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Contemporary Chain Necklaces

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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Creator: Faye Kim
Style: Contemporary
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Link Chain, Mini Length 27"
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Heavy, Mini Oval Link Chain, handmade with a matte finish, is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. This beautiful piece has heft an...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Link Chain, Small Length 24"
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Heavy Small Oval Link Chain, handmade with a matte finish, is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. This beautiful piece has heft an...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Link Chain Length 32"
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Heavy, Small Oval Link Chain, handmade with a matte finish, is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. This beautiful piece has heft a...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Link Chain, Mini Length 24"
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Heavy Mini Oval Link Chain, handmade with a matte finish, is a must-have for every jewelry wardrobe. This beautiful piece has heft and...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k 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

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Hinged Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Banded Agate Hinged Pendant is bezel set and offers just the right amount of movement. This spectacular one-of-a-kind piece offers a lustrous display of mu...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Diamond Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, the mini version of Faye's popular diamond Dog Tag pendants are perfect for everyday. The pendant is matte-finished in 18K ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Mini Dog Tag Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, the mini version of Faye Kim's popular larger diamond Dog Tag pendants is perfect for both every day and special occasion wear. The pendant is matte-finis...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Diamond Large Hinged Dog Tag Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Large Dog Tag with its hinged bail and matte finish is perfect for every day. Perfect for any occasion, this piec...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone 20" Fringe Necklace with 2" Cluster
Located in Westport, CT
One of a Kind - Faye Kim's Moonstone Fringe 20" necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold enhance the moonstones' stri...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Oval Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Oval Link Chain is a perfect blend of modern and classic style...a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain, with its small connecting oval links, is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile pie...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Mini Paperclip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Handmade Vintage-Style Platinum Mini Paperclip Chain is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile piece can be worn alone or as a layer...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Handmade Mini Marquise Link Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim Platinum Handmade Mini Marquise Link Necklace is both classic and versatile, and is certain to become a must have in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped links g...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Oval Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Oval Link Chain is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile piece can be worn alone or as a laye...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Round Planished Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Round Planished Link Chain is a perfect blend of modern and classic style...a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile piece, w...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Planished Paperclip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Planished Paperclip Chain with Round Links is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. This versatile pi...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum Mini Paperclip Vintage Link Chain, with its small connecting oval links, is a must have for every jewelry wardr...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's chic 18 Karat Gold Round Link Chain is classic and timeless yet modern...ideal for wearing alone, with a pendant or charms, or layered with other necklaces and chains. Ch...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye Kim's Platinum and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds ad...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Umba Sapphire Briolette 21" Fringe Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
One of a Kind - Faye Kim's Umba Sapphire Briolette Fringe Necklace, with its pretty toggle closure and 2.5" umba cluster, is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent hues. Ha...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 18"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Classic and versatile, this 18 karat gold handmade marquise link chain is a must have in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixe...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Planished XL Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Planished XL Link Chain. The oval planished links with their matte finish gives the piece gorgeous texture and a bold, mode...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 16"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Classic and versatile, this 18 karat gold handmade marquise link chain is a must have in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixe...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Round Planished Lighter Weight Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Round Planished Lighter Weight Link Chain. The perfect go-to chain has round planished links all of which give it gor...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Diamond Oval Moonstone Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
This beautiful Faye Kim Triple Diamond Oval Moonstone Bezel Pendant is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold finish enhances t...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Heavy Oval Planished XL Link Chain and Large Oval Locket
Located in Westport, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Heavy Oval Planished XL Link Chain Link and 18 Karat Gold Large Oval Locket. The oval planished link chain with its m...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Planished Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Experience luxury every day in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Handmade Oval Planished Link Chain. The oval planished links with its matte finish gives it gorgeous texture and a bold, moder...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Wheel Paperclip Lariat Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Wheel Paperclip Lariat Necklace Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18k gold and diamond...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Hinged Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's Platinum Diamond Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved and which shimmers and sparkles with its diamonds, is matte-finished in platinum and hangs on an 18 karat white gold oval link...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Medium Hinged Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Diamond Studded Medium Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved, is matte-finished and hangs on an 18 Karat Gold Chain, making it perfect for any occasion. Whether worn alone or layered, this piece will elevate your style to another level! Pendant: 1" x 1" - item may vary slightly from photo Diamonds: .60 Carats twt Chain: 24", adjustable Chain links 2x3mm each Pendant and chain can be sold separately: Pendant: $4250 Chain: $3000 Model shown wearing gold diamond dog tag pendant and plain gold dog tag...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Hinged Dog Tag Necklace, Medium
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's Platinum Hinged Dog Tag Necklace is perfect for every day. The pendant, which can be engraved, is matte-finished in...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum, White Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Oval Ceylon Moonstone Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's Platinum Bezel Oval Moonstone Pendant, suspended on a chain, is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues. The shape, polish, and matte platinum finish en...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Platinum

