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Cat s Eye Rondelles 9 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Cocktail Chic Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant 9 karat yellow gold setting. Cat's Eye Stone has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Intini Jewels Citrine Tubets Beads 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
quality pure citrine quartz embellish a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace. An elegant touch
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Citrine Tubets Beads Handmade Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
pure citrine quartz embellish a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain bracelet. An elegant touch of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cat s Eye Rondelles 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Cocktail Chic Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant 18 karat yellow gold setting. Cat's Eye Stone has
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cat s Eye Rondelles Gold Plate Chain Handmade Cocktail Chic Pink Italy Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Cat's Eye Stone has meaning and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Cat’s Eye, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels White Agate Drop 18K Yellow Gold Chain Deco Drop Pendant Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Minimalist classy necklace with pendant, set on a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain. Classy
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Mother of Pearl Drop 18K Yellow Gold Chain Drop Pendant Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Minimalist classy necklace with pendant, set on a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain. Classy
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold Wave Link Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 9ct 375 Yellow & White Gold Wave design Vintage Necklace Circa 2007 solid links not
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Early 2000s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian UnoAErre Solid 14k Yellow Gold Wide Interlocking Link Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This Italian UnoAErre interlocking link statement chain necklace is crafted from solid 14k yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14k Yellow Gold 17" Wide Interlocking Textured Polished Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 64.7 Grams Chain Type: Interlocking Textured Cable
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace Handcrafted in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
setting fastened to a rolo chain. Both setting and chain are crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ITALY 18k Yellow Gold Fratelli Bovo Spiral Mesh Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This exquisite 18k yellow gold Fratelli Bovo Spiral Mesh Necklace is a true masterpiece of Italian
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Italian 14k Yellow Gold 18" Puffed Wide Curb Link Bold Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Super substantial Curb Link Italian Made necklace! Material: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Heavy 14k Yellow Gold 8.7mm Wide Flat Curb Herringbone Link 16" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 59.15 Grams Chain Type: Wide Flat Herringbone Curb link
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian-Style Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold, Circa 1980
Located in New York, NY
Jewelry Type: Chain Jewelry Style: Italian-Style Interlocking Pattern Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Shipping
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rossella Ugolini Modern Emerald Man Necklace Crafted in Italy 18K Yellow Gold
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
enhance the gem's natural beauty. Nestled between the bezel and the cube chain is a small 18K yellow gold
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant italian 18 K yellow white Gold Pearl Diamond necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A very elegant and wearable 18 yellow and white Gold necklace made in Italy. The necklace features
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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Charm #20278
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Charm - This distinctive charm pays a homage to Italian
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Italian 9mm Large Paperclip Link Bracelet, Lightweight 14k Yellow Gold Design LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
recycled 14 karat gold and finished beautifully to the high standards Italian jewelry is known for! This
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Medium Paperclip 6mm Link Bracelet Lightweight 14k Yellow Gold Design LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This fantastic 6 millimeter (mm) wide paperclip medium link chain was made for us in Italy with
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14ct Chunky Yellow Gold Curb Cuban Bracelet Solid Italy 4.0g 8 Inches
Located in London, GB
this stunning 14ct yellow gold Cuban bracelet from Italy. The chunky curb chain style adds a touch of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 18K Yellow Gold Italian Made Cuban Link Bracelet 6.5"
Located in New York, NY
Solid 18K Yellow Gold Italian Made Cuban Link Bracelet 6.5" One of a kind solid gold cuban
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2010s European Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Carlo Weingrill Italian Tubogas Necklace 72 Inches Long
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly magnificent Carlo Weingrill vintage 18K yellow gold tubogas necklace measures an
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Gold Anchor Link or Gucci Link Chain
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
' link chain. The necklace has been crafted from solid 14 karat yellow gold and is hallmarked for
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Light Pink Inlay Station Bar Bracelet, Made in Italy
Located in Great neck, NY
bracelet of your choice features a station bar design and Is crafted of 14k yellow gold. Bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona Design Collection, Hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold, 17.7 inch-45cm., long link
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain bracelet. Dimension: L
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

