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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1980s
Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Carved stone Charm Necklace New, Never worn 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Pictures don't depict how amazing this Stephen Dweck stunning Gold Vermeil over Sterling Silver chain with charms of stones, Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Bloodstone, Horn, Jade and Peridot...
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1980s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Jade, Peridot, Sterling Silver

Chanel Double Gold Chain Pearl Stantion Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Double Chain Pearl Station Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the pre 1980's. 24 karat gold plated link chains have dramatically long length. Acc...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

1980s Dominique Aurientis Gold Gilt Drop Necklace New, Never Worn
Located in Wallkill, NY
Another stunning Dominique Aurientis Necklace. Double link chain on this stunning Aurientis Necklace. We have many fabulous new, never worn pieces from the 1980s on our storefront. ...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful vintage 9ct gold collar is flat and sits beautifully. It is fastened using a simple clasp. Length: 40.5cm Width: 6mm Weight: 8.6g
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1970s British Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold

14K Yellow Gold Turquoise, Agate & Diamond “Evil Eye” Fringe Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
This captivating mid-necklace is crafted in 14K yellow gold and features a distinctive fringe design composed of alternating turquoise and banded agate cabochons. Each "eye" motif is...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Heavy Gilded Gold Polished Vermeil Chain-Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully elegant heavy gilded gold polished vermeil chain-link necklace measures 16" in length and 1/2" in width, finished with a secure clasp closing, made in...
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1970s American Baroque Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces

Platinum Cabochon Moonstone Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A graceful and elegant necklace crafted in platinum and stamped Pt 850, featuring a delicate lattice of polished platinum beads and geometric motifs. Adorned with nine glowing oval c...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Moonstone, Platinum

Long Gold Chain Necklace with Open Links
Located in Darnestown, MD
Lozenge shaped links alternate with five interwoven circles in this 35 inch long 14 karat gold necklace made by Uno a-Erre. It has a clasp that allows it to be worn singly or doubled...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Chanel 80s Necklace/Belt Quilted Gold
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel 80s quilted belt, can be worn as a necklace. Excellent condition, comes with original pouch or box .
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Diamonds, Amethysts, Topazes Pink Corals Drops White and Rose Gold Link Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful Link necklace in 14K white and rose gold structure composed of white diamonds and embellish by link detailes of amethysts, yellow topazes and pink coral leaves. Diamonds 2....
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1970s Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Coral, White Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Gilded Gold "Swirls" Hardware Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gild gold hardware necklace measures 16 1/4" in length. Width measures 1" with 2/8" in height when laid.
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Long High Tech Banded Agate Sterling Silver Link Necklace Estate Find
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Long and Bold sterling silver and banded agate chain necklace; comprising multi-shaped sections of sterling silver links, alternating with large banded agate beads. The lar...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Agate, Sterling Silver

Gold Chain and Cross with Turquoise Centre
Located in London, GB
A gold link chain measuring 16'', with a gold cross measuring 1 1/2'' by 3/4'', and has turquoise stone in the centre.
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1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Chanel Gold and Pearl Double Strand Vintage Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Gold and Pearl Double Strand Necklace is in very good condition from the 1984 collection. Gold linked doubled chains are separated by small starburst...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Chunky Goldtone Necklace with Large Dangles, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Large chunky goldtone chain with multiple grey tiger striped baubles. Balls are 1" in diameter.
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Necklace wIth Blue Rhinestones, 1980s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace ith blue rhinestones. Jewelry from the middle of the 1980s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimens...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Twisted Rope Chain Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Yves Saint Laurent gold tone twisted rope style chain necklace from the late 70’s, early 1980’s. The necklace has a nice weight to it and closes with an S hook. A signed YSL tag hang...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Two Colored Resin 3 Row Ball Necklace on Wire
Located in North Miami, FL
Orange-Amber and black purple resin balls make this fun vintage necklace eye catching. It is on a wire and connected to 3 staggered rows. The colors are perfect for all seasons Au C...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Yellow Gold Rope-Style Serpentine Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Serpentine Chain Necklace features a classic design that is 2.5mm wide and boasts a length of 33 inches. The necklace showcases a timeless old-sty...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Gilded Gold Vermeil European-Style Chain-Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gilded gold vermeil finish European-style chain-link necklace measures 18" in length, 5/16" in width, and 2/8" in depth.
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1980s Unknown Vintage Chain Necklaces

