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Modern Chain Necklaces

MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
47 Carats Fancy Yellow White Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Luxurious Fancy Yellow Necklace with a Stunning 4ct Center Diamond! Elevate your style with this exquisite necklace, crafted to perfection with...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 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

1.00CT Cushion Cut Round White Diamond Cluster 18Karat White Gold Chain Pendant
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 1.00ct claw set Cushion Cut pendant, inlaid with various size diamonds this pendant has a unique studded finish that really captures the light. Set in 18ct White Gold whic...
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2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 10 Motif Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels Collection: Vintage Alhambra Type: 10 Motif Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: Blue Agate Motif Dimensions: approx. 12.54 x 1...
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2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Pink Gold Necklace chanel style chain with Blue Topaze Gems
Located in Milano, IT
This 18kt Pink Gold Necklace chain with Blue Topaz is a beautiful and elegant piece of jewelry. Pink gold has a warm and romantic hue that complements various skin tones. Blue topa...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Size-4mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Apple Juice Thermoset Leaf and Topaz Baguette Choker Necklace By Lisner, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp - Gold tone - "Apple Juice" thermoset leaves - Aurora Borealis crystal accents - Topaz-colored baguette ...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Chain Necklaces

Snake Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Snake Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace • 18 Inches Length • 10.20 grams • 2.6 mm width • Solid Sterling Silver 925 • White Rhodium Plate Finish
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

132ct cushion Pink Kunzite, Tsavorite and Pink Sapphire Necklace.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K rose gold pendant, featuring an opulent 132-carat cushion-cut Pink Kunzite, adorned by Pink Sapphires 0.67 cts, Tsavorite Garnets 1.01 cts and white shimmering diamonds 0.52 cts....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Kunzite, Spinel, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

49" Diamond By the Yard Necklace with 8.00 Carat Total 18k White & Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
49 inch long Diamond By the Yard Necklace with 8.00 Carats Total Weight 18k White & Yellow Gold Long Diamond by the Yard Necklace features R...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Love Pendant/Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Tiffany & Co. Love Pendant/Necklace featuring a total diamond weight of 0.12 carats with round cut diamonds. Crafted from solid 18k rose and white gold, both the chain and pendant ha...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Yurman 18K Gold and Diamond Choker Necklace with Pave Set Diamond Center
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This vintage David Yurman 18K yellow gold double wheat link necklace has, as it's centerpiece, a cushion shaped, rope edge plate pave set with fifty round brilliant cut diamonds havi...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate Tiffany & Co Necklace 16" Choker 14k Yellow Gold Fancy Link Weave Braided
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Tiffany & Co choker necklace, crafted in 14k yellow. The necklace features an interwoven fancy link weave pattern that graduates from 4.5mm t...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Necklace Set With 10 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This necklace set features 10 natural round brilliant cut diamonds with the total weight of 0.35ct. The diamonds are set in 18ct yellow gold, and total length of the necklace is 18...
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2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, Tiny Cross Necklace
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 Karat Gold Cross shaped Charm Necklace. Cross pendant necklace. Cross necklace for women. Gold cross necklace. Gold cross necklace women. Tiny cross neck...
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2010s Turkish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern 18 karat Yellow Gold Italian Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Modern 18-karat Yellow Gold Italian Necklace is a contemporary and stylish piece of jewelry that epitomizes Italian craftsmanship and design. Crafted with precision and attention...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Smith 1950's Modernist Tiger's Eye Brass Sphere Vintage Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an organically textured curved brass form with tapered terminals With a natural oxidized patina - one end terminates with cable link chain Suspending a 37.0 mm round carved tigers eye...
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1950s Vintage Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, Brass

Byzantine 3mm Necklace In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Byzantine 3mm Necklace In Yellow Gold Discover the exquisite craftsmanship of our Byzantine 3mm Necklace, masterfully created in 14k yellow gold. This luxurious necklace, with its ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mozambique, pear-cut Green Tourmaline Pendant. 7.32-carat, GIA certified.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A splendid 7.32-carat untreated green Tourmaline from Mozambique takes the limelight with round shimmering diamonds totaling 0.27cts in this beauteous 18K yellow gold pendant. GIA ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your style with this exquisite 1 ct Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace, a timeless piece that radiates elegance and sophistication. This adjustable necklac...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified 16.60 Carat Oval Cut Riviera Diamond Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite Riviera Necklace oval diamonds g color vs2 si1 eye clean
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 1.44 Carat COLOMBIAN Minor Oil Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing a captivating Columbian Green Emerald Pendant set in 14k Yellow Gold, accompanied by a matching necklace. The pendant and chain together have a total weight of 3.6 grams...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Box Fancy Thin Dainty Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Box Fancy Thin Dainty Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace • 1.75 Grams • 16 Inches Length • 1 mm width • White Rhodium Plated Finish
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hakimoto 18K Gold Tahitian South Sea Pearl Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Station Necklace A classic and wearable Natural Color Tahitian Station pearl necklace. The necklace is Made with 7 Baroque South Sea Pearls size 10-11mm. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Evil Eye Turquoise Lapis Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, this evil eye pendant necklace is hand set with 11.11 Turquoise, 4.73 carats Lapis and .27 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

Linear Link Chain Necklace, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link Chain Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to creat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Pink Sapphire Round Diamond 3.00 Carat Bespoke 18KT White Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous bespoke pink sapphire flower-shaped brooch pendant features 2.66 carat pink sapphire and 0.57 carat diamond, making a total of over 3.23 carat of gemstones. The diamond...
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2010s British Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k ...

