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Mid Century Space Age Chrome Modernist Wire Necklace with Geometric Medallion
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Mid-Century Modern Space-Age long metal necklace with a geometric pendant was handmade
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Tribal Necklace
By Guy Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
gilt metal. The heavy gilded metal double-strand chain has a lobster closing-clasp. The necklace is
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1990s French Modern Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Modernist Necklace of Distressed Metal
Located in New York, NY
Modernist necklace of darkened and distressed brass metal.Composed of triangular shaped links
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1970s American Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Tribal Necklace
By Guy Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
Guy Laroche Paris designed this refined tribal choker necklace in the 1990s. The dangling design
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1990s French Modern Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Gilt-Metal Bead Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel vintage gilt-metal bead necklace, made in France Five-strand gilt-metal beads (13 mm
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Guy Laroche Gilt Metal Rigid Collar Pendant Necklace
By Guy Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
This impressive modernist Guy Laroche Paris signed medallion necklace features a rigid gilt metal
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1990s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Red Beads Necklace in Gilded Metal
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Gilded metal choker composed of several strands of red facetted beads. 2cc9
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1990s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Chainmaille Purse Necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Silver-toned metal chain maille cross body / shoulder bag or necklace with magnetic frame clasp
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal

Christian Lacroix Gilt Metal Lace Pendant Chain Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris pendant necklace features a stylized knitting lace design
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1990s French Modern Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Massive Hammered Gilt Metal Collar Necklace c 1970
Located in University City, MO
Massive hammered gilt metal collar necklace c 1970 The avant-garde statement necklace is designed
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1970s Unknown Artisan Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Silver Metal Round Drop Necklace by Daniel Swarovski
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in PARIS, FR
This exquisite long drop necklace is a timeless piece of intricate craftsmanship. At its centre, a
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Bow Necklace in Gold Metal
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Bow necklace in gold metal and blue strass. Additional
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1990s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Jean Louis Scherrer Short Necklace in Gold Metal
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jean Louis Scherrer -(Made in France) Short necklace in gold metal paved with green resin cabochons
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Givenchy Gilt Metal Dangling Charm Necklace ca 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in University City, MO
Givenchy Gilt metal dangling charm necklace The collection of charms are hinged to a wide
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1980s Unknown Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Golden Metal Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Golden metal openwork necklace with rhinestones. Additional information: Condition: Very
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1990s Vintage Metal Necklaces

Theater Golden Metal Drama Necklace, 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Theater - (Made in France) Impressive golden metal drama necklace with multicolored rhinestones
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1930s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

Chanel Short Necklace in Gold Plated Metal with Charms
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Short necklace in gold-plated metal with charms symbolizing bows. Jewelry
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Long Bohemian Gilt Metal Carved Crystal Bead Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
This Bohemian shabby chic necklace is stunning. Te font section is large carved crystal beads with
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Late 20th Century Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

Vintage Kramer Necklace Gilt Metal and Coral Color Beads
By Kramer
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Kramer multistrand necklace with gilt metal and coral color beads. Stamped on the back, 17
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1950s American Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Silver Toned Coiled Metal Collar Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
metal collar necklace. Designed with a flexible, sculptural coil construction, it gently hugs the
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Metal Necklaces

Vintage Mosell Faux Baroque Pearl, Rhinestone, Gilt Metal Bib Necklace
By Mosell
Located in North Miami, FL
This signed vintage Frederick Mosell 2 tier bib necklace is from the 1955-1960. It has a
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1950s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

1985 Chanel Pearl and Gilt Metal Chain Drop Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Chanel 1985 natural shape flat pearl and gilt metal chain necklace with pearl drop. Beautiful
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1980s French Romantic Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Russian Gilt Metal Pendant Necklace c 1970
By Miriam Haskell
Located in University City, MO
Miriam Haskell Russian gilt metal pendant necklace c 1970 The heavy gilt metal chain is designed
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1970s American Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Trifari Sleek Gilt Metal Lucite Pendant Necklace c 1970
By Trifari
Located in University City, MO
Trifari Sleek gilt metal lucite pendant necklace c 1970 The minimalist necklace is designed with
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Dior Short Necklace in Gold-Plated Metal with Colored Resin
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - (Made in Germany) Short necklace in gold-plated metal with colored resin. Additional
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1980s German Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Necklace in Gold Metal and Red Glass Paste Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -Long necklace in gold metal and red glass paste pearls. Collection 1983. Additional
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Judith Leiber Massive Figural Gilt Metal Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Judith Leiber
Located in University City, MO
Judith Leiber Massive figural gilt metal pendant - brooch necklace c 1970s The Asian theme pendant
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Short Necklace in Gold Metal and Glass Paste Cabochons
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel -(Made in France) Short necklace in gold metal and glass paste cabochons. Additional
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Vintage Gold Metal Quilted Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage gold metal chain necklace from CHANEL. It features diamond-shaped elements with quilted
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1970s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gold

Burma Golden Metal Dickey Necklace with Enamel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Burma - Burma golden metal dickey necklace with enamel. Collection designed for the Louvre museum
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1990s Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Enamel

Chanel Antique Turquoise Golden Metal Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant necklace with glass paste pearls imitating turquoise
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1960s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

Chanel CC Turquoise Cross Multistrand Pendant, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Chanel vintage multistrand metal necklace with cross pendant made from resin centered with black
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1990s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

1980’s Vintage Gold Metal layered Wire Costume Jewellery Choker - Necklace
Located in Sheffield, GB
A fabulous 1980’s layered metal wire choker, crafted from many layers of gold toned metal with
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal

