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Link Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 20th Century
Period: 1980s
Rare Bulgari Onyx, Ruby and Gold “Half Moon” Set
Located in New York, NY
Rare Bulgari Onyx, Ruby and Gold “Half Moon” Set comprising Necklace and Earrings. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
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1970s Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Ruby, Gold

Gold Star Link Choker Necklace By Kirks Folly, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible jewelry piece from the '80s - 17" length with additional 4.5" extender chain - Can be worn as choker or extended to standard necklace length - Gold p...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Robert Lee Morris Gold Plated Brass Guinevere Domes Necklace
Located in New York, NY
In 1983, RLM made a collection based on the book "The Mists of Avalon", and this piece is one of them. Romantic and dramatic, the rich gold plating gives this a luxurious and lumino...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

1990s Chanel Gold Chain and Large Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
1990s Chanel large simulated pearl and gold chain link necklace. From the time Karl Lagerfeld and Victoire de Castellane were the creative directors for the House in fashion and jewellery respectively. This single strand sautoir simply slips on over the head and has a gold plated and engraved authenticity cartouche stamped Chanel, Made in France. Season '29' corresponds to 1990 as the year of manufacture. This necklace is in superb vintage condition overall. Early Chanel...
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1990s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold Choker 5.16 TDW Charms
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold Choker 5.16 TDW This stunning estate necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with d...
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Late 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

36" Gilded Bezel Set Colored Swarovski Crystal Necklace by Swarovski, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Measures 36" in length - Gold plated - Peacock green, fuchsia & Sapphire colored Swarovski crystals - By Swarovski (signed with swan hangtag) - Circa 1980s - E...
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1980s Austrian Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Vintage Givenchy Gold Necklace with Wheat Pattern Circa 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Gold Necklace with Wheat Pattern interspersed around in three rows. Textured. There are Hoops on my site that Match. Wheat is ...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Givenchy Signed Vintage Chromed Metal Chain and Ball Pendant Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This ever so chic signed Givenchy necklace is vintage. It has the toggle clasp and is from the 80's. The ball pendants hang off the link chain. There are 2 different size balls that become ball pendants hanging off the link chain. It is chunky, substantial and modern. It is a chromed metal of some sort. This is a timeless piece and will go day to evening. How great will this look with a leather jacket ? It is 8 inches high or long on ones neck and each side is 1.5" W. When sitting on your neck it is 4 inches wide. It almost has a silver gun metal look...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Puffy Gold Chevron & Diamond Link Choker Necklace By Givenchy, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 16" length - 1" width - Shiny gold plate - Fold over clasp with signature GG logo hardware - By Givenchy (sig...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Openwork Link Necklace 42 Grams Italy
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold necklace featuring 33 oval openwork links measuring 27.4 inches, 42 grams. Italian Hallmark. Great for layering!
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 18k Yellow Gold Polished & Brushed Finish Geometric Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a unique chain necklace that was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. The necklace features simple and elegant geometric links giving this piece its unique look. The link...
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

925 Silver Acrylic Finland 1988 Lapponia Björn Weckstöm Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
925 Silver Acrylic Finland 1988 Lapponia Björn Weckstöm Necklace Necklace Lenght 43cm Very good condition, See picture. See also my other items there for more Björn Weckström jew...
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1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Scintillating Modern 18K White Gold Diamond Fashion Necklace with Drop
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This modern design 18K white gold and diamond necklace absolutely shimmers and scintillates. The necklace measures 18 inches in length, and from the center hangs a 1 5/8 inch diamond...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier White Gold and Diamond 'Panthere' Tyrana' Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Round diamonds, 18k white gold (French mark), circa 1996, signed Cartier, numbered Cartier, 1996: Certificate of Authenticity Diamonds: 48 round with total weight of 1.12 carats Colo...
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1990s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds 18 Karat
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This unique piece by Greek Master Jeweler Ilias Lalao...
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Late 20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14K Yellow Gold Wide Fancy Omega Link Collar Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fancy and very well made omega link collar necklace that was crafted in Italy from solid 14k yellow gold. This beautiful necklace measures 9.6mm wide and has a slightl...
Category

1990s Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Link Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add this classic to your jewelry collection! There's no going wrong with a basic gold chain that will last you a lifetime. Pair with a pendant or layer with other necklaces to create a dramatic look. It features a 14 inch length, a beautiful Gucci-style link, and a clasp closure. Style with a Yves Saint Laurent blouse, some Chanel earrings, and a Louis Vuitton handbag...
Category

