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: Tourmaline
Style: Contemporary
14k Gold Signature Bezel Set Dusty Pink Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
A dusty pink bezel set tourmaline creates the perfect palate for a simple necklace. Suspended in the middle of a 14k gold chain, the tourmaline ha...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topa...
Syna Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Pink tourmaline 1.50 carats approx.
Diamonds 1.50 carats approx.
18 inch length
18 karat yellow gold lobster clasp
Limited edition
Crafted with luxur...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
43ct Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Pearl and Ruby Body Chain set in 10k
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gem Type: Aquamarine
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 43.14 cts
Measurements: 20.63 x 18.80 x 16.77 mm
Shape: Cushion
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
T...
Category
2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline
43ct Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Pearl and Ruby Body Chain Set in 10k
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gem Type: Aquamarine
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 43.14 cts
Measurements: 20.63 x 18.80 x 16.77 mm
Shape: Cushion
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
T...
Category
2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Mandala Medallion Necklace with Pink Tourmaline
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold mandala medallion is a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry, perfect for a yoga or meditation lover. It is hand-engraved with a rhythmic motif of scrolling foliage surroundin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond with Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace
Style:Chain
WEIGHT: 4.2 Grams
Base Metal:Gold
Diamond Carat Weight:0.45CT
Diamond Clarity Grade:VS2
Diamond Color Grade:G
Number ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold Signature Bezel Set Dark Green Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
14K Gold Signature Bezel Set Dark Green Tourmaline Necklace
A dark green bezel set tourmaline creates the perfect palate for a simple necklace. ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Bar Necklace with Diamond and Pink Tourmaline
Located in Venice, CA
This one-of-a-kind 14k white gold necklace was handmade by Master Jeweler Michael von Krenner. A simple bar of white gold was used as a palate to hand-engrave with traditional scroll...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Gold Signature Bezel Set Pale Pink Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
A pale pink bezel set tourmaline creates the perfect palate for a simple necklace. Suspended in the middle of a 14k gold chain, the tourmaline han...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold and Pink Tourmaline Medallion Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
The 14k white gold medallion necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece, hand-engraved by Master Jeweler Michael von Krenner. It its center, a pin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Multi-Color Tourmaline and Pavè Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bead Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
A rainbow spectrum of round faceted Green, Orange, Pink, Indicolite Blue, Yellow and Rubellite Tourmaline with accent grey pavè Diamonds set in an oxidized sterling silver and 18k ye...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 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
Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Citrine, Amethyst, 1...
Rosaria Varra Tahitian Pearl and Turquoise Bead Lariat Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A lariat style necklace designed by Rosaria Varra featuring alternating Tahitian pearl and turquoise beads. The light grey tahitian pearls are round shape with excellent luster and m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Aylen One of a Kind Indicolite Tourmaline 18k Gold Cats Necklace 155gr.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This in an impressive custom made adorable long necklace by Peter Aylen from the Aylen & Son Company , it is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold with a poli...
Category
1980s American Vintage Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
Category
2010s German Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Opal Blue Tourmaline Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Blue Tourmaline Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary
Designer: J Dauphin
Medal Gold Plated and Chain is Gold Filled.
J Dauphin jewelry is hand made in Los...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Tourmaline, Gold Plate
Dove Chain Necklace Aquamarine Blue Tourmaline Medal J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Chain Necklace Aquamarine Blue Tourmaline Medal J Dauphin
Chunky Chain in Gold Filled 24" Long
Marquis Aquamarine and Blue Tourmaline
Medal is 14k Gold Plated
Designer: J Dauph...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze
Orange Tourmaline 18 Carats Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
This necklace is set with an orange oval tourmaline in closed setting.
Adjustable collar length: 40 or 37.5 cm (15.7 or 14.5 inch)
18 carats yellow gold necklace, 750/1000 th (eagl...
Category
2010s French Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Watermelon Tourmaline Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Joon Han
Located in New York, NY
A pendant necklace of a heart shaped watermelon tourmaline with diamond accents, handcrafted in 18 karat yellow gold with an 18 inch chain of 14 karat yellow gold.
This beautiful on...
Category
2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
RUCHI Paraiba Tourmaline White Gold Prong-Set Solitaire Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold
Paraiba Tourmaline: 3.78ct total weight.
18in Adjustable Chain
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Rose Quartz Stars and Tourmaline Diamonds Rose Gold Chain Choker Necklace
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made 9 karat gold five stone chain choker necklace with three Rose Quartz Stars and two diamond shaped pink Tourmalines. This 16" piece is very sweet and easy to wear. As with m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Tourmaline, Rose 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
Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Peridot, Iolite, Garnet, Citrine, Amethyst, Gold...
