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Modern Link 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
9ct Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain
Located in Cape Town, ZA
This stunning Curb Link Chain is set in 9carat yellow gold, weighs 31grams and is 62cm long and 6mm wide and 1mm thick.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander 25.07 Carat Diamond Cuban Link Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Modern diamond cuban link Necklace. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 3584 round brilliant diamonds, 25.07 carats total. Approximately G/H color and VS2/SI1 clarity. 18k yello...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henry Dunay Sabi Link Diamond Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Henry Dunay Sabi Link Diamond Necklace in 18K yellow gold. The necklace features approximately 11.90ctw of round brilliant cut diamonds that are F-G...
Category

1980s Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Disc Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain
Located in New York, NY
0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18'' chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 0.75CT G-H SI 14...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Silver Link Necklace, Paperclip, Sterling Silver, 5.9mm Paper Clip, 18 Inches
Located in Austin, TX
This wide paperclip chain in sterling silver makes a great statement! This necklace is perfect for a woman or man! Sterling Silver Link Width: 5.9 millimeters/.24in Link Height: 15....
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

JR White Drill Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR White Drill Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace This contemporary necklace is made with White Round Brilliant cut Drilled Diamond and it eludes fem...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Musical Symbols Substantial 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Sapphire Statement Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous statement necklace and a perfect gift for a music aficionado or performer. Composed of seventeen linked beautifully hand crafted musical scales, each accented by three diamonds and a pair of sapphires with a large diamond and sapphire encrusted...
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20th Century Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 10.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Bezel Setting Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 10.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Bezel Setting Necklace 18 Karat White Gold This necklace provides with a complete look in itself. Its having 64 pieces White Round Brilliant cut d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

PANIM Yellow Gold Briolette Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
This Panim Danging Briolettes Necklace is made of 18K Yellow gold with 1.03 ctw of diamonds. This piece is handcrafted and manufactured by Panim. All of the diamonds are hand-set ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Textured Link Choker Necklace, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 16" length with additional 3" extender chain - .6" width - Gold plated - Hook clasp - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
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1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

18K White Gold Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Central, HK
This beautiful diamond choker necklace is composed with two rows of chains . Totalling 113 pieces of brilliant-cut round diamonds, weighing 0.67 carats. Made in 18k white gold. It ma...
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Silver Link Necklace, Paper Clip, Sterling Silver, Paper Clip 5.9mm 18 Inch
Located in Austin, TX
This wide paperclip chain in sterling silver makes a great statement! This necklace is perfect for a woman or man! Sterling Silver Link Width: 5.9 millimeters/.24in Link Height: 15....
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Estate 18K Yellow Gold Three Station Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a lovely turquoise and diamond necklace made in 18k yellow gold. Featuring three cabochon turquoise stations each surrounded by round diamond...
Category

20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

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 Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Atlas Large Model Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful authentic pendant and chain by Tiffany & Co. from the ATLAS collection. It is crafted from 18k yellow gold with a high polished finish. This is where strong lines meet striking numerals in a contemporary design that honours a Tiffany icon...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hermès Diamond Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Hermès diamond chain necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of 19 iconic Hermès ‘H’ motifs set alternately with twinkling little crosses. Each cro...
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1990s French Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
This long 18 karat gold necklace is made of three different links. Largest is a figure eight that measures 1/4" wide. On either side of that are smaller round links with tiny round b...
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Late 20th Century Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Recycled 18 Karat Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom listing. A substantial link chain choker handcrafted in recycled 18K gold. Makes a bold and elegant statement in any season. It is made of environmentally friendly recycled 18...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Modern Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Slightly Hammered Paperclip Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection , a Modern Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Slightly Paperclip Link Necklace Here there is a luminous links necklace slightly hammered and handc...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

JR 12.19 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 12.19 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace This necklace provides with a complete look in itself. Clasp is Specially made with Pave Diamond setting. It can be worn as layering ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bamboo Link Chain Necklace With Faux Carved Turquoise By Goldette, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '70s - 22" chain length - 5.5" drop - Gold plated - Chain is composed of bamboo style links and ornate Victorian Revi...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

JR 3.52 Carat Black Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 3.52 Carat Black Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Gold This contemporary piece of necklace is made with 3.52 carats Black diamond Briolette and it eludes femininity ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Björn Weckström, Lapponia, Finland, "Labyrint" Vintage Modernist Necklace
Located in bronshoj, DK
Björn Weckström, Lapponia, Finland. "Labyrint" Vintage modernist necklace in sterling silver, handmade. 1988. Measures 37 cm.
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1980s Finnish Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Stephen Dweck "OOAK" Sterling Silver Disc Necklace 1980s Never worn
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a outstanding One of a Kind Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Disc Necklace. The disc measures 2.20 inches W x 2.24. Hallmarked on t...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

JR 18karat White Gold Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 18Karat White Gold Rose Cut Diamond Emerald Necklace Necklace is made with Emerald Beads combination with white Rose Cut Diamond....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Yellow Gold Paperclip Chain Necklace 25.19 g.
Located in New York, NY
weight: 25.19 g. 18" long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 3.37 Carat White Drill Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 3.37 Carat White Drill Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace The necklace is made with White Princess cut Drilled Diamond. It has slider ball near the clasp to adjust the length f...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cable Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold 22" at 2.85 mm
Located in Austin, TX
The details for this beautiful chain are listed below: Metal Quality: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Type: Cable Chain Length: 22 inches Clasp: Lobster Chain Diameter: 2.85 millimeters
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 27.51 Carat White Diamond Briolette Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 27.51 Carat white Diamond Briolette Necklace The Necklace having 148pcs White Diamond Briolette , Total Diamond weight is 27.51 carats. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Necklace 11.13CT 18KT White Gold Women Statement Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Introducing the ultimate symbol of timeless elegance: our 18KT White Gold Natural Round Diamond All Round Collar Statement Necklace. This luxurious piece ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium

