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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1970s
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Carat Gold Gass Tank Locket Pendant and Chain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold vintage gas tank locket pendant by Péry Fils for Van Cleef and Arpels, signed, dated and numbered: Van Cleef & Arpels, on a Van Cleef...
Category
1970s French Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Russian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Egg Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These Eggs are 18K Yellow Gold and Enamel. These eggs originally came from Russia and I collected them one by one to make a necklace with them. Each egg is 15.25 mm, one navy enamel...
Category
1960s Russian Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Bvlgari 18k Yellow & Blackened Gold Curb link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Bvlgari curb-link chain necklace is crafted from 18k yellow and blackened gold, a bold and unique piece. The links are half polished yellow gold and blackened gold, crea...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain, c.1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Solid 18K Yellow Gold Rope Chain c.1980s
Period: Vintage
Year: 1980s
Material: 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 101.35g
Length: 35 inches ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Silver Finland 1975 Tapio Wirkkala Kultakeskus Apple Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver 1975 Finland Tapio Wirkkala Kultakeskus Apple NecklaceSilver Apple pendant.
Made in Finland 1975 Kultakeskus.
Silver chain, lenght 33.5cm (when not opened)
All Finland Silver ...
Category
1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Silver
20.80ct Diamond By The Yard Necklace
By Yard
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning platinum by the yard necklace. The necklace is set with sparkling heart shape diamonds that weigh approximately 20.80ct. The color of these diamonds is I-J with SI...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Locket Pendant and Pocket Watch Chain 14k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 14k Gold
Weight: Chain - 10 Grams; Pendant - 23 Grams
Gemstone: Sapphire
Measurement: Pendant - 1 3/4" x 2" Chain - 21" + Extension - 4"
Hallmarks: 14K
ITEM DETAILS:
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Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the timeless elegance of the Cartier Diadea Lariat Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold, a piece that seamlessly blends luxury and sophistication. This exquisite ne...
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Platinum 2.85cttw Diamond by the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The platinum diamond by the yard chain necklace is a delicate and elegant piece of jewelry that exudes understated luxury. Measuring...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Apple Juice Thermoset Leaf and Topaz Baguette Choker Necklace By Lisner, 1960s
By Lisner
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp
- Gold tone
- "Apple Juice" thermoset leaves
- Aurora Borealis crystal accents
- Topaz-colored baguette ...
Category
1960s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
Vintage Goldette Gilt & Coral Oversized Sea Life Motif Statement Necklace, 1970s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- 27" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp
- Gold plated
- Faux coral beads
- 3.5" x 3" medallion with sea life relief motif including mermaid, stingray, seashells, starfish and fish
- Dangling seashell and sea life charms...
Category
1970s American Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold.
Charming antique necklace, it is formed of an alternation of oval links, links in 8 and links made with gold twists. The clasp is a spring ring.
Tot...
Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Shape Colorful Multi Gemstone Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Long, luxurious multi-gemstone station necklace bursting with color. This amazing piece absolutely lights up the neck! Featuring 21 assorted ...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, G...
Stones, 9 Karat Rose Gold Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retrò necklace in 9 karat rose gold structure mounted with stones.
This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it i...
Category
1960s Italian Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Versatile Twist Rope Chain Long Necklace Bracelet
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Versatile Twist Spiral Rope Chain Modernist Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone
Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% genuine.
A un...
Category
1980s German Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Chanel Necklace by Robert Goossens and Gripoix Paris, sign. 1983, gold plated
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A unique and rare Chanel sautoir signed 1983. It consists of 20 false pearls, in between 3 olympus-shaped Gripoix stones and 2 large Swarovski crystal parts each in green and blue, b...
Category
1980s French Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Liberty Head Coin Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb coin chain necklace. Featuring a U.S. $10 coin, the front with the Liberty Head, reverse with an eagle, accented by round diamonds, suspende...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels, 18K Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This necklace composed of gold links with braided design, decorated at the front with 134 round brilliant-cut diamonds total approx. 4.2ct, G-H/VS-SI.
Weight: 128.1 grams
Measureme...
Category
1960s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban link color stone necklace.
Mounted with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds.
18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Em...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Vintage 18k Yellow & White Gold Sautoir Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Measuring an impressive 28 3/4 inches in length, this sautoir necklace is designed to gracefully drape around the neck, creating a stunning visual impact. The length allows for versa...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
J. E. Caldwell Platinum Pear Shape Double Halo Tear Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite estate diamond necklace crafted by the esteemed J.E. Caldwell, a name synonymous with luxury and exceptional craftsmanship. This stunning piece, made in plat...
Category
20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Wheat Chain Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous necklace is solid 14k yellow gold with white gold accenting and natural diamonds.
Necklace Specifics:
14 Round Diamonds - 0.14ctw
Total weight - 40.6 grams
Chain - 8mm...
