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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Style: Contemporary
Style: Artisan
Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Warrior Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 14 Karat gold, this beautiful warrior pendant is hand finished in matte yellow gold, 2.2 carats blue sapphire & .45 carats of sparkling diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

White Diamond Joan of Arc Medal Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Joan of Arc Medal Round Coin Pendant Chain Necklace by J Dauphin Exclusive piece with Joan of Arc Medal Round Coin pendant in Bronze with a White Diamond and a gold filled Chain. Necklace is 24" long but can be made shorter on request. St. Joan of Arc, byname the Maid of Orléans...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Necklace Pendant Padlock Shape Diamond Rose Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Express your personal style with this exquisite rose gold necklace, featuring a padlock design. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and expert craftsmanship, this necklace ep...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Elegant Necklace Amethyst Garnet Citrine Peridot Tourmaline
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elegant Necklace Oval cut Amethyst Garnet Citrine Peridot Tourmaline A Elegant necklace with ...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Peridot, Iolite, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Gold...

Emerald Medal Joan of Arc Chain Necklace Coin Pendant J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Set on a Medal Pendant of Joan of Arc, the chunky chain necklace is gold filled J Dauphin Exclusive piece with Joan of Arc Medal Round Coin pendant in Bronze with an Emerald and a gold filled Chain. Necklace is 24" long but can be made shorter on request. St. Joan of Arc, byname the Maid of Orléans...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Silver Bone Diamond Ebony Moon Face Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pendant consists of: - hand carved bone - pave diamonds - signature 925 sterling silver otto lock with fine cut diamonds that opens and closes securely allowing to use pendant on var...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

18 Karat White and Rose Gold Bouquet Bow Diamond Flower Necklac 0.46 Carat Total
Located in New York, NY
18KT white and rose gold bouquet diamond flower necklace. .1 LILY CUT ® flower shape diamond H color VS SI clarity 0.18 cts . additional 0.28 ct round diamond accent .Overall size...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Opal and Curb Chain Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
This contemporary necklace features five Ethiopian opal drops dangling from a sleek 18 karat gold curb chain. Measuring just under 2mm wide, the chain is 16 inches long and is finis...
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spanish Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Spanish Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry that combines traditional craftsmanship with timeless el...
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20th Century Spanish Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 10K White Gold 0.5mm Rope Chain Necklace, Unisex Chain
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a feminine classic: a simple and dainty 10K white gold rope chain, available in your choice of 16, 18 or 20 inches. This thin, 1/2-millimeter wide chain fastens securely w...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, 10k Gold

Wendy Brandes Onyx and 18K Yellow Gold Snake Pendant Necklace, Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
This fierce statement necklace was handmade in New York City by our expert goldsmiths. The design was inspired by Mary Queen of Scots, cousin to Elizabeth I. Elizabeth's advisors ref...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

ROBERTO COIN 18K Yellow White Gold Briolette Amethyst Topaz Nugget Necklace 16”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A contemporary necklace done by designer ROBERTO COIN hand crafted in 18K white and yellow gold and finished with faceted, briolette natural topaz and amethyst. Each nugget of gold i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold

Alex Jona High Tech White Ceramic and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Necklace
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy 18k yellow gold satin finish and white high-tech ceramic curb-link necklace. With a hardness approaching that of diamond, high-tech...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite Tennis Necklace 10 Carats Sterling Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural 53 Tanzanites = 10.00 Carats Clasp: Lobster Claw Metal: Sterling Silver Length: 18 Inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Silver Medal Pearl Necklace Virgin Mary Opal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Pearl Silver Medal Necklace Virgin Mary Designer: J Dauphin J DAUPHIN necklace 24" Made in Los Angeles Available for immediate delivery
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Silver

14k White Gold Turquoise and Diamond "Evil Eye" Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Total Carat Weight:APPROX 0.31CT Style:Chain WEIGHT:3GR Base Metal:Gold Diamond Clarity Grade:Slightly Included (SI1) Setting Style:Prong Number of Gemstones:20 Type:Necklace Seconda...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Paperclip Chain Necklace - 26"
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim custom handcrafted Paperclip chain. This 18 karat matte gold paperclip chain features double planished circle links. Completely versatile ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