1980s Solid Silver Miami Link Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1980s Solid Silver Miami Link Chain Necklace, a timeless and versatile piece that captures the essence of classic style. This vintage neckla...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Runway Chunky Gold Link Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a bold yet beautiful runway piece from Yves Saint Laurent. Taken straight from the 80's, it is featured in a gold tone with 9 chunky links that sit close to the neck and a ho...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Gold

Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware with Multi-Color Etched Scrab Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully elegant gilded gold vermeil hardware chain necklace accented with multi-color etched scrab measures 35 inches in total length. Width measures 3/8 inch. Made in Uni...
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Chain Necklaces

Escada Jockey Cap Charm Necklace 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
New with tags, deadstock. Purchased and stored away. 1980s Escada Enameled Jockey Caps dangling off of a gold-tone metal chain. Bright and colorful, add pop...
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1980s German Vintage Chain Necklaces

Chanel sautoir necklace resin ball CC logo
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Extremely rare sautoir necklace with 9 ball of resin with gold CC logo inclusion inside the ball. Gold color chain . Stamp Chanel 2cc5. Made in France.
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Pearl and Diamond 14 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Delicate and unbelievably pretty, this 14ct gold necklace holds 9 pearls and 8 diamonds. As you can see from the images this necklace can be made into a brac...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 1980s Gold Funky Square Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold. Circa 1980s Made in Italy 30 inches
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

70s Chanel Vintage Orb Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 52" Yellow Tone Cross
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage 70s Chanel faux pearl orb necklace crafted in yellow tone (circa 1971-1980). The necklace features faux pearls measuring 12mm each, with eight rep...
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1970s French Baroque Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Gilded Gold Tone Vermeil Finish with Emerald Swarovski Stones Accent Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Thick heavy gilded gold hardware necklace with vermeil finish necklace is accented with emerald Swarovski stones and clear rhinestones. The total length measures 36", width is 1...
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1980s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Chanel 1980 necklace chain and CC pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stunning huge Chanel chain necklace with a Chanel CC pendant signed cc on the lock. Stamp Chanel Made in France.
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Elegant Multi Textured Enamel & Glass with Lucite necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully elegant multi textured enamel with glass and lucite necklace is perfectly combined with such detailing as polished gilded gold ha...
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1970s American Baroque Vintage Chain Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent Thick Gold Vermeil Necklace with Matching Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent wonderfully detailed gilded gold vermeil finish thick necklace with matching earrings are accented with multi-size rhinestones. Both ...
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Late 20th Century French Chain Necklaces

"J.H.S." Huge Abstract Silver 925 with Black Onyx Pendant with Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Maker mark "J.H.S." huge abstract 925 Silver pendant centered with an oval onyx measures 3 1/2 inches in height, 1 5/8 inches in width with a depth ...
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1970s Mexican Baroque Vintage Chain Necklaces

Navel Accented Rhinestone Pendant with Necklace and Tassles
Located in New York, NY
This simply yet elegant gold tone necklace is accented with a navel "weight" highlighted with two rows of rhinestones and finished with a dangling tassel. The necklac...
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Kenneth Jay Lane Gilded Gold Vermeil Hardware with Optional Pendant & Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Kenneth Jay Lane etched gilded gold vermeil hardware accented with multi-size pearl-like embellishments, has the optional choice of being worn as a pendant or, as a brooch for...
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Chain Necklaces