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Small Oval Link Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Small Oval Link Chain Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 karat gold handmade oval link chain is a must in every jewelry wardrobe. It elevates the traditional ca...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Link Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold White South Sea Pearl Necklace is interspersed with gold links to give it lightness. Shown as a lariat in photos but can be worn without the lariat. Can also...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hinged Dog Tag Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, Faye Kim's popular 18 Karat Gold Hinged Dog Tag Pendant is perfect for every day. The pendant is matte-finished and shown o...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Star of David Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Beautifully handcrafted in 18K Green Gold this Star of David charm is studded with white diamonds. The cable chain is 16-18" adjustable Diamonds =...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Link Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Necklace is interspersed with gold links to give it lightness. Shown as a lariat in photos but can be worn without the lariat. Can also ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Hand-Wrapped Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Meticulously finished in 18k gold*, lustrous freshwater pearls are hand-wrapped to create a timeless pearl chain that has adorned fashionable women throughout time. With oversized, slightly off-round pearls and a large handmade clasp...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Hummingbird Charm with Diamond Eye on Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Hummingbird, part of the designer's Signature Charm Collection, features a sparkly diamond eye and can be sold separately from the chain or soldered onto one...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain - 19"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Handmade Mini Marquise Link Chain. Classic and versatile, this 18 karat gold handmade marquise link chain is a must have in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixe...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Marquise Link Chain - 22"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Marquise Link Chain is both classic and versatile, and can be a staple in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped matte-finished links give text...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Marquise Link Chain - 19"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Handmade Marquise Link Chain is both classic and versatile, and can be a staple in every jewelry wardrobe. Alternating mixed shaped matte-finished links give text...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paper Clip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18k gold Paper Clip chain. Completely versatile - the elongated links allow fo...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Long Paper Clip Chain Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Experience everyday luxury in this Faye Kim custom handcrafted Paper Clip chain. This 18 karat matte gold paper clip chain features double planished circle links. Completely versati...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm Necklace with Diamond Eyes
Located in Westport, CT
Symbolizing wisdom, truth, and knowledge, Faye Kim's 18k gold Owl with diamond eyes, perched on a branch is beautiful, wise and charming! Owl Length x Wi...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classic ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Classic and versatile, Faye's 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Station Necklace is a must have for every jewelry wardrobe. Its bezel-set diamonds add subtle sparkle and shine to a classic ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Mini Paperclip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold* Mini Paperclip Chain Length 26" Width of links 2.5mm 18 Karat Gold Chalcedony Bezel Pendant, shown in photos, sold separately Model in white v-neck wearing...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handwrapped Natural Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold* Handwrapped Natural Pearl Chain Necklace: Triple strands of hand wrapped natural seed pearl necklace in 18k gold L...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone 36" Fringe Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
One of a Kind - Faye Kim's Moonstone Fringe 36" necklace is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent hues. The shape, polish, and matte gold e...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim Platinum Diamond Dog Tag Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Versatile and easy to wear, the mini version of Faye's popular diamond Dog Tag pendants are perfect for everyday wear. The pendant is matte-finished in...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Faye Kim 18K Gold Round Moonstone Pendant with Diamond Bail on Handmade Chain
Located in Westport, CT
As ancient as the moon itself, the meaning of Moonstone lies within its energy. The pearly iridescence of this 18 Karat Gold Round Moonstone Pendant with its diamond bail evokes tran...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18K Gold Landscape Agate Pendant on Cable Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18K* Gold Landscape Agate Pendant very much resembles a natural landscape and makes a striking design statement. Each piece is a unique, one...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Rolo Chain 26"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Rolo Chain with safety clasp. Classic and versatile, Faye's 18k gold handmade rolo link chain is a must in every je...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Fortune Cookie Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
For Good Fortune! Faye Kim's solid 18K green gold fortune cookie charm symbolizes prosperity, luck, and good fortune. Cable Chain = 16-18" adjustable A...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paper Clip Chain
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain Experience everyday luxury in Faye Kim's handcrafted 18k gold Paper Clip chain. Completely versatile - the elongated links allow fo...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Handmade Oval Link Chain 18"
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Oval Link Chain Classic and versatile, Faye's 18k gold handmade oval link chain is a must in every jewelry wardrobe. It elevates the traditional cable link ch...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

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