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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Gemstone: Citrine
Style: Contemporary
18k Matte Yellow Gold Chain with 14k Citrine Crowned Pendant, App. 12.36 CTS
Located in Southport, CT
18k and 14k yellow gold necklace. This striking necklace features a matte finished, oval link chain, from which suspends a large, horizontal oval faceted, lemon-lime color citrine, a...
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 14k 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 Vintage Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Marco Bicego Paradise Multi-Color Gemstone Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Marco Bicego
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Marco Bicego Paradise multi-colored gemstone necklace features vibrant briolette-cut stones set in 18 karat yellow gold. Each stone, ranging in hues from deep blues and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topa...
BELIEVE Necklace
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Sky's the limit
Design: Suspended from a length of silver chain, 4 hand carved butterflies are joined with a dollop of emerald cut citrine. Forming a graceful "V", this d...
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2010s North American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Sterling Silver
8 Stone Multicolor Necklace in 18 K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
EJ 1478
8 stone multicolor necklace in 18 K gold. (Stock code EJ 1478)
Be surrounded by Gems of the world ! A fascinating array of colored, faceted rose cut treasures on an 18 K gold chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Garnet, Quartz, Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 18...
18K Yellow Gold 59.1 Ct Semi Precious Multi Gemstone Chain Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Gemstone Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mix cut multi gemstone.
Accessorize your look with this elegant multi gemstone cha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, 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, 1...
Sorab & Roshi Amber flower Necklace with Citrine center
Located in Greenwich, CT
A multi Amber flower Necklace with faceted Citrine center and Carnelian links in between on an Amber and gold chain toggle clasp, set in 18 kar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Citrine, Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Bar and Citrine Briolette Multi Strand Necklace, circa 2000
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold necklace consists of three strands of alternating gold bars and citrine briolette beads suspended between delicate gold chain. The sh...
Category
20th Century Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Demetrios I Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Amethyst Citrine Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver coin of Demetrios I minted circa 200-185 B.C. set in 18K yell...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver
Multi Gem Station Necklace 14 Karat White Gold By The Yard Sautoir Amethyst
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to have this iconic 36 inch Multi Gem Sautoir Station Necklace with Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz and Peridot Gems of varying cuts and sizes all bezel set and ...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Amethyst Garnet Citrine Peridot Tourmaline Design Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Feisty Necklace Oval cut Amethyst Garnet Citrine Peridot Tourmaline
A feisty necklace colored stones made of one line of the ...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k ...
Citrine Bonbon Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
When you just need a little something sweet, our Bonbon Necklace is just the thing. Here, with yellow citrine. Plays well alone or with others. 18" chain with additional clasp optio...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 14k Gold
Gem Set Yellow Gold Vintage Necklace with Peridot, Amethyst, Citrine, and Garnet
Located in Aspen, CO
Fine multi-color natural gems are bezel set in a fine yellow gold necklace. The 28 natural bright round brilliant cut stones - 5 amethyst, 6 peridot, 6 madeira citrine, 6 garnet an...
Category
Late 20th Century Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace with Multi Colored Stone Baguettes
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
A colorful addition to any necklace collection. Our Confetti gold chain features gorgeous colored baguette stones in a mix of rhodolite, peridot, citrine, moonstone and london blue ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold...
Citrus Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant in 18kt yellow gold set with 151 diamonds 0.88 cts and 196 citrines 6.46 cts
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine Albion Tassel Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Tustin, CA
We are pleased to offer this David Yurman Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Citrine Albion Tassel Necklace. The Albion line was introduced in 1994. David Yurman wanted to design a li...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Silver and Gold Chain Necklace with Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine & Opal
By Amy Glaswand
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and colorful version of a chain necklace. The oxidized silver chain is interspersed with varied shaped custom cut stones and colo...
Category
Early 20th Century American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Aquamarine, Gold, Silver
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace Key White Diamond Emerald Ruby Chakra J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chakra Key Silver Pendant Gold Plated Necklace White Diamond Emerald Ruby
J DAUPHIN necklace "Crystal Mind" with silver key and chakra gems Rubies, Orange Sapphire, Citrine, Emerald...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Pl...
Yellow Gold Pear and Trillion Citrine Chain Choker Necklace
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made in 9 karat gold with two trillion cut shaped Citrines to the side and one pear cut shaped Citrine in the middle. It can be worn effortlessly for any occasion at two differe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Yellow Gold
Goshwara Citrine Multi-Shape Station Necklace
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Citrine Multi-Shape Station Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold from ‘Gossip’ Collection
Approx Length 36”
Stone Size: 19 x 12 mm & 16 x 12 mm
Gemstone Approx Wt: Moo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Yellow Gold
A & Furst 18 Karat Gold Sapphire and Semi Precious Bouquet Pendant and Chain
By A & Furst
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Carlo Antonini for A Furst , third generation jewelers from Valenza ,Italy. This amazing 18 karat rose gold pendant necklace is from their s...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
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Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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DIAMONDS: twelve round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.60 carat, approximately G color, VS clarity
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