Category
1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
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 grams
Chain has Italian prov...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier, London 1940s Gold Boxed Snake Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Retro gold collar-length necklace of boxed snake chain design, completed by an incised barrel-form clasp, in 18k. Cartier, London. #H7141.
Elegant simplicity that works just as we...
Category
1940s British Retro Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Hand Wrought Antique Chain Necklace with Freshwater River Pearls
Located in Big Bend, WI
Antique 18K yellow gold chain necklace featuring freshwater river pearls. The hand made links are long ovals alternating with 10 baroque freshwater pearls measuring about 4.5mm - 5.5...
Category
Early 1900s Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain
classic and charming TBar chain
The item comes without the box in the photos but will be presented in a gift box
Measurements: weight 3...
Category
Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
1980S Gold Plated Chain Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The perfect every day gold tone chain necklace has arrived! Get your hands on this classic 1980s omega 18K gold plated chain necklace. You are never going to get enough wear out of this piece! Add the perfect pop of bling to your every day looks or dress this up for a night out and style with a Chanel choker and a YSL evening dress...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Bvlgari Vintage Pink Tourmaline Sautoir Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
Complementing the quartz are five oval cabochon pink tourmaline stones, with a total weight of approximately 17.5 carats. The tourmaline stones radiate with a soft, pink hue that var...
Category
1990s Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
62" Venetian Wedding Cake Glass Bead Necklace, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century
- 62" length
- Pastel blue wedding cake style Venetian glass beads
- Milky gla...
Category
1960s Italian Modern Vintage Chain Necklaces
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Curb Chain Necklace #21250
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Curb Chain Necklace-
This elegant curb chain necklace is crafted in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold with white gold accents.
Width: 5 mm.
Size: 20.25 ...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 2.18Ct Ruby and 2.30Ct Diamond 9k White Gold Necklace Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.18 carat ruby and 2.30 carat diamond, 18 karat and 9 karat white gold necklace; part of our diverse vintage ruby jewellery collections.
This fine and impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 9k white gold, with a 18k white gold chain.
The pierced decorated pendant is ornamented with a feature 2.18ct pear faceted cut ruby, four-claw set in relief.
The feature ruby features a paralleling border of six individually claw set baguette cut diamonds in a splayed formation, continuing to seven claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, completing the cluster design.
The feature cluster suspends from an articulating array of four diamonds, to an articulated linear formation of twelve individually four claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds.
The diamond setting conjoins with an impressive 18k white gold flat chain, securing to the reverse with a push fit catch and bearing the added security of a hinged safety clasp.
This stunning ruby and diamond necklace is hallmarked to the tongue of the fastening with the 18k fineness gold mark 750 and has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 karat gold and 18 karat gold.
This impressive necklace is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone.
Condition
This impressive gemstone cluster pendant is excellent quality, set with an impressive ruby displaying fine color, brilliance and presence.
The well color matched, very high color graded diamonds displaying a fine white color and brilliance.
The necklace is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with a clear hallmark to the clasp tongue.
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning vintage ruby and diamond necklace...
Category
1970s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
14 Karat Italian Yellow Gold Round Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
Handsome 14kt Yellow Gold Round link Chain with bar and interlocking connections. Very 1960s. Heavy & long chain which can be doubled or worn ...
Category
1960s Italian Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990s Amethyst & Diamond Heart Pendant & Chain 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 14 carat gold, this charming vintage pendant, circa 1990s, features a darling heart-shaped amethyst in a claw setting articulating from an elegant bail threaded with a fine belcher chain. Her name is The Elise...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Woven Arrow Triangle Studs Mesh Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1966 Vintage Woven Arrow Triangle Studs Mesh Interlinked Herringbone Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Plated
Very good condition. Maybe very light scratches or col...
Category
1960s German Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Zodiac Sign Necklace Sagittarius Brutalist Design 14k Gold Diamond
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An impressive zodiac sign necklace of the brutalist design with a sculptured Sagittarius, made of 14k gold with diamonds.
This vintage 14k gold ne...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 21 1/2 Inch Oval Faceted Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain
9ct Rose Gold
Circa 1900
This beautiful Edwardian belcher link chain is an exquisite piece of jewellery that is sure to catch the eye of anyone who appreciat...
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
SEED PEARLS 1920 Art Deco Antique Stations Chain Necklace With Platinum Wires
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco necklace chain with seed pearls.
This is a very delicate necklace chain, created in America during the art deco period, back in the 1920's. The chain has been carefully ...
Category
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Platinum
Bulgari Monete Large Antique Coin Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A Bulgari Monete 18 karat yellow gold curb link chain necklace featuring a large silver coin dated 1790, depicting Ferdinand IV/III, the King of Naples and Sicily, on the front. The ...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Cuban Link Intaglio Hebrew Coin Medallion Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an 18k yellow gold pendant, designed in intaglio of a Hebrew coin. Suspended on a Cuban link chain made of 18k yellow gold. Triple lock safety ...