Sterling Silver beaded Susan Cummings Parrot Charm Gem Stone Necklace - 1980s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Earlier piece of Cummings work - late 1980s hand scripted on the toggle. Sterling and beads make up this one. 17in end to end. Flower with amethyst cabochon in the center. Bird, leaf and Parrot charms...
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1980s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Karl Lagerfeld Gilded Gold Tone Vermeil Finished Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Karl Lagerfeld wonderful polished gilded gold tone adjustable necklace finished in a vermeil measures18 1/2" in total length. The width measures from 1 3/8" at the wid...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Singapore Rope Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 9 karat yellow gold rope chain with 10 karat yellow gold clasp; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive ro...
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1970s English Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage 24K Gold Plated Sautoir Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel Vintage 24K Gold Plated Sautoir Necklace- mint condition. Wearable with everything from t shirts to evening gowns, it is a brilliant addition for any collection. Long 24 ka...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Stephen Dweck Bronze & Fossil & Citrine Set
Located in New York, NY
Ammonites - bezel set in bronze with a classic bronze double woven chain. Rich orange Citrines set in classic festoon style. Pair of matching Earrings ...
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1980s American Romantic Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Citrine

GUY LAROCHE Very Long Chain Necklace with Logo Medallions, Vintage 1990s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Rare Guy Laroche Very Long Chain Necklace adorned with Gold Medallions showing the GL Logo, Vitnage from the 1980s Can be worn simple strand or double strand Stamped GUY LAROCHE PAR...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Chanel Coin crown sautoir necklace 1980 Paris
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chanel oval Coin with Chanel symbol under a crown. Chanel inscription wrote all around the coin. between each coin a smaller coin with the just a crown. Gold plated from 1980. Chanel...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage Amethyst & Purple Topaz Gemstone Long Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst & Purple Topaz Gemstone Long Necklace 35 Inches 18 Karat Gold. Dazzling amethyst gemstones in this extra long necklace. Featuring four am...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Pearl & Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A beautifully made elegant authentic freshwater pearl necklace that anyone can use in their jewelry collection. Pearls are decadent and one of the most coveted materials for jewelry. This necklace is featured in a 18k white gold with a diamond encrusted detailing on the clasp. Pair this elegant piece of jewelry with a Chanel tweed blazer...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Pearl

Gold Sexy Nameplate Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A chic and fun '70s Modern 'SEXY' nameplate necklace in 14-karat yellow gold, circa 1970s, Disco era. Wear alone or stack with other necklaces. Necklace bears both marker's mark and ...
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1970s Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Nefertiti Pendant Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Gilt filigree head of Nefertitit embellished with faux turquoise stones on 17" chain.
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1970s American Vintage Chain Necklaces

Sonia Rykiel Paris Glass Cabochons Gilt Metal Necklace or Belt, Vintage 1980s
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
SONIA RYKIEL PARIS Necklace or Belt, Heavy Gold Plated Metal Chain Links and Large Medallions adorned with Clear Crystal Cabochons. Can be worn as a Belt or as a Necklace Signed SONI...
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1980s French Vintage Chain Necklaces

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yellow 18 karat gold necklace, an impressive 31 inch armored mesh style necklace. Weighing approximately 45 grams. All items sold are accompanied by an appraisal done by our in-ho...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18k Gold, Diamonds and Onyx Neck Ring by Gunnar Fahlström, Made Year 1982
Located in Stockholm, SE
This 18 karat gold neck ring has a geometric pendant made out of 18 karat gold, nine brilliant cut diamonds (approx. 0,30 ctv) and three onyx stones. The neck ring opens and closes e...
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1980s Swedish Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch with Enameled Flower and Diamond Centre
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This charming 18 karat yellow gold brooch showcases an intricately enameled flower design with a sparkling diamond at its center, adding a touch of elegance and brilliance. A tiny ch...
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1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

William De Lillo Blue Glass "Whale Sculpture" Necklace, 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A beautifully sculptured necklace created by William de Lillo in the 70's! This necklace features a blue glass whale sculpture in center of the necklace wi...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate

