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Chain Necklaces

Shop a Large Selection of Chain Necklaces

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Chain necklaces are always popular, no matter whether they are single chains or multiples. The necklaces in this collection are perfect for wearing alone or layering, but don't hesitate to mix and match them with your current jewelry. Raid your jewelry box and stack a few necklaces. Do you like the look? Keep experimenting to develop your own unique style.

A few of the necklaces you'll see in the individual collections feature pendants, but the majority are fashioned strictly from chains.

White Gold Chain Necklaces

White Gold Bead Chain NecklaceCourtesy PriceGrabber (via Diamond Harmony)
This collection is the perfect place to start looking for chain necklaces made from white gold. You'll find numerous styles and pricing choices. Watch for the karat designation, because the assortment includes necklaces made from 10K, 14K and 18K white gold. Some of the necklaces are a mix of white and yellow gold -- a popular trend.

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Yellow Gold Chain Necklaces

Glitter Rope Gold Chain NecklaceCourtesy PriceGrabber
Yellow gold lovers should be able to find a chain necklace in this collection. You'll find chains of all configurations, in scales from delicate to very chunky. A few are set with gemstones, but most necklaces are fashioned strictly from chains. Some feature a decorative clasp that's designed to be worn at the front of the neck.
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Sterling Silver Chain Necklaces

Sterling Silver Popcorn Chain NecklaceCourtesy PriceGrabber
Sterling silver has jumped in value during the past couple of years, but it's still far less expensive than gold. Sterling is durable, with a lovely patina. You'll find many necklace styles and price ranges in this large collection of sterling silver jewelry.
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Vermeil Chain Necklaces

Vermeil Chain with Baroque PearlCourtesy PriceGrabber
Vermeil, sterling silver plated with gold, is an affordable alternative to solid gold jewelry. A few of the necklaces in this assortment are priced under $50.

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Stainless Steel Chain Necklaces

Triton U-Shaped Link Chain NecklaceCourtesy PriceGrabber
Shop the stainless steel category if you're looking for a men's necklaces. Sure, you'll find stainless steel necklaces for women, too, but the majority of these necklaces were designed for guys. Some have pendants, many do not. Chain necklaces for men are usually somewhat bulkier than necklaces designed for women.
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Platinum Chain Necklaces

Rolo Chain Platinum NecklaceCourtesy PriceGrabber
Platinum is extremely durable. It's also rare, so expect to pay more for a platinum chain necklace than you would for similarly designed jewelry made from another metal. And while sometimes platinum clasps (or prongs) need to be repaired (after much usage over many years) the necklaces will last a lifetime.

Watch for items that say 'platinum look.' They aren't platinum.

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