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Chain Necklaces For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1930s
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Tiger Eye Yellow Gold 20 Motifs Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2538 Comes With Box Only Date approx 2015 RRP £17,300 Incl taxes /$ 18,400 Excl taxes / 20.100 € Incl taxes Model VCARD39900 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stone...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.35 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace 14 Karat White Gold 16''
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful quality tennis necklace, round-brilliant cut white diamonds clean and Excellent shine. 14k white gold classic four-prong style for maximum light brilliance. 16 inch lengt...
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.76 Carat Green Emerald Fashion Necklaces In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This necklace features an emerald-cut green emerald with a weight of 1.76 carats, set in 14k yellow gold (YG). Emeralds are known for their stunning green color, and an emerald cut a...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

PANIM 12.17 Carats Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold 42" Long Necklace In this necklace rosecut diamonds are evenly spaced on a white gold chain. This is a piece that can be worn everyday, alone or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., New York. Diamonds by the Yard is one of Elsa Peretti's most iconic designs for Tiffany. Infinitely wearable at sixteen and a half inches long and set with 1.25 carats of fine white diamonds (5 Stones, F color VS clarity), this eighteen-karat yellow gold necklace is gorgeous. Well-made to Tiffany's high standards, it is in excellent condition. Remark: “Only Tiffany can...
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond R Initial Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat White Gold Diamond R Initial Pendant on 16 Inch Chain. The Pendant Contains Round Single Cut Diamonds of I1 Clarity & H Color Totaling Exactly 0.11 ...
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Two-Tone Braided Necklace 14 Karat 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

Signature Collection Personalized Mini Script Name Necklace with Three Names
Located in New York, NY
The Personalized "Signature Collection": 14kt Rose Gold mini script name necklace with 3 names shown priced in 14kt Rose Gold. The Personalized "Signature Collection" is also available in Silver, Gold Plate or 14kt Gold with one to as many names as you like. The Mini Script Personalized name...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Silver Plate

Chopard Happy Diamonds Pendant and Chain 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Chopard Happy Diamonds diamond pendant, 18k gold necklace. Pendant and chain original Chopard, 18k gold. Diameter of the pendant 11.5mm Total...
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Early 2000s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 26.07 Carat Diamond Briolette 18 Karat White Gold Dangling Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 26.07 Carat Diamond Briolette Dangling 18 karat White Gold Necklace Made with a combination of one Hole dangling and two hole briolettes, this necklace is a rare beauty. The int...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.0 Ct Natural Oval Shape Emerald & Diamond Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 4.0 Ct Natural Oval shape Emerald stone surrounded by very good quality shiny diamonds . Very desirable color and quality. Extreme fine color and clarity. There are 22 Round brilliant cut diamonds , approximately 0.75 ct diamonds Emeralds have black dots or inclusions as all natural emeralds have inclusions. It has a big bail which is studded with diamonds too. Due to large bail you can put this pendant in thick omega necklace or in pearl necklace Gold 8.7 Grams including chain chain is 18 inch long Origin of Emerald Brazil...
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Antiques Jade Rose Quartz 18 Karat Gold Long Necklace
Located in Milan, IT
Long necklace total length 47cm cabochon rose quartz antiques carved jade with bat shape, little carved buddha, jade drop. Gold. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never be...
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2010s Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Quartz, 18k Gold

30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 19-inch Graduated Tennis Necklace, meticulously crafted in platinum and adorned with captivating emerald-cut diamonds. Each diamond is exper...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

50 Carat Exquisite Colombian Emerald Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Colombian Emerald Necklace: A True Masterpiece of Elegance and Luxury! This stunning necklace features a breathtaking array of Co...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Syna 18 Karat Large Yellow Gold Link Chain
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 30 inch length Weight 12 grams approx. 18 karat yellow gold lobster clasp Chain can be clasped at any length Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, this im...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Curb Link Cuban Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Curb Cuban Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace • 18 inches • 12 grams • 3mm width • Solid Sterling Silver 925
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