1980s Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Seventies Gold Rolo Necklace, Italy
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 14k, Italy. The perfect everyday necklace, this Italian rolo link has a robust chunkiness that is pleasing to the touch and agreeable to the eye. Substantial and well-m...
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1970s Italian Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fancy 3-D Link Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3.25mm Fancy 3-D Link Necklace 18k White Gold. The chain weights 31 grams and is 18 inches in length. Made in Italy.
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1980s Italian Vintage Link Necklaces

Vintage Anne Klein Stacked Gold Fan Like Toggle Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Anne Klein Stacked Gold tone Fan Like Toggle Necklace. These are like secrets from the 1980s. They are well made necklaces that were made during the period that are so chic...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Aldo Cipullo Necklace 18k Gold Chrysoprase Lapis Lazuli Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning vintage Cipullo chrysoprase, lapis lazuli and 18 karat yellow gold necklace. It comprises of round chrysoprase links connected by gold and lapis lazuli elements. The chrysoprase links come in graduated size, smaller on top and larger in the middle of this vintage necklace. The gold and lapis lazuli elements designed in an intricate way that is Cipullo’s signature style. The lapis lazuli pyramids set in the gold squares holding two links together with a gold loop. The gemstone colors perfectly underline each other. Deepness of lapis lazuli blue combined with the brightness of yellow gold makes chrysoprase green pop. This vintage Cipullo necklace is one of the greatest examples of vintage jewelry workmanship and genius of Aldo Cipullo jewelry designs. This vintage necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold, chrysoprase and lapis lazuli. The necklace measures 21 ½” x 1 ½” (54 x 3.7 cm) and weighs 172.6 grams. The chrysoprase links diameter graduates from 1 7/16" down to ¾”. Stamped with Aldo Cipullo maker's mark and hallmark for 18 karat gold. About the Brand: Aldo Cipullo is mostly known as a creator of the famous Cartier Love bracelet. However, he designed several iconic pieces, and his talent was appreciated by David Webb and Tiffany & Co. His father was a costume jewelry maker, and Aldo worked as an apprentice at one of his workshops. But Cipullo’s ambition went further than Italy where he was born. After he turned 23, he moved to New York to study at The School of Visual Arts. In 1969 Aldo Cipullo started to work for Cartier, and his glorious journey began. Very soon after Cipullo came up with the idea of Cartier Love bracelet. The new design made a big splash in the jewelry world. It was a completely new perspective of the classic look. There is a story behind creating Love bracelet. It says Cipullo was heartbroken at that time after a failed love affair. He wanted to lock in his memories as it was all he had left. Being fascinated by industrial features of New York City and all things hardware, he drew his first draft of the bracelet. Another emblematic piece by Cipullo called Juste en Clou (Just a Nail) came up in 1971. The minimalist, wrapped around nail-looking gold bracelet was a great success. Today the yellow gold, rose gold and white gold Cartier Nail bracelet...
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1970s American Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Opal and Gold Pendant Necklace by Othmar Zschaler
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Othmar Zschaler, Bern, Switzerland. This necklace has a striking visual presence showcasing Othmar Zschaler's flawless design sen...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1991 Studios Perforations Free-Form Necklace Solid .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
Perforations necklace designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful sculptural necklace, created by Angela Cummings at her goldsmith studio in New York city, back in the 1981. This moderni...
Category

1990s Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cuban Link Necklace with Diamond Infinity Stations in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Shown here is modernized, feminine version of the classic Cuban link necklace. Narrower and lighter in style, this elongated piece is accented with stunning natural diamonds, creatin...
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Givenchy Diamante and Gold Tone Link Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Diamante and Gold Tone Link Necklace. A majority of the links have a piece of gold with diamante. It is pave with a larger crystal in ...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Bulgari Magnificent Vintage Citrine Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic Bulgari necklace circa 1970s showcasing 2 cabochon citrines suspended by a curb style necklace. The necklace has a total weight of 112 grams.
Category