Category
1970s American Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Christian Dior Asymmetric Pearl Droplet Chain Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Dior Pearl Chain Necklace. Featuring a chunk flattened curb chain embellished with baroque style glass pearls and gold orbs in an asymmetric arrangement. Edgy and timeless, a perfect piece of Dior and total jewel box hero.
With archive pieces from her own Dior collection displayed in London's highly acclaimed Dior Designer of Dreams Exhibition, Jennifer understands what it’s like to be on the hunt for your perfect piece of Dior heritage. She has sourced and curated these strikingly beautiful collection of vintage Christian Dior jewels...
Category
1980s Vintage Chain Necklaces
Gold Plated Serpentine Chain Tassel Necklace circa 1980s
Located in London, GB
Gold plated serpentine chain necklace, featuring a lovely five strand tassel. Measuring length 47.8 cm / 18.8 inches. The tassel is length 11.4 cm / 4.48 inches. The necklace is in v...
Category
1980s English Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Oval Green Jade Cabochon Diamond Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Diameter: 1.5" x 0.80"
Stone: Green Jade cabochon
Jade Diameter: 14.9 mm x 11.8 mm x 4.58 mm
Jade Carat Weight: 4.58 cara...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold and Pearl Necklace by Björn Weckström Made 1983
Located in Stockholm, SE
This vintage necklace, Cheek to Cheek, is crafted in 14 karat gold and features two vertically aligned cultured pearls. The pearls are set in a sculptural gold frame with an organic,...
Category
1980s Finnish Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Fire Opal Bezel Set Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Step back in time with this exquisite vintage Cartier pendant, a true gem from the 1970s. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this pendant features a captivating fire opal, bezel set to perf...
Category
20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Fire Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9K/ 14K Yellow Gold Snake Necklace with Rubies and Diamond.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, with a 9K Yellow Gold Chain, this antique snake necklace captivates with it's expertly detailed textural scales, and unique antique chain. There are 2 Rou...
Category
Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, 15 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Chain Hallmarked Birmingham 1923
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain
9ct Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1923
Makers Mark J.K
Introducing a stunning 9ct gold Albert chain- previously used as a pocket watch chain. This beautiful p...
Category
Early 20th Century English Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage 1950's green and blue ombré rhinestone necklace costume jewellery 1950s
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This elegant 1950's necklace, made up of mint green claw set rhinestones and petal shaped blue and green glass cabochons, is the perfect finishing touch to any outfit.
The decorativ...
Category
1950s Art Deco Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Judith Ripka Long Sterling Silver Chain Necklace With Cubic Zirconia Accents
By Judith Ripka
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Judith Ripka Long Sterling Silver Chain Necklace with Cubic Zirconia Accents is a timeless piece that effortlessly elevates any ensemble. Crafted from high-quality sterling silve...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Chain Necklaces
Faberge Style Colored Enamel Charm Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14 karat yellow gold enameled Faberge style charm necklace. This modern take on the classic Faberge features hanging eggs in blues, greens, reds and whit...
Category
1970s Unknown Russian Revival Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chanel Gold Statement Chain & Byzantine Medallion Necklace 1984
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A 1980s Vintage Chanel Medallion Necklace. Created whilst Victoire de Castellane was at the helm of Chanel's costume jewellery design...
Category
20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Heavy, Solid Chain Link Necklace, 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful, elegant and Heavy, Solid Chain Link Designer Necklace, 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds.
Including certificate of authenticity.
Category
20th Century German Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain, open curb link
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique, Edwardian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain.
Nice solid silver, graduated open curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end with a large jump ...
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklaces. This pair of necklaces each has ten motifs, turquoise plaques, all set in 18k white go...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold
1970s Sterling Silver Gold Tiger Eye Handmade American Studio Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade sterling silver and gold 1970's necklace with tiger eye and gold stud accents. Necklace pendant measures 7.5" in length, including the V shaped bale and dangles and suspend...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tiger's Eye, Gold, Sterling Silver
Design Amber Silver Jewelry Set, circa 1920
Located in Berlin, DE
Handmade amber jewellery set in silver,
Length of the matching handmade chain 63 cm,
no hallmark
This material mix of silver and amber has been very ...
Category
Early 20th Century German Art Deco Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Silver
Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Jade Pendant Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
CIRCA: 1980’s
MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Jade
WEIGHT: 5.3 grams
MEASUREMENTS: Chain - 16" Pendant - 13/16"
HALLMARKS: Tiffany & ...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold
Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Vintage
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Vintage
This beautiful estate necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow gold and set with genuine P...
Category
Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, 14k 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.