelet Set
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Interesting woven oblong links of .925 sterling silver are accented with "balls" of silver elevating this 16 inch collar length
necklace and matching 6-1/2 bracelet. Its finishing ha...
Category
1990s Mexican Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Long Crystal Mariner Chain 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A very long Vintage Crystal Mariner Chain. Featuring mariner link chain interspersed with bezel set crystal stones.
Vintage Condition: Very good withou...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Floral Mirrored Heart Pendant
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage matte gold toned pendant featuring a jewelled and mirrored floral heart embellished with blue and purple glass cabochons, faux pearl and multicolored crysta...
Category
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Big and Bold 18K Yellow Gold Large Link Necklace with One Diamond Link
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This finely crafted 18k yellow gold modified curb link necklace was created and released by venerated German maker, Abel & Zimmerman. It measures 16 inches in length and a very subst...
Category
Late 20th Century German Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 24" Gilt & Black Cord Twisted Chain Necklace by Trifari, 1970s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 24" length
- Gold plated
- Black nylon cord
- Clasp closure
- By Trifari (signed near clasp)
- Circa 1970s
- Estate acquired
- Excellent vintage condition
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
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
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
Vaid Roma 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Semi Precious Flower Necklace
By Vaid Roma
Located in New York, NY
Italian Jewelers for more than three generations, VAID has produced merchandise exclusively for some of the most renowned jewelers across the world. T...
Category
1990s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Peridot, Iolite, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold,...
Verdura South Sea Pearl & Diamond Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Menlo Park, CA
A testament to Verdura's iconic craftmanship, this piece combines refined artistry with modern grace. Coco Chanel's specialty ~ they were fast friends and designed for years together...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
CHANEL Incredible Poured Glass Agate Pendent Necklace c 1980
By Chanel
Located in University City, MO
CHANEL Incredible poured glass agate pendent necklace c 1980
The amazing runway design is comprised of faux glass rubies.
glass color sapphires, & emeral...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gilt Metal
Vintage massive gold chain glass charms designer runway belt necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone with glass
• vintage designer belt / necklace
MEASUREMENTS
•
CONDITION
• very good vintage condition ...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Vintage Napier Gold & Black Enamel Bar Necklace 1980s
By Napier
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A classic Vintage Napier Bar Necklace. Crafted in gold plated metal with black enamel. In very good vintage condition, approx. 43cms. Signed. An eternal hig...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Aldo Cipullo 1970 Graduated Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Red Coral and Onyx
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace designed by Aldo Cipullo.
Magnificent and very rare vintage necklace, created In New York city by the iconic master jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo, back in the 1970. This necklace comprises of round onyxes carvings connected by rectangular links and red coral elements crafted with graduated patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Mount with natural gemstones and fitted with a hinged slashed push lock for security. The gold and the squared coral elements designed in an intricate way that is the signature style of Cipullo. This necklace is one of the greatest examples of vintage jewelry workmanship and the genius of Aldo Cipullo jewelry designs.
Red Coral: Mounted in calibrated bezels, with 17 squared pyramids cabochons cuts graduated from 9 mm by 9 mm to 12 mm by 12 mm, carved from natural Sardinian vivid red corals.
Black Onyx: Mount with 17 calibrated round open discs graduated from 20 mm to 37 mm, carved from natural black onyxes.
Birthstone: Coral for the month of October.
Weight: 176.95 Grams, (113.43 Dwt).
Size: The total lenght is 22 Inches (55.8 Cm).
Measurements: The widest part is 37 mm by mm (1.46 Inches).
Hallmarks Stamped with the maker's mark monogram AC, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "©A. CIPULLO .750".
Cipullo para siempre - Gioiellis
Aldo Cipullo (1942-1984), was an Italian born jeweler. He born and was raise in a family of designers with jewelry traditions, his father was the owner of a jewelry factory and his brother Renato Cipullo made jewelry designs for Christian Dior. Aldo, was the creator of the popular and iconic Cartier bracelets, love and the nail, still until today considered ones of the best designs of the 20th century. He work as a designer in New York, for David Webb (1960-1969) and Cartier (1969-1975). In 1975 he found his own company as a freelance designer.
Literature: Renato Cipullo and Vivienne Becker, Cipullo: Making Jewelry Modern, Assouline 2021, Pp-104 for a similar examples).