Chanel Pegasus Golden Metal Haute Couture Necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal Haute Couture necklace with a pendant representing a Pegasus
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1960s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

A gilt metal mixed chain twist necklace, Christian Dior, c1970s
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A striking and elegant choker necklace, beautifully made of two different chain elements that twist
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1970s German Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Christian Lacroix Gilt Metal and Pink Jeweled Brutalist Heart Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris pendant necklace features a brutalist heart design with
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1990s French Modern Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 1994 Chanel Pearl CC Metal Long Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Vintage Chanel Pearl and Clover like metal CC long drop necklace. Good vintage condition, however
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1990s Vintage Metal Necklaces

Thierry Mugler Silvered Metal Multi-Strand Wire Necklace
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning, rare Thierry Mugler Paris silvered metal multi-strand choker necklace features an
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1990s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

Jeweled Feline Clasp Gilt Metal Choker Chain Necklace c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Jeweled feline clasp gilt metal choker chain statement necklace c 1980s The opulent choker necklace
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Louis Feraud Paris Gilt Metal Choker Necklace with Brand Logo Charms
By Louis Feraud Paris
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Louis Feraud Paris choker necklace features a romantic chain-necklace shape with
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1990s French Romantic Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Very large hand enamelled metal floral motif necklace, Sandor, 1960s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A dynamic and striking necklace by Sandor in soft pastel colours of flowers falling and tumbling
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1960s American Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal

Alexis Kirk Plated Metal and Resin Stone Egyptian Revival Linked Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stunning Egyptian revival necklace created by Alexis Kirk, circa 1970's. Necklace is made of
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1970s American Egyptian Revival Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Base Metal

A dynamic gilt metal/blue glass cabuchon necklace, Givenchy, France, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
An outstanding Givenchy necklace in a lustrous matt gilded metal, the seven front sections set with
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel gold metal charms necklace
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
charms, a classic quilted flap bag and a straw hat. This stylish, fun necklace is designed to enhance any
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20th Century Vintage Metal Necklaces

Chanel Cross Golden Metal Double-chain Necklace, 1996
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal double-chain necklace with a golden metal and glass paste
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20th Century French Vintage Metal Necklaces

Jean Louis Scherrer Paris Gilded Metal and Black Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Atlanta, GA
metal tag attached to the chain. The necklace is in excellent condition, with no pronounced signs of
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

Emilio Pucci Futuristic Metal and Silk Abstract Necklace
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning chunky Emilio Pucci silvertone metal and silk necklace features a futuristic abstract
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

Christian Dior Leather Necklace with a Golden Metal
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Dior - Leather necklace with a golden metal pendant and glass paste cabochons. Additional
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1990s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

LANVIN Enamel Gold Metal Choker Necklace from 1980s
By Lanvin Paris
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Exquisite LANVIN Choker Necklace, Green and Deep Blue Enameled Metal and Gold Tone Metal Snake
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1980s French Vintage Metal Necklaces

Very long gilt metal and plastic chain necklace, Christian Dior, 1980s.
By Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A very elegant, and wearable, very long chain necklace, with mixed faux ivory and tortoiseshell
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1980s German Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

PACO RABANNE Vintage Rhodoid and Metal Discs Necklace
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE vintage necklace featuring articulated silver tone metal discs embellished with black
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20th Century French Vintage Metal Necklaces

Dellio Large Gilt Metal Poured Resin Cross Pendant Necklace c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Dellio Large gilt metal poured resin cabochon pendant necklace The large scale shiny gilt metal
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Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Heavy Gilt Matte Metal Articulated Statement Necklace c 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Heavy gilt matte metal articulated statement necklace c 1990s The chic necklace is designed with a
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Metal Necklaces

Modernist Brass and Silvered Metal Hieroglyph Ethnic Graffiti Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This amazing artisan studio modernist brass and silvered metal link necklace was created in the
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Brass

Brutalist Mixed Metal Industrial Choker Necklace c 1990s
Located in University City, MO
Brutalist mixed metal industrial choker necklace c 1990s The severe bold artisan choker is
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1990s Unknown Artisan Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Brass, Copper, Steel

French 1970s Retro Glass Metal Jacques Gautier Signed Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in silver-plated metal. This vintage long necklace features shuttle links adorned with
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Glass Paste Necklace with Silvery Metal and Rhinestones, 1930s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Glass paste necklace with silvery metal and rhinestones. Jewelry from the 1930s. Additional
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1930s Vintage Metal Necklaces

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Vintage Metal Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of vintage metal necklaces. If you’re looking for Gold vintage metal necklaces and you’re unable to find the right fit, there are plenty of variations in Black, Gray and more. The ideal items for you are waiting among the distinctive accessories we have available, which include versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Vintage metal necklaces such as these have likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Chanel, Paco Rabanne and Christian Lacroix are consistently popular. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Vintage Metal Necklaces?

The prices for vintage metal necklaces start at $95 and top out at $12,000 with these items, on average, selling for $750.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Vintage Metal Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a vintage Tiffany necklace is real, look closely at the links and clasp. Due to their expert craftsmanship, Tiffany Co. links appear continuous and have no visible seams or solder marks. The clasp should also be sturdy and free of solder or glue marks. Hallmarks can also help you authenticate your piece. Most Tiffany Co. jewelry will say the maker's full time or “T&Co.” Items marked simply with “Tiffany” are usually not authentic. Comparing the markings on your jewelry to hallmark images found on trusted online resources can help you identify counterfeits. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage Tiffany Co. necklaces.

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