28.41 ct Ethiopian Opal Chain Necklace With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:31.824g,D:4.25ct, Opal:28.41ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Garnet Clover Diamond 14k SolidGold Medallion Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom Clover Medallion consists of: Custom made signature pendant Red garnets weight 10.75 carats Diamond encrusted rim Diamond in the center 0.95 carats 14k gold Brilliant cut diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Two-Tone Braided Necklace 14 Karat Yellow & White Gold 37.5 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Vintage necklace featuring 14 Karat Yellow & White gold braided motif style. 16.75 Inches Long More gold necklaces in stock. Email for more pictures & styles
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vermeil & Oxidized Silver Open Link Chain Necklace w Akoya Pearls
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A striking blackened 800 silver and gold toned vermeil chain creates interest on this fine necklace which is expertly softened with fourteen lustrous 7.7mm Akoya pearls giving it the...
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2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Vermeil, Silver

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Planished Paperclip Chain Necklace - 18"
Located in Darien, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim custom handcrafted Paperclip chain. This 18 karat matte gold paperclip chain features double planished circle links. Completely versatile...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Zodiac Scorpio Diamond Necklace, Disk Pendant w Chain Custom Order 3 Weeks
Located in Austin, TX
This zodiac pendant can be ordered for any month. This one showing is a scorpio is the sign of passion, creativity, and mystery, but you don't have to be born a scorpio to love this ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic antique necklace in 9 karat yellow gold handmade in 1900 by ancient Neapolitan jewelers, of Italian manufacture, mounted with beautiful stones in turquoise, green agate, am...
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Topaz, Amber, Coral, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Stone Chain Necklace Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.728g,D:0.38ct, Emer:0.91ct,Ruby:1.40ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.25 Cts F/VS1 Pear Princess Diamonds Flower Necklace Authentic 14K White Gold
Located in Massafra, IT
Embrace grace and share joy with this meticulously crafted 2.25 carat Pear Princess diamond flower necklace in 14k gold, promising flawless radiance and exquisite elegance! Specific...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Necklace Gold Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Necklace Gold Chain Choke J Dauphin Hand made in Los Angeles Made to order 1 weeks to be completed Last images show version with White Diamond
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Diamond Necklace Discover the timeless elegance of this exquisite Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace, designed by the renowned Elsa Peretti. Featuri...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Sterling Silver Peace Ebony Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: -- 1.75" length/width - 925 sterling silver - fine cut diamonds on 925 sterling silver otto lock that opens and closes securely allowing to wear pendant on various necklaces/chains - bottom hinge, allowing to attached charms/bracelets to bottom of pendant - pendant sold alone - to inquire about pairing pendant with necklaces, rosaries, chain, symbol trees from out collection -- please contact seller...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