Linear Link Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link Chain Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to creat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

18kt Pink Gold long Necklace chain with Pink Quartz Gems & Natural diamonds
Located in Milano, IT
All of our jewellery is made by Italian Artisans to guarantee the Made In Italy manufacturing. This 18kt Pink Gold Necklace chain with Pink Quartz gems is a beautiful and elegant pi...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Diamond, Quartz, Gold

Flat Curb Chain, 18K Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Flat Curb Chain is elegantly designed for that matchless style. The necklace features a unique design that combines the classic curb chain style with a flat profil...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Clustered Chain Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Clustered Chain Necklace glistens and can be compared to a cluster of beehives. Expertly handcrafted for that timeless look. Can be styled with a light weight neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Flat Curb Chain, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Flat Curb Chain is elegantly designed for that matchless style. The necklace features a unique design that combines the classic curb chain style with a flat profil...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 56 Carat Oval Cut Riviera Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing our exquisite 56-carat Heart Shape Riviera Necklace, adorned with naturally certified GIA diamonds in stunning D/F color. Elevate your style with this timeless masterpiec...
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

49.52ct emerald-cut, Aquamarine 18K white gold pendant. AGL certified.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Named after seawater, aquamarine’s fresh watery hue is a cool plunge into a refreshing pool. Aquamarine crystals are known to be large in size and relatively clean and well-formed, m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Hermes Equestrian Necklace Sterling Silver 35" Long Belcher Chain Horseshoe
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Hermes equestrian necklace, crafted in 925 sterling silver. The long 35" chain features three round horse ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Clustered Chain Necklace, 18k White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Clustered Chain Necklace glistens and can be compared to a cluster of beehives. Expertly handcrafted for that timeless look. Can be styled with a light weight neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Flat Curb Chain, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Flat Curb Chain is elegantly designed for that matchless style. The necklace features a unique design that combines the classic curb chain style with a flat profil...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Clustered Chain Necklace, 18k Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Clustered Chain Necklace glistens and can be compared to a cluster of beehives. Expertly handcrafted for that timeless look. Can be styled with a light weight neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Sheena's Diamond Cuban Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace Information Metal : 14k Gold Total Grams : 58-101 grams Diamond Cut : Round Total Diamond Carats : 10ttcw Chain Width : 5.5mm Diamond Clarity : VS Diamond Color : F-G Length...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Clustered Chain Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Clustered Chain Necklace glistens and can be compared to a cluster of beehives. Expertly handcrafted for that timeless look. Can be styled with a light weight neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Linear Link Chain Necklace, 18K White Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link Chain Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to creat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Linear Link Chain Necklace, 18K Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link Chain Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to creat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Zara's Diamond Hamsa Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Hamsa diamond necklace provides both a spiritual and fashionable on trend look. Necklace Information Metal : 14k Gold Diamond Cut : Round Total Diamond Carats : 2ttcw Diamond ...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Name Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Makes a perfect gift for your loved ones for Anniversaries, Birthdays, Valentine's, and Holidays. Necklace Information Metal : 18k Gold Diamond Cut : Round Total Diamond Carats : 0....
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold (0.1 ctw diamond)
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Carat Weight: This graceful cross necklace features a total of 0.1 carats of diamonds. The necklace is adorned with 16 round-cut diamonds, each selected for its exquisite...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

0.12 Carat Diamonds Wing Cross Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Carat Weight: This exquisite cross necklace boasts a total of 0.12 carats of diamonds. Adorned with 11 meticulously chosen round-cut diamonds, the necklace exudes a delic...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rope Palma Twisted Wheat Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
Rope Palma Twisted Wheat Link Fancy Link 925 Sterling Silver Chain Necklace • 24 inches • 10.20 grams • 2.2 mm width • Solid Sterling Silver 925 • White Rhodium Plate Finish
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

9 Carat Cabochon Star Sapphire with 2 Ct. Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This is a beautiful 9.14 ct Cabochons Cut Blue Oval Star Sapphire & 2.23 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond & Halo Line Necklace 16.5". The necklace is 16.5" long, weighs 21.6 grams of...
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, Rose Gold, Platinum

20 Carat Diamond Link Round Brilliant Cut Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This gorgeous necklace will simply take your breath away! It features natural round brilliant cut diamonds. These sparkling diamonds conservatively grade as G/H VS/ in quality.
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Empire Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: The Empire Necklace is an unparalleled piece, that is classic in design with intricate details handcrafted to perfection for that distinctive look. Can be worn on i...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Micro Pave Necklace, 18K Rose Gold, 2.74ct
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Introducing our Micro Pave Necklace, an exquisite piece that seamlessly marries delicate craftsmanship with dazzling brilliance. This necklace boasts a total carat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern 18 Karat Rose Gold Melanie Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. This choker necklace features a convict chain with the first name Mélanie in the center. The clasp is a spring ring. Length : 39....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tennis Necklace, 18K Gold, 26.67ct
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Discover timeless elegance with our Tennis Necklace, a symbol of enduring sophistication. Meticulously crafted, this necklace features a seamless row of brilliant di...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Micro Pave Necklace, 18K Gold, 2.74ct
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Introducing our Micro Pave Necklace, an exquisite piece that seamlessly marries delicate craftsmanship with dazzling brilliance. This necklace boasts a total carat...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Tennis Necklace, 18K Rose Gold, 26.67ct
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Discover timeless elegance with our Tennis Necklace, a symbol of enduring sophistication. Meticulously crafted, this necklace features a seamless row of brilliant di...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

45 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
An exquisite 45 carat riviera tennis necklace F color clarity SI2-SI3 100% eye clean
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold

Linear Link Curved Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link curved Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Linear Link Curved Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: Linear link curved Necklace is symmetrically aligned with a bold modern look with internal curvature. Can be worn on its own or layered with other necklaces to crea...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

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