4.78 Carat Sapphire and Asscher Cut Diamond Cross
Located in New York, NY
Asscher Cut Sapphires and White Asscher Cut Diamond set in this beautiful and minimalistic Cross. Set with very little metal to allow light to pass from all angles for maximum brilli...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2522 Comes With Dandelion Authenticity Guarantee Card Only Model Happy Diamonds Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Diamond Weight approx 8.7 g Length approx 44 cm Condition Excellen...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Solid 18k Yellow Gold 18" Omega Link Chain Necklace W/ Push Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 47.80 Grams Chain Type: Fancy, Wide, Slightly Domed Polished Omega Link Chain Length: 18 Inches Chain Width: 5.8mm Chain Thickness: 2.5mm Clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Amulette de 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2524 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 RRP £ 5,000 incl. VAT/ € 5 650 incl. VAT Model B3047300 Serial Number AG**** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight approx ...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Made in Israel 14k Yellow Gold 20" Polished Open Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 30.86 Grams Chain Type: Cuban/Curb Link Chain Chain Length: 20 Inches Chain Width: 5.6mm Chain Thickness: 1.8mm Clasp: Lobster Claw Loop End o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond French Bulldog Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
For the Frenchie lover, this Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold French Bulldog Charm is full of personality and complete with diamond eyes. The cable chain is...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "Mantra Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Necklace" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Necklace" ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Marina B. Milan Long Necklace in Wood in 18Kt Yellow Gold and 1.54 Ctw Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace chain designed by Marina B. Bulgari. Stupendous long necklace-chain, created in Milano Italy by the jewelry house of Marina Bvlgari. This modernist necklace has been crafte...
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Early 2000s Italian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

0.53 Carat Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Bold and yet Dainty.. This Chain Necklace has a U-Shaped Pendant that has 13 Round Cut Diamonds (Clarity: SI, Color: F) that weigh 0.53 Carats. The total carat weight of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Large Ball Bead Beaded Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Large Ball Bead Beaded Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace • 18 inches length • 9.75 grams • 2.1 mm width • White Rhodium Plate Finish
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Minimalist Blue Sapphire Charm Necklace Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold for Her
Located in Houston, TX
Minimalist Blue Sapphire Charm Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut blue sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Sapphire s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 14k Gold Mariner Chain Necklace
Located in Manhattan Beach, CA
A solid 14k gold mariner chain featuring a custom pavé double-sided diamond clasp. Can be styled with the diamond clasp in the front, back, lay...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Certified Multi Sapphire Station Chain Necklace for Women in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Certified Multi Sapphire Station Chain Necklace for Women in 18K Gold studded with oval cut multi sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Diamond Cut Box Chain Station Necklace 19 3/4" - 925 Italy
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Chain Style: Diamond Cut Box Necklace Style: Chain Station Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Length: 19 3/4" Chain Width: 1/16" (0.9mm)...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

0.30 Carat Diamond Pearl 18kt Yellow Gold Long Chain Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Libre comme l’Or is a long chain in 18kt yellow gold, diamond and pearl. FREE—LIBRE in French—to wear this versatile jewel according to your mood and fancy. FREE like the diamonds an...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Massive Deco Link Charm Choker (55cm, KU+KA)
Located in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island
Chain necklace in wood with sterling silver clasp. All organic chain is carved by hand. In the case of the chains made of wood, they are absolutely seamless; carved from a single lon...
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 kt Pink Gold Diamonds Necklace 0.40 Carats of Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in new condition, 18-carat pink gold necklace set with 8 brilliant-cut diamonds of approx. 0.40 ct G/VS/SI. Contents of necklace: 18 KT (stamped 750) Diamonds – approx. 0.4...
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