Chanel Vintage Pearl and Gold Link Necklace 1980's
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Chanel Pearl and Gold Link Necklace is in excellent vintage condition from the 1980’s. Single faux pearls are situated on ...
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1980s European Vintage Chain Necklaces

French 1980s White and Pink Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Splendid long gold necklace, it is composed of a facetted rectangle figaro mesh, punctuated with olive cultured pearls white and ...
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1980s French Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French, 1970s Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant and Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Timeless white gold pendant, it consists of a slightly domed disc adorned with modern brilliant-cut diamonds that is held to a cl...
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1970s French Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Chain Necklace in Gold-Plated
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Chain necklace in gold-plated metal and red, blue, green, and black glass paste. Not signed. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions:...
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1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

14k Gold and Amethyst Teardrop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This necklace will be your next go-to piece of jewelry in your collection! You will be reaching for this necklace everyday whether it be getting ready for a date-night or a special event. This is really a super unique find! This necklace is a perfect size and design to take from day to night with a change of an outfit. This beautiful necklace has a delicate design and some highly coveted details like five teardrop amethyst dangling beads. Adding the right jewelry can take an outfit from zero to hero! This necklace is in excellent vintage condition, with minimal tarnishing. The 14k gold composition of this necklace will last you a lifetime and make for a great investment. These necklace will look great with a sleek Yves Saint Laurent black dress, some Chanel heels...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

1980's Circular Silver Statement Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Your next statement necklace has arrived! Right out of the 1980's, this necklace has bold geometrical detailing making up the whole necklace. Varying sizes of circles are mended together to make a unique and beautiful piece of wearable art. Pair this necklace with an edgy Versace printed dress...
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1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Vintage Cultured Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1970s cultured pearl and 0.48 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse pearl jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive cultured pearl and diamond pendant has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pendant has a cluster design, ornamented with a feature 7.45mm cultured pearl to the center. The pearl is encircled by thirteen individually claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The pendant suspends from a contemporary 18k yellow gold 16" fine curb chain via an integrated, flared ring loop attachment to the upper border of the design. The pendant is hallmarked to the reverse of the cluster setting with the 14k gold fineness mark -585- and diamond content (0.48). The chain secures with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening. This vintage pearl pendant...
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklaces

Vintage chain necklaces can make a statement on their own. What’s better than eye-catching chains of yellow gold or subtle silver to accessorize with everything from a designer evening dress to a comfortable sweatshirt?

Personal ornament in general has been around for eons. Ancient Egyptians designed jewelry and wore necklaces, rings and other accessories, and the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber in 1922 had the greatest impact on Art Deco jewelry. When chain necklaces first took on some visibility in ancient civilizations, these items weren’t exactly democratic.

Chain necklaces were accessories that were relegated strictly to royal families and the upper class. In ancient times, pendant necklaces conferred prestige, for example. Wealthy Greeks and Romans opted for gold and silver necklaces that featured ornate pendants and semiprecious stones. By the Renaissance period, the pendant had replaced the brooch as the most worn type of jewelry. Pendant necklaces were commonplace, or pendants were simply strung on long gold chains.

Thankfully, jewelry became more accessible over time. And trends have come and gone, but the popularity of chain necklaces today owes in part to hip-hop culture. Big, chunky gold chains and diamond necklaces were the order of the day in publicity shoots and on album covers for rappers in the early 1980s onward, and a gold chain is still a mainstay in the ever-evolving and broadening hip-hop culture as we know it.

In our modern era, a number of chain-link necklaces are trending, worn alone or layered. The stylish links that have passed the test of time include oval links, paper-clip chains and more. The best way to discover your perfect fit is to zero in on a particular name and type of link.

While it was once key to accessorizing for a formal event, a vintage chain necklace now adds a fresh dynamic to any outfit at any time of day. Find yours on 1stDibs.

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