UnoAErre Snake Motif Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 36.1 Grams 16.5 Inches Italy
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
Signed UnoAerre this snake motif necklace is crafted in 14 karat yellow gold weighing 36.1 grams
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1990s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9K Yellow Gold Padlock Curb (Cuban) Link Retro 1950 s Heavy Italian Bracelet
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
& of Italian provenance Meticulously crafted in 9K yellow gold, solid & heavy bracelet features curb
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Yards of Gold 18 Karat Antique Double Cable Chain
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Truly extraordinary in length and in possibilities is this remarkable handcrafted 18K yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold Chain Bracelet Handcrafted Futuristic Gems Customizable Length
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the stunning Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet, a true masterpiece that
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Ruby, Citrine, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Tri Color 18 Karat Gold Serpentine Chain Statement Bracelet
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Brilliant 18 karat rose, yellow and white gold in rounded serpentine chain are layered to create
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2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Italian Mid-20th Century Coral Wrapped Rope Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
substantial 18K yellow gold fluted link, coral wrapped rope necklace has a hefty weight and feel. Measures 18
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Necklace With Interlocking Links
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
: Clasp Country of origin: Italy Stamped 18k, Italy Beautiful Italian 18k yellow gold chain with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Flat Herringbone Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This 14K Yellow Gold Flat Herringbone Necklace combines classic design with Italian craftsmanship
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Versace 18k Chain Bracelet
By Versace
Located in Litchfield, CT
strands of gold snake chain creating cool visuals. Finely fabricated in the Italian tradition of
Category

1990s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Red Coral Spheres Gold Plate Chain Cocktail Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. Luminous jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. The origin of coral is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

14k Yellow Gold Byzantine Style Necklace
Located in Boone, NC
An Ancient Byzantine Style Necklace made of 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Width: 11 Millimeters Length: 18
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1990s Italian Byzantine Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Green Tourmaline Rondelles Gold Plate Chain Handmade Cocktail Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
uniqueness. Luminous jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Green represents
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Gold Plate Chain Aquamarine Rondelles Handmade Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
of aquamarine embellish a delicate Gold Plate chain bracelet. An elegant touch of glamour at your
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewes Gold Plate Chain Tourmaline Rondelles Colorful Rainbow Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
of tourmaline embellish a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain bracelet. A jewel full of color and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Tourmaline Rondelles Gold Plate Chain Colorful Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. Luminous jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Ancient beliefs say that
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Bold Anchor Bracelet in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
The Bold Anchor Bracelet is expertly crafted from 18K Yellow Gold links, providing a sophisticated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Rope-Style Serpentine Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite 14 Karat Yellow Gold Serpentine Chain Necklace features a classic design that is
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Nathalie Jean Contemporary 1.75 Carat Diamond Ruby Gold Chain Drop Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
, punctuated as they are by characters in 18 karat rosé gold -a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Unoaerre Large Chunky Two-Tone Chain Link Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
By UnoAErre
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
White and Yellow Gold Bracelet Weight: 25 grams Bracelet Length: 8.25 inches Chain Width: 10.5 mm Inner
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Plate Chain Tourmaline Rondelles Earrings Necklace Bracelet Chic Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
artisan rondelle cut gems, immersed in a Gold Plate chain. The perfect complement for a summer night
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

18kt Yellow Gold “Constellation” Aquarius Diamond Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
18kt Yellow Gold “Constellation” Aquarius Diamond Necklace Delicate and meaningful, this celestial
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewes 9 Karat Gold Chain Tourmaline Rondelles Colorful Rainbow Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
of tourmaline embellish a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain bracelet. A jewel full of color and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Paperclip Link Necklace 20" Inches
Located in Great neck, NY
14K Yellow Gold Paperclip Link Necklace 20" Inches Lobster Closure Made in Italy
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2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Gold Plate Chain Tourmaline Rondelles Cocktail Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Marvellous necklace starring pure tourmaline green, yellow, brown and black rondelle gems, for a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewes 18 Karat Gold Chain Tourmaline Rondelles Colorful Rainbow Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
of tourmaline embellish a delicate 18 karat yellow gold chain bracelet. A jewel full of color and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Rondelles Gold Plate Chain Handmade Cocktail Chic Modern Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Amethyst is marked as the stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Gold Plate Chain Amethyst Rondelles Handmade Cocktail Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Amethyst is marked as the stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels 9 Karat Gold Chain Green Tourmaline Rondelles Handmade Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
uniqueness. Luminous jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant 9 karat yellow gold setting. Green
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

10.40 Karats Sapphires 18 Karats White Gold Blue Sautoir Long Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
: 35.43 in (90 cm) so as to go around the neck twice. Available also in Yellow Gold on request. The
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Intini Jewels 18 Karat Gold Chain Green Tourmaline Rondelles Handmade Bracelet
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
uniqueness. Luminous jewel with natural precious jewellery on elegant 18 karat yellow gold setting. Green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Italian Yellow Gold Chains For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of italian yellow gold chains. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 134 vintage examples as well as 88 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Contemporary and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to italian yellow gold chains. Annellino Fine Jewellery, Alberto and UnoAErre each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 20 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon italian yellow gold chains for sale. When shopping our range of italian yellow gold chains, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Italian Yellow Gold Chains?

On average, italian yellow gold chains at 1stDibs sell for $2,408, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $37,200 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.