1970s Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold

1970's Buccellati Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Multi-Strand Chain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Multi-strand necklace is comprised of three swagged white gold chains featuring texturous round links. Intermittent with yellow gold stations bezel set with rose cut diamonds. Weighi...
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1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Yves Saint Laurent 3 Pc Gold Plated Necklace Bracelet & Earring Set 2 Crystals
Located in Portland, OR
This is an incredible 1980's full 3 piece gold plated jewelry set from Yves Saint Laurent. This set includes a necklace, a pair of clip on earrings and bracelet. YSL jewelry...
Category

1980s European Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Swiss Modern Organo-Chic Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Switzerland. This one-of-a-kind necklace has a look that is edgy and sophisticated. Meticulously hand-fabricated, every fold, texture, and color is part of an elega...
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1970s Swiss Modernist Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Gold Spike Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Christian Dior Gold Spike Necklace Circa 1980s. Now this is the crème de la crème. This is such a special piece and belongs to a collector wh...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Dark Silver Metal Mesh Wrap Tie Necklace Lariat Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Dark Silver Metal Mesh Wrap Tie Necklace Lariat. This can be worn in so many ways. I have shown several in the photos. If you are looking for an Elsa Peretti that might not...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Gucci Alligator Finish Large Gold Ball Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A bold and stunning Gucci necklace of linked 1 inch 18K gold balls with a recessed alligator finish. 18 inches long. Gold mark, Gucci mark, and Italy. 127.7 grams.
Category

1980s Italian Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Seed Pearl Long Chain in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Diamond And Seed Pearl Long Chain In Platinum. This necklace consists of 184 seed pearls alternating with 184 round brilliant cut diamonds bezel set in platinum, accen...
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Late 20th Century American Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Buccellati Rigato 18k Gold Silver Flat Wide Link Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This graceful Buccellati Wide flat link necklace is crafted in a combination of silver and 18-karat yellow gold, weighing 88.3 grams. composed of 1...
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1990s European Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Platinum and Diamond Clasp. Composed of three strands of pearls ap. 10.0 to 9.3 mm., completed by a c...
Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Satin Gold Chunky Braid Link Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - 17" length - 1.25" width - Gold plated - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Judith Ripka 18k Gold 35" Diamond & Multicolor Stone Hearts By the Yard Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a magnificent hearts by the yard chain necklace that is designed by Judith Ripka and crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. This long and very well made piece is constructed from textured cable link with beautifully detailed, dual-sided, heart-shaped links evenly spaced throughout the chain, alternating with fine quality diamonds and gorgeous, heart cut, colored stones set on both sides of each link. The heart cut stones vary in size and show beautiful colors including light teal, light orange, and clear color with a brilliant cutting style that allows amazing amount of shine to be seen with every movement on the neck. The round brilliant cut diamond cluster links add the perfect touch of sparkle, showing bright effects in which is a reflection of their incredible quality. This long chain measures 35 inches in length securing with a sturdy lobster claw clasp that ensures safe wear. A truly outstanding by the yard necklace that is 100% guaranteed to catch the eye and make an impressive statement! Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (28) Multicolor Stones - Heart Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Light Teal, Light Orange, & Clear Color - 7x7mm to 5x5mm each (approx.) (88) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - E/F Color - VVS2/VS1 Clarity - 0.88ctw (approx.) Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.88 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 64.09 Grams Chain Type: Diamond & Multi-color Stone Heart By the Yard w/ Textured Cable Link Chain Length: 35 Inches Chain Width: 9.3mm (at the largest heart links) - 2.8mm (at the cable links) Thickness: 9.5mm (at the thickest heart links) Clasp: Lobster Claw Signature: 18k JR Condition: Estate chain necklace...
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace Made in Turkey 62.2 Grams
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat yellow gold link necklace featuring 52 high polished links weighing 62.2 grams. More link necklaces available.
Category

1990s Turkish Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Givenchy Heavy Gold Tone Link Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Givenchy Heavy Gold Tone Link Necklace. A heavy and substantial necklace. There is a bracelet on site to match. This represents the 1980s at its best. Classic necklace that will always be in style. Layer this with the newer thinner stackable necklaces...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