GIA Certified 30 Carat E-F Color VS Clarity Diamond 18k GoldTennis Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Behold an extraordinary piece of magnificence with this GIA certified 30-carat diamond tennis necklace. Each facet of this opulent necklace is a testament to exquisite craftsmanship ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14 Karat White Gold White Diamond Flower Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This unique Suzy Levian diamond station flower necklace displays round-cut diamonds on 14 karat white gold setting. This gorgeous necklace contain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Pendant
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Citrine Hinged Pendant is set in an open bezel, allowing for a multi-dimensional effect. Also known as yellow quartz and offering warm, smoky hues and tone...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Soldier Gold Cross Sapphire Diamond Obsidian Necklace Pendant One of a Kind
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Cross collection is a tribute to faith, love and beauty. The design of the cross resembles a fragment of a church or an old icon from a long by...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Rarely seen, Handmade Platinum Chain Necklace
Located in Troy, MI
This chain represents the quality and sophistication of Italian culture, celebrating the values of fine artisans pride in craftsmanship! Handmade in Italy, this solid platinum neck c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold Oval-Cut Sapphire Blue and White Diamond Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
This spectacular pendant from the Suzy Levian Limited Edition collection features a blue sapphire center stone in a 14k two-tone rose gold setting. An array of side blue and white di...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Picchiotti 18 Karat White Gold, 10.87 Carat Diamond and Black Onyx Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the renowned luxury jeweler Giuseppe Picchiotti ,this diamond and onyx necklace are clear examples of his iconic style. Free formed flat links of 18 karat white gold are ...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold .18 cttw Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Add an elegant accent to your outfit with this sparkling Suzy Levian heart shape necklace featuring 3 round cut gorgeous white diamonds in a prong setting. The sparkling diamonds are...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Chunky Chain Necklace Sterling Silver
Located in London, Richmond
The 925core necklace is an elegantly subversive and genderless chain choker inspired by the boldness and power of sterling silver metal. Its design is a modern interpretation of punk...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Suzy Levian 14K Rose Gold 1.50 CTTW Tanzanite Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorn your neck with sparkling shimmers with this beautiful tanzanite station necklace. This necklace can be worn stackable with other necklaces or as a single necklace, making it th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 3 Carat F Color Heart Shape Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite Platinum Pendant with a 3 Carat Heart-Shaped Diamond This elegant platinum pendant showcases a captivating 3-carat heart-shaped diamond, expertly cut to highlight its uniq...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Suzy Levian 14K White Gold 0.80 TDW Bezel Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorn yourself or your favorite person with the lovely elegance of this 14-karat white and diamond necklace, which boasts 12 evenly spaced diamonds. Choose from multiple gold colors ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Necklace
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has set this spectacular 4+ carat round brilliant cut Diamond into a perfectly balanced bezel and chain necklace. Handmade in chunky 18 karat gold, the mini oval link chain ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Baroque Pearl Charm with Diamonds Necklace
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Baroque Pearl necklace features a baroque drop shaped pearl suspended from a sparkly chain and accentuated by glimmering diamonds. The simplicity in ...
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Chanel 3 Gold CC Pearl Faux Fresh Water Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Pasadena, CA
Chanel 3 Gold CC Pearl Faux Fresh Water Pearl Long Necklace * Marked 12 * Made in France * Comes with the original box -It is approximately 46". -The cc pendant is approximately 0....
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2010s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Handmade Gold Necklace with Carnelian Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
This wonderful handmade 18 karat gold necklace can be worn in two ways. As a chain alone, it measures 16 1/4 inches. The links are half an inch wide. From an additional chain of 3 i...
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1960s Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold and Blackened Silver Forsa Chain Double Necklace
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold is valued by all discerning investors. With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & signature finish, this 24 karat yellow gold with blackened silver double Forsa cable chain looks beautiful by itself, layered with other chains or with a lovely pendant hanging from it! Check out our online store for our large selection of 24 karat gold pendants...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Emeralds Maravellous 3.00 Carat Colombian Emerald Pear Drop Pendant Necklace 18K
Located in US
Natural Fine Colombian Emerald Pear Drop Pendant, crafted in an 18 Karat Gold bezel setting – designed to show the spectacular brilliance and beautif...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold 0.80 TDW Bezel Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorn yourself or your favorite person with the lovely elegance of this 14-karat white and diamond necklace, which boasts 12 evenly spaced diamonds. Choose from multiple gold colors ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Suzy Levian 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.33 Carat White Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorn yourself or your favorite person with the lovely elegance of this 14 karat gold and diamond necklace, which boasts 12 evenly spaced diamonds. Choose from multiple gold colors t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Mediterranean Chiaka Coral Pears 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Unique and rare necklace in yellow gold - exclusively italian gold, regularly hallmarked 750 Coral and Real Pearls Length 50 cm Weight 280 grams stone diameter 4.20 mm smaller size ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Heart Citrine Black Onyx Diamond 18 KT Cuban Link Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This fascinating estate Italian necklace is a striking example dating 1975 circa Entirely made of solid 18 KT gold Large Cuban links chain leading to a superb centre styled with a he...
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1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Chain Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Suzy Levian White 14K White Gold .18 cttw Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Add an elegant accent to your outfit with this sparkling Suzy Levian heart shape necklace featuring 3 round cut gorgeous white diamonds in a prong setting. The sparkling diamonds are...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace in Platinum with 29 Paraiba Tourmaline Cabouchons and 46 Diamonds
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This 950/ Platinum (99.15g) Collier is set with 29 fine Paraiba Tourmalines Cabouchons, various shapes, 49.23ct + 46x Diamonds (Brilliant-cut, D/VS, roun...
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2010s German Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

Oval Shaped Fire Opal Chain Necklace With Pave Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:45.421g, Diamond:3.22ct, Opal:16.26ct, Size: 458 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Emerald Hammered Little Hearts Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.50 Kt Oval Cut Emerald Hammered Little Hearts Chain Necklace A nice necklace handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and embellished with a 0.50 karats emerald th...
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Spectra Fine Jewelry 9.59 Carat Diamond-by-the-Yard Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the enchanting world of "diamonds by the yard," a concept that exudes a whimsical charm, particularly for those with a passion for sewing and a penchant for exploring the trim shops nestled in the bustling Garment District of New York City. This imaginative term is credited to the iconic fashion designer Halston...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

French Platinum 18 Karat Enamel Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Platinum 18K Enamel Charm Necklace is special as this necklace alternates between links of Platinum and links of 18K yellow Gold. Suspended from this unusual chain are 5 exceptionally unique and VERY RARE charms all in 18K and enameled. Of the five charms, one charm is an articulated gorgeous detailed 18K clown...
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1940s French Artisan Vintage Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold Puff Mariner Link Necklace, Gifts for Her, Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Necklace: Made from real 14k yellow gold. Surprise Your Loved Ones with This Necklace: If you are looking to gift your spouse, girlfriend, kid, or mother on a special occasi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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.

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