Note: The corals displayed...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Chai Charm #11729
Located in Washington Depot, CT
You'll love this beautiful yellow gold chai charm!
Size: 3.85mm X 18.94mm
Weight: 1.7gr / 1.0 dwt
Hallmark: 14K
Very good condition, professionally polished.
Will come packaged...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Long Chain Necklace of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This versatile chain (circa 1960-1970) features 60 inches of 18k gold with alternating mariner, cable, and elongated diamond shaped links.
The chain is in excellent condition and w...
Category
Mid-20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k 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
Verdura 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Crescent Chain Link Necklace
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Verdura 18K Yellow Gold Double Crescent Pave Diamond Link Necklace.
The pave diamond centerpiece is made in platinum. Mounted with 1.30cttw in round diamonds.
Quality: Ecolor, VVS1 ...
Category
20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k 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
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Vintage Mesh Weave Snake Omega Chunky Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Unisex Vintage Mesh Weave Snake Omega Chunky Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss especially at clasp, a crease...
Category
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Betony Vernon "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace Mini" Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Rome, IT
The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" was designed by Betony Vernon in 1992 and is handcrafted in lost wax element of 18-Karat Gold. The timeless "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has been long appreciated for its symbolic and aesthetic appeal, as well as for its functional purpose. The "O'Ring Signature Chain Necklace" has a double hook on each side of the chain, that serves to put all sorts of BV Attachments and Pendants close to your heart, at hand’s reach...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Cartier New York 18ct Yellow Gold Nautical Anchor Link Long Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage gold anchor link chain by Cartier, c.1970. This long chain is formed of a continuous 32" length of uniform rounded anchor links crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
18ct yellow gol...
Category
Late 20th Century American Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Long Italian Vintage 14K Yellow Gold "S" Chain with Knot Stations, 36 inches.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage 14K Gold Italian S Chain Necklace • 36” Long Gold Chain with Knot Stations • Layering Necklace • Retro Statement Jewelry
Elevate your vintage jewelry collection with this bo...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Art Deco Black Opal Old Mine Cut Diamond Rock Crystal Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN THIS RARE AND MAGNIFICENT ANTIQUE ART DECO OPAL AND ROCK CRYSTAL BEAD NECKLACE WITH A SPECTACULAR BLACK OPAL AND ROSE CUT DIAMOND CLASP IN 14 KARAT GOLD. THE EXTRAORDINAR...
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Gold Tone Charm Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage gold tone charm necklace.
Lobster clasp closure.
Marked CHRISTIAN LACROIX CL Made in France.
Indicative measurements : l...
Category
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
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
Striking La Pepita Round Wheat Link 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Choker Necklace
By La Pepita
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This stylish necklace by La Pepita is comprised of one continuous 16 1/2 inch length of fine round 5.50mm diameter wheat link chain, punctuated by three diamond stations. All diamond...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Very Long Heavy Fancy Link Vintage Men’s 3D Diamond Cut Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Very Long Heavy Vintage Men’s 4.5mm 3D Diamond Cut Chain 32”
Made in Asia
Extremely rare fancy link chain
One of a kind chain with special lock.
We...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage CHANEL 1981 Faux Pearl & Red Gripoix Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is by Chanel
The piece is from 1981.
The necklace is red Gripoix with Faux Pearls.
The necklace is 57” long.
The necklace weighs 80.9 grams
Category
20th Century American Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
18ct 750 Gold Chain By Italian Goldsmiths UNOAERRE
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Chain
By Italian Goldsmiths UNOAERRE
Italian Hallmarks dated between 1968 - 1987
Stamped registration 1 AR - 750
Length 20 Inches
Thickness 1mm
Weight 5.8 grams
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 18K Gold Plated 1980s Byzantine Chain Necklace is a timeless and elegant piece that embodies the classic Byzantine style. This vintage necklace features intricate woven links, cr...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold Plate
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Coin Charms Orange Resin Drops Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold toned chain necklace featuring three textured coins and two orange resin drops in a gold toned setting.
Spring clasp closure.
Adjustable length.
Emb...