18K TT Gold 38ctw GIA Bezel Cabochon Sapphire & Pave Diamond Fancy Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a breathtaking and very well made necklace that is crafted from solid 18k yellow and white gold. The necklace features fine oval cabochon cut sapphires, of which two hav...
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tiger's Eye Estate Link Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Long link necklace featuring tiger's eye gemstones and 18 karat yellow gold. The 27 inch necklace features 4 round tiger's eye stations and 5 tubular tiger's eye stations.
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Onyx Necklace Paloma Picasso Sterling Silver Orb Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co onyx necklace, crafted in sterling silver (circa 1980s 1990s). Onyx beads are uniform in size and measure 14mm each. The stones ar...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Karl Lagerfeld Vintage Brass Chain And Black Resin Disks Mariner Wrap Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous and arresting vintage 1980's Karl Lagerfeld necklace is called the mariner necklace and wraps many times over on the neck or can be stag...
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1990s French Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Horse Belt Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Judith Leiber Gold Horse Belt Circa 1980s. These belts were so iconic in the 1980s and you saw them on every supermodel. They were worn on everythi...
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1980s North American Artist Vintage Link Necklaces

GIA Cert Natural Zambian Emerald & 95 Ct Diamond 4 Piece Set 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural Finest Zambian Emeralds & 95 Carat Diamonds 4 Piece Set Necklace, Bracelet , Earring and Ring Suite 18 Karat Yellow Gold 253 Gm Signed Marconi Necklace consisting of 7 solitaire natural Emeralds. There are total 13 emeralds of finest quality. Set has approximately 25 carats of natural Emerald set with approximately 95 carats of round brilliant cut Diamonds and Marquise and baguettes shape diamond, all VS1 and E color quality. 18 Karat gold 253 grams. One of the top bridal necklace set...
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ch. Dior maple leaves necklace, sign. Ch. Dior Germany gold plated 1990s
Located in Stuttgart, DE
About Very interesting, beautiful Christian Dior necklace consisting of 7 maple leaves, each set with a set of rhinestones. Some of the stones are cut or round. Each leaf is rolled u...
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Late 20th Century German Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Gucci Milano 1970 Equestrian Jockey Hat Sautoir Chain Sterling Silver & Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled Jockey Hat sautoir chain designed by Gucci. Very rare vintage Equestrian jockey Hat sautoir necklace, created in Milano Italy by the house ...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Massoni Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Massoni Sapphire & Diamond Necklace Converts into two bracelets 18k gold link necklace set with 312 round cut diamonds and 24 blue and yellow...
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1980s Italian Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diamond Necklace & Door Knocker Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Necklace & Door Knocker Earrings Set, Circa 1970 Round cut diamonds approximately 28.00 cts in the necklace. Matching earrings consisting of 2 round diamonds approximately...
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1970s Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Gilded Puffy Link Statement Choker Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 16" length - Heavy matte gold plate - Toggle clasp - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquired - This item has been cleaned & polishe...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Chanel Necklace by Robert Goossens and Gripoix Paris, sign. 1983, gold plated
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A unique and rare Chanel sautoir signed 1983. It consists of 20 false pearls, in between 3 olympus-shaped Gripoix stones and 2 large Swarovski crystal parts each in green and blue, b...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