JR Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat White Gold This piece is handmade. All of the diamonds are hand-set by a master diamond setter in the high...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Sculptural Resin Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
Alternating colors of orange and creme resin make up this sculptural necklace that makes a statement. It graduates in size of the tubular formed resin. It is french from the 90's. Perfect for resort...
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1990s French Modern Link Necklaces

JR 6.70 Carat Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 6.70 Carat Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace This statement necklace provides with a complete look in itself. Its made by White Round Rose cut diamond linked with 18...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Andrew Grima Jade Bead and Gold Choker Necklace 1973
Located in New York, NY
A rare jade bead "peas in pods" and 18 karat gold choker necklaces, by Andrew Grima, 1973. Stamped GRIMA, HJ Co, British hallmark. The necklace is a collect...
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1970s British Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 2.03 Carat Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Dangling Choker Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 2.03 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Dangling Choker Necklace This contemporary piece of necklace is made with rose-cut diamonds and it eludes femininity &...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sterling Silver Channel Set Crystal Link Choker Necklace, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 14" length - Sterling silver - Encrusted with square cut clear crystal rhinestones - Hidden push clasp...
Category

1950s Unknown Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

JR 2.40 Carat White Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangling Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 2.40 Carat white Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangling Necklace This contemporary necklace is made with White Baguette Drilled Diamond and it eludes femininity & grace. ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 3.17 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Dangling Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 3.17 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Dangling Necklace 18 Karat White Gold This contemporary piece of necklace is made of Drilled Rose cut diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace Coral, collet-set diamonds, black enamel, 18K gold, and platinum. David Webb certificate incl...
Category

20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban link color stone necklace. Mounted with diamonds, sapphires, and emeralds. 18K Yellow Gold Cuban Link Diamond, Sapphire and Green Em...
Category

20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anne Klein Lucite and Ball Gold Filled Necklace Vintage
Located in North Miami, FL
This great original vintage Anne Klein chunky lucite ball and gold filed embellished loop design necklace is from when Anne Klein was still living d...
Category

1980s American Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled

JR Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 1.49 carat Diamond Briolette Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold This contemporary piece of necklace is made with diamond Briolette and it eludes femininity & grace. Diamond Br...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

JR 2.37 Carat Diamond Rose Cut Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 2.37 Carat Diamond Rose cut Dangling Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold This contemporary piece of necklace is made with 25pcs of diamond Rose Cut and it eludes femininity & grace. Di...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 10.20 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 10.20 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace This necklace provides with a complete look in itself. Clasp is Specially made with Pave Diamond setting. It can be worn as layering ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handmade Opera Length Melody Chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade opera length Melody chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, hallmarked 18ct gold, measuring approximately 157 x 0.6cm, gross weight 39.8 grams. This subst...
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2010s Swiss Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 70s Rose Quartz Bead Necklace 14k Gold 26.5" Long Strand Round Links
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage rose quartz necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Rose quartz beads measure (average) 3/4 x 1/2 inch (i...
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

JR 12.08 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 12.08 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Necklace This necklace provides with a complete look in itself. Clasp is Specially made with Pave Diamond setting. It can be worn as layering ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Paperclip Necklace in Sterling Silver, Paper Clip, Large Link Chain 6.5mm 38 Inc
Located in Austin, TX
Sterling Silver Paperclip Chain is the 2020 Best Design! The details are as follows: Link Width: 6.5mm/.26in Link Height: 14.93mm/.59in Chain ...
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

14K Paperclip Chain Necklace by the Yard
Located in Great Neck, NY
White gold by the yard diamond necklace set on a paperclip yellow chain. The necklace is set on a bezel with 0.05 carat stones. The total weight is 1.20 Carats. The color of the ston...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

JR 3.14 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Dangling 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
JR 3.14 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Dangling Choker Necklace Dress your neck with our beautiful choker made with exquisite diamonds. This fancy piece is classy yet modern. It has slider...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Gold and Polished Oval Links-Chain
Located in Austin, TX
Chain necklaces have made a huge come back in fashion jewelry! Larger the better and the heavier the gold the better! Large link chain necklaces...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Gilded Openwork Heart Link Necklace By Anne Klein, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 17" length with additional 2" extender chain - Heavy matte gold plate - Toggle clasp closure - By Anne Klein (signed on hang tag) - Circa 1980s - Estate acquir...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Link Necklaces

18ct White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant on Wheat Link Necklace
Located in Cape Town, ZA
This stunning yet simplistic necklace is 46cm in length and weighs 7.7grams. The wheat link chain set in 18carat White Gold and holds a beautiful Pendant studded with 2 Baguette Cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

Diamond Riviera Three Claws 18 Carat White Gold Tennis Line Necklace 18 Kt
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning and impressive Riviera Necklace features substantial Diamond weight of 18 Carats in beautifully graduated Round Brilliant Cut gems with a sparkly excellent cut. Each st...
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2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Spiral Swirl Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. spiral swirl necklace in 18K yellow gold. Stamped 1990 750 Tiffany & Co.
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1990s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Feisty Necklace Amethyst Garnet Citrine Peridot Tourmaline
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 ...
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2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Gold...

Modern Cultured Pearls Stick Mesh 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, weevil hallmark. Charming gold necklace, it consists of a stick mesh, separated every two patterns by a cultured pearl. Diameter of the pearls : 5/5...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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