Category
20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Vintage Givenchy Rhinestone on Gold-tone Necklace and Clip-on Earrings Set
By Givenchy
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a set of Givenchy collar/necklace and clip-on earrings. This gold-tone herringbone chain necklace has ribbon-like crystal accents. Givenchy Paris/New York is marked on the fo...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
1.32 Carat Total Diamond-Set Handmade Estate 14K Solid Gold Curb Chain Necklace
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This glamorous chain has been masterfully crafted by hand for a lifetime of enjoyment. Solid statement curb chain links have been formed from buttery solid yellow gold, accented with a singular white gold curb link, centrally set and adorned with 1.32 carats of brilliant, fiery diamonds. Weighing over 100 grams of solid gold, and finished with an extra secure clasp, this necklace is sure to be your new daily statement or your perfect finishing touch for any fine attire affair.
Bearing full hallmarks for 14K gold, further hallmarked "Handardbeit" for handcrafted gold jewellery. Closes with a hinged clasp, and extra secured with a figure-8 security closure. Comes in the original box, signed Het Huis van St. Eloy, A. van der Loo Juwelier Rotterdam.
Regarding 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...
Category
Late 20th Century German Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Link Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This 9ct yellow gold necklace is made up of semi-matte link chain and fastens using a bolt clip and loop.
Length: 43.5cm
Width: 5mm
Weight: 12.3g
Category
1960s British Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage 'Santos de Cartier' 18ct Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage long gold chain by Cartier Paris, circa 1970. The Santos-Dumont chain is made up of uniform elongated rectangular links in 18ct yello...
Category
Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage Gilded "Enchantress" Rhinestone Swirl Necklace By Sarah Coventry, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp
- Gold plated
- Crystal rhinestones
- From the "Enchantress" Collection
- By Sarah Coventry (ma...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
David Webb Rock Crystal Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Rock Crystal Necklace
Enhance your jewelry collection with this striking David Webb Rock Crystal Necklace, a stunning testament to ...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vtg gold coin charm chain necklace designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS
• unsigned
• gold tone
• vintage designer runway necklace
MEASUREMENTS
• 20" long
CONDITION
• excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear
❤️❤️ VINTAGE DES...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold Flat Herringbone Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This 14K Yellow Gold Flat Herringbone Necklace combines classic design with Italian craftsmanship. The necklace is 0.44mm thick, 6.7mm wide, and 2...
Category
1980s Italian Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Andrew Grima Vintage Textured 18ct Yellow Gold Chain 1975
By Andrew Grima
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct yellow gold long sautoir necklace by Andrew Grima, 1975. This necklace can be connected as one single length or can be seperated into four separate chains of varying len...
Category
Late 20th Century British Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k 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
Retro Gold 14.5 Carat Natural Diamond & Ruby Sapphire Emerald Cabochon Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Magnificent 14.50 Carat Natural Colorless Round Brilliant Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald Cabochon necklace set in 18k Yellow Gold.
The piece is set with 48 colorless Round B...
Category
1980s North American Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Chainmaille Purse Necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Silver-toned metal chain maille cross body / shoulder bag or necklace with magnetic frame clasp signed Paco Rabanne. Purse measures 6.25" by 3.5" and has a 21.5" single metal chain s...
Category
1980s American Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Italian 18kt Chain Link Necklace By Fope
By Fope
Located in Bethesda, MD
Fope is an Italian luxury jewelry brand renowned for its innovative designs and craftsmanship. Established in 1929 in Vicenza, Italy, by Umberto Cazzola.
One of Fope's signature tech...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
House of Zolotas Lariat Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Truly a bold statement piece in brilliant 18 karat yellow gold made in Greece by House of Zolotas, well known for Greek antiquity inspired designs and expert at melding contemporary...
Category
Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Italian Curb and Infinity Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous 18k gold chain has a great presence on the neck. Its long length allows it to be worn once or twice to create a stylish layered look alone or paired with other chains. ...
Category
1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Yves Saint Laurent Sultane necklace in golden metal with its original box C.1990
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 1990-2000
France
Rare Vintage articulated choker necklace, entitled "Sultane" in crumpled gold metal by Yves Saint Laurent Collection...
Category
1990s French Baroque Chain Necklaces
Christian Dior dickey necklace 1992
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR -Golden metal dickey necklace with rhinestones. 1992 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Gianfranco Ferré.
Condition:
Very good condition
Dimensions:
Length...
Category
1990s European Chain Necklaces
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.