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...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Screws Station Long White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Love Screws Station 47" Long Chain Necklace by Cartier. This necklace was cleaned and inspected by Cartier and comes with service paper from Cartier store. Details: L...
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1990s French Link Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Maison Gripoix White, Crystal, Faux Turquoise Gold Necklace Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Maison Gripoix White, Crystal and Faux Turquoise on Gold Chain Necklace. 3 Different Emblems On Gold Chain with Dangling White Piece in the Middle. 22"-24" L. Dangling Middle is 3" L. Each Piece is 2" by 2" Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well educated but poorly endowed bride who has to marry a petty official; and thus suffering from the limitations of living a life with a husband that lacked any exquisite qualities. In order to entertain his dejected spouse, one day her husband gets an invitation to a ball and gives his wife 400 francs he had saved for a hunting rifle so that she would be able to order an appropriate dress. However, when the dress is ready it becomes clear that it is lacking jewelry; and it would be impossible to attend the ball while looking so poor. The protagonist approaches her rich childhood friend with whom she was raised together at the monastery and borrows a diamond necklace from her. The ball is a great success and she is the centre of attention. However when the woman returns home, she discovers that she has lost the necklace. In order to conceal her faux pas from her friend, she buys a new necklace identical to the one she lost, and to pay it off the woman gets into a huge debt which over the years gradually drags her down the social ladder from bourgeoisie to poverty. Ten years later, having lost her good looks, the woman encounters her friend on the Champs Elysees, who still looks young, beautiful and rich. The protagonist reveals to her friend the whole story about the necklace, but her friend replies in amazement that the diamonds were fake and would “cost 500 francs at most”. Maison Gripoix starts out with a dramatic story. In 1869 (or a year earlier, according to other sources), Paris master glass-maker Augustina Gripoix began making replicas of pearls and crystals; casting glass into different shapes and colours and inserting them into most sophisticated settings. She used the pâte de verre (glass paste) technique, whereby a traditional ceramic or qypsum form was filled with a multi-colour pieces of glass and special gluing substances and then baked in a furnace, resulting in objects featuring fantastical hues. Only Augustina made her crystals by pouring the melted glass paste into the press moulds skipping the furnace step, allowing her to achieve the purity of colour, transparency and shine. She found a simple method to make beautiful jewelry and thus Marquises, Duchesses and Princesses qued up ... so Madame Gripoix would make them replicas of their own jewelry in case of robbery or loss, or some unusual jewelry pieces for their new wraps, neckpieces, or boas. The so-called ‘costume jewelry’ emerged to a large extent thanks to the work of Maison Gripoix. Augustina Gripoix earned her fame in the 1890’s when she started making necklaces for Sarah Bernhardt to wear on stage; and later the costume jewelry for the first high fashion house of Charles Frederick Worth. Later on, Paul Poiret, the leading couturier of the 1910’s contacted her and she created sophisticated oriental style jewelry for him to match his famous oriental costumes based on the aesthetic of Diaghilev’s initial Russian seasons. The value of costume jewelry was now being recognized in its own right; and not just for imitation purposes. The taste of emancipated young girls, who were gaining more and more freedom and opportunities, was best met with bijouterie. So in the 1920, when Augustina’s daughter Susan became the head of the House; Gripoix prospects became even more exciting. Girls with short-cropped hair in short dresses zoomed by in open-top cars wearing bijou rather than diamonds. Everyone ordered bijouterie from Madam Gripoix during this period, from Jeanne Lanvin to Jean Piguet...
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1990s French Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline Link Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline Link Necklace. The heavyweight necklace features tight double domed curb links with a smooth shiny f...
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1990s Italian Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victoire De Castelane for Chanel Necklace/Belt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Victoire De Castelane for Chanel necklace/belt. In perfect condition, made in France. From the 70's with the Chanel CC charm.
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1970s French Vintage Link Necklaces

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Baroque Pearl Flowerhead Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel baroque faux pearl and poured glass enamel large flower head chain link necklace. Of twelve handmade Gripoix nacre and glass pearls, focal turquoise poured ...
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1990s French Baroque Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage Billy Boy Gold Tone Evil Eye Long Necklace Sautoir Circa 1980s
By Billy Boy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Billy Boy Gold Tone Evil Eye Long Necklace Sautoir. Double Strands of Gold Chain and Double Pieces of Evil Eye that are Enameled with Red, Green and White. They are then j...
Category

1980s French Modern Vintage Link Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Link Necklaces

Vintage link necklaces are a popular style of jewelry that sees a flexible set of links, usually metal, fashioned into versatile neckwear. The design of link necklaces creates an engaging movement, rendering the jewelry a focal point of any outfit.

Chain necklaces date back to antiquity. These early chains frequently used the loop-in-loop technique. They evolved into symbols of prestige. Royalty in medieval Europe wore gold jewelry often adorned with beads and gemstones.

Over the centuries, artisans and jewelry makers developed different types of chain links. Chain-link necklaces with oval links or mariner links are currently fashionable, but styles have changed from one decade to the next. While some eras have favored large chains as statement pieces, others emphasized dainty jewelry, so vintage link necklaces offer a wide range of link types.

The link is an important consideration when choosing a chain. The twisted curb chain is unique and striking in form; flat link chains and cable chains feature bold oval-shaped links. Infinity chains use links of assorted sizes for added variety. In men’s jewelry, chains with box chain links or Cuban links have tight rows and angular shapes lending a more masculine flair.

Link necklaces are also made in a variety of metals. Gold link necklaces are ideal to match warmer hues; silver link necklaces pair well with cool tones in your wardrobe. A simple gold or silver chain can complement a favorite blouse, or it can be dressed up with a pendant necklace. A necklace with pearls, diamonds, amethysts or sapphires can add a pop of color.

Browse 1stDibs for a large selection of vintage link necklaces and other necklaces. From gold to silver jewelry, as well as different types of links and pendants, there is a link necklace to suit any taste.

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