David Yurman Women Chain in 18K yellow Gold 37'' Long
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Material 18K yellow Gold Chain Length 37'' Long Adjustable 35''-37'' Chain weight 11gr Chain Width 1.7mm Condition New without tags Comes with David Yurman Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Flower Baguette Necklace 2.50 Ct.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond necklace set in 18K white gold. The necklace is set with 5 sections of baguette and round stones to create the illusion of a flower look. The total diamond weight of the piec...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond Tennis Necklace 15.50 Carats
Located in Great Neck, NY
Diamond tennis necklace set with 0.15 carat stones each in 14K white gold. The total weight is 15.62 carats. The color of the stones are G, the clarity is SI1-SI2. The total length o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Chain Chain Style: Box Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 15 3/4" Width: 1/16" (0.8mm) Weight: 2.3 Grams Stamps: 750 C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Vermeil Guardian Angel and Cherub Cameo Pendant
Located in Mogliano Veneto, Veneto
Finely detailed porcelain cameo depicting a scene with guardian angel and cherub. Bold and elegant, this is the ideal statement piece to include in you...
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2010s Italian Renaissance Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Vermeil

Diamond Scene Baroque Pearl Black Diamond Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous statement necklace! Over 30 carats of black diamond beads and baroque pearl set in 18k white gold. 50 inch length. A wonder...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 13 Gm, Twisted Chains with Balls in Between
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 13 Gm, Twisted Chains with Balls in Between 4.0 MM wide 17 " Inches long Necklace Weight of the Necklace is 13 Grams stamped 14 K Please look at all ...
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Sapphire Infinity Heart Pendant with Diamonds in White Gold 4mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A diamond studded strip entwines with a lustrous metal strip to form an ornate infinity. Floating amid the graceful infinity is a beautiful heart-shaped blue sapphire in a prong sett...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

22 Karat Gold Ixthus Charm on 18 Karat Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
22k yellow gold ancient Greek Ixthus or Ichthus symbol charm pendant on an 18 inch 18k gold foxtail chain necklace. Charm pendant is 0.69 inch i...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sea Star Charm Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sea Star Charm collection, inspired in the Mediterranean sea colours and gold tokens .... READY TO SHIP *Shipment of this piece is not affected by COVID-19. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

16.40 Pink Opal Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this pendant necklace is hand set with 16.40 carats pink opal, emerald and 4.40 carats of sparkling diamonds on the 29" chain.. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storef...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold "Diamonds by the Yard" Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: Custom made in Los Angeles, CA Metal: 14K gold Weight: 2.6 Gr Main Stone: Round cut Diamonds Carat Total Weight: APPROXIMATELY 0.14 ctw Color: I Clarity: SI Chain Le...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jona Gold-Plate Sterling Silver Woven Chain Necklace
By Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold-plate sterling silver long chain necklace made of woven small chains. Dimensions : L 17.32 in x D 0.19 in - L 44 cm x D 4.96 mm Al...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Cartier Double Heart Diamond Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Two hearts one nesting in the other. Diamonds adorn half of each heart to make one full heart. 16" 2mm cable chain is equipped with a safety chain. From the Skibell Estate Collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage sterling silver curb link chain necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A lovely vintage sterling silver flat curb link chain necklace. Crisp flat curb links really make this chain stand out whilst at the same time making it incredibly easy and comforta...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

13.30 Carat Diamonds Timeless Tennis Neckalce in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Round Diamonds: One hundred forty six meticulously selected pear diamonds grace this necklace, each securely set in a classic prong setting. The total carat weight of 13.30 carats en...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50cttw Delicate Diamond by the Yard Platinum Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The delicate Diamond by the Yard necklace is a stunning piece of jewelry that is sure to turn heads. With a total carat weight of 2.50cttw, the necklace boasts 31 round diamonds that...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Steven Battelle Handwoven 20 inch 22K Gold Snake Chain
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautiful, elegant, and classic chain to display and accent your most precious pendant (or all by itself ! ). Geometrically granulation accented end caps with easy and safe-fasten...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Yellow Gold Box Chain Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Style: Chain Chain Style: Box Fastening Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length: 15 3/4" Width: 1/16" (0.8mm) Weight: 2.3 Grams Stamps: 750 C...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona Design Collection, Hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat Rose gold, 17.7 inch-45cm long, link chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2293 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 RRP £3500 Inc taxes / $3700 exc taxes / 4000 € Inc taxes Model ARP4KL00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight 6.5...
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2010s French Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

tennis necklace
Located in Dublin, IE
ITEM#: 29937 20" inch tennis necklace in white gold and 121 round diamonds in 4 prong crown head set D10.70CT.T.W
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2010s Irish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

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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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