Rose Gold Four Tourmaline Green and Pink Drop Cabochon Chain Chocker Necklace
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made in 9 karat Rose gold, this chain choker necklace has four stones distributed around the neckline in two different colours: two drop shaped deep green cabochons and two pink...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Rose Gold
Rosaria Varra Tahitian Pearl and Pink Tourmaline Bead Station Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A dainty yet striking necklace by Rosaria Varra, featuring matched light silver Tahitian pearl round shape, and natural light pink tourmaline beads...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oxidized Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline Crystal Necklace
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
An oxidized sterling silver and 18k yellow gold pendant set with one 19.32 carat green tourmaline crystal on a 3mm 18 inch oxidized sterling s...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Maviada's Color Logo Chain Necklace in 18k Gold, Reverse Cut, London Blue Topaz
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
As seen in Departures, Wallpaper* magazines - Chain link necklaces are so in style now and Maviada's colour large logo chain necklace, exclusive to Maviada, in luxurious 18k solid go...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Topaz, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maviada's Color Logo Chain Necklace in 18k Gold, Reverse Cut Pink Tourmaline
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
As seen in Departures, Wallpaper* magazines - Chain link necklaces are so in style now and Maviada's colour large logo chain necklace, exclusive to Maviada, in luxurious 18k solid gold, is the best necklace offering colour, style and sophistication.
These necklaces have a wonderful substantial weight of approximately 13.72g, a truly impressive necklace to be worn on a daily basis. The solid gold logo measures 27mm x 27mm (approximately 1″ x 1″), set with our playful yet edgy, 4mm reverse diamond...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Tourmaline Heart with Emeralds and Ruby Chain Choker Necklace
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made 9 karat yellow gold chain choker with a Heart shaped Tourmaline Cabochon, a rose cut Ruby and a rose cut Emerald to one side, a rose cut Emerald and a Tourmaline cabochon t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Varied Rainbow Tourmaline and Spinel Cabochon Chain Choker Necklace
By Susana Lang
Located in London, GB
Hand made 9 karat Rose gold 8 stone varied rainbow (indigo, lilac, dark green, light green, yellow, pink, red and burgundy) Tourmaline and Spinel chain choker necklace which can be w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Tourmaline, Spinel, Rose Gold
Maviada's Color Logo Chain Necklace in 18k Gold, Reverse Cut, Sky Blue Topaz
By MAVIADA
Located in GB
As seen in Departures, Wallpaper* magazines - Chain link necklaces are so in style now and Maviada's colour large logo chain necklace, exclusive to Maviada, in luxurious 18k solid gold, is the best necklace offering colour, style and sophistication.
These necklaces have a wonderful substantial weight of approximately 13.72g, a truly impressive necklace to be worn on a daily basis. The solid gold logo measures 27mm x 27mm (approximately 1″ x 1″), set with our playful yet edgy, 4mm reverse diamond...
Category
2010s Turkish Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 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...
Category
2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This fine little fleur de lis pendant was made here in our shop by Eytan Brandes in 14 karat white gold and meticulously pavé-set with 26 sparkling white diamonds.
The diamonds are very small but high quality (our supplier rates them G-H color and VS clarity) earth-mined, untreated and natural stones. The total diamond weight is 0.135 carats.
As a finishing touch, a 1.2 carat tourmaline briolette in a lovely, plummy shade of violet is suspended from the bottom.
The pendant is fixed on a beaded chain of jammy faceted rough...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18k White Gold Blue Tourmaline and Yellow Sapphire Bar Necklace
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k white gold bar necklace featuring one bezel set oval faceted blue tourmaline .66 carats and two pear shaped faceted yellow sapphires 1.12 carats, on a 16 inch white gold cable...
Category
2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deakin & Francis 18 Karat White Gold Pink Tourmaline, Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London
This beautifully dainty and elegant necklace comprises of 6 pink tourmalines, 6 white diamonds and 12 cultured pearls. Made from the finest 18kt white gold this necklace is perfect for all occasions! Day to night, casual or formal this necklace covers them all. Hallmarked for authenticity and a 1st dibs exclusive...
Category
2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline and Rubellite Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a one-of-a-kind 14 karat gold necklace. It has two impressive dark green tourmalines and an eye popping rubelite briolette, not to mention three single cut diamonds. The combination is stunning. This could easiliy become your everyday necklace. With the sturdy 14K gold and the toughness of the tourmaline, this necklace will last a lifetime and beyond. This would make a great gift for an October birthday.
St. John and Myers Jewelry is the only jeweler in Central Kentucky with expertise in antique and period jewelry, custom design, and restoration of antique jewelry.
If you have any questions, give us a call during store hours...
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Leyser 18K White Gold Multi-Colour Gemstones & Diamonds Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones.
This 18k white gold (62.26g) necklace has 30x fine facetted gemstones (round, 8mm, Tourmal...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Aquamarine, Morganite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Color Semi Precious Color Stone and Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
18K yellow gold chain, bezel set with faceted square amethyst, tourmaline, garnet, blue topaz, peridot and 16 full cut round diamonds weighing .97cts, G-H color, VS-SI1 clarity
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
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