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Fabulous Vintage Chain


It’s Here! Just what you have been looking for. . . . fun, funky and fabulously unusual vintage chain. Priced really well and sold by the foot. This is a great addition to any bead project. We have old copper, brass, steel and aluminum chain designed the old fashioned way. . . . interesting for your creative design needs. With the price of silver and gold on the rise, this vintage chain is a great alternative to the same old sterling and gold you see everywhere else. Sorry, but no returns on cut chain orders. We will be happy to send you a sample of a chain you are interested in with your order. Simply ask in the comment section during checkout. Check out our Vintage Hard to Find Findings Section of the website for Vintage Brass and Copper Findings that compliment our Vintage Chain.
Vintage Gold Plated Chain with Glitz    
10 x 7mm links. Nice stylish old chain.
$4.50/foot
Item #11119


Vintage Simple Natural Brass Chain Bracelet    
7.5 inches total length. each link is 7 x 14mm. This bracelet chain fits the average wrist. Great to add charms and other items of character.
$3.75/each
Item #11118


Vintage Gold Plated Rolo Style Chain Extender Lengths with End Bead    
The links are 5mm. Each length is 2 1/5 inches long with an 8mm gold bead on the end. These came out of old overstock from the Napier Co. You get 4 chain pieces per lot. Great value.
$4/4 lengths
Item #11112


Vintage Gold Plated Rolo Style Chain Extender Lengths    
The links are 5mm. Each length is 2 inches long. These came out of old overstock from the Napier Co. You get 6 chain pieces per lot. Great value.
$4/6 lengths
Item #11111


Vintage Antiqued Square Chain Links    
9mm square links connected by 9mm round links. Each section is 2 3/4 inches in length. You get 6 in each lot. This old chain has been plated with a black antique finish. The finish does seem to have some residue. We recommend spraying this chain with a polyurethane clear coat to protect the finish.
$5.50/6 sections
Item #11012


Vintage Triple Stranded Chain Bracelet Length    
7 inches in total finished length. Three raw brass simple chains are all connected with brass end caps. These lengths are perfect to add a clasp for a simple bracelet. Easy to embellish the chain with beads and charms as well. Hum . . . . the possibilities!
$4.25/each
Item #11003


Vintage Japan Blue Floating Bead Chain Lengths    
Each 3.5mm blue glass bead is suspended in a sort of, floating fashion within an old antiqued brass chain link. We had these re plated for consistency. They are really stunning! You receive 6 chain lengths. Each chain section is 29mm in length total with three beautiful blue floating beads.
$5.50/6 lengths
Item #11001


Vintage Oval Raw Brass Chain    
7 x 5.5 oval links. The patina varies in some spots. Great deal for this simple yet substantial feeling chain.
$2.25/foor
Item #10871


Vintage Brass Box Linked Chain    
5 x 6mm box links. This old raw brass chain sits nicely when worked with.
$3.50/foot
Item #10870


Vintage Minty Green Glass Beads on Eyepin Links    
25mm brass lengths from loop to loop. Each link has 5 old beads that are 3.5-4mm round. The color is that old minty green. Made in Japan so they are old. 24 lengths per lot. Great value.
$6.50/24
Item #10659


Vintage Gold Plated Light and Lacey Designer Chain Lengths    
Each lot has two 11 inch sections. The links are curved and measure 8 x 16mm each. The image shows the front as well as the backside of this chain. We aren’t sure of it’s original use, but it could be incorporated into bracelet or necklace designs as this chain has nice flowing movement. Nice old quality chain components from the past.
$6/lot
Item #10642


Vintage Sarah Coventry Gold Plated Chain Length Components    
Each lot has two lengths that are 8.25" long. The links are 2.5 x 20mm. There are 9 links per 8.25" section. An original car-touche with "SC" is on one end of each & dates these to C 1950. Sarah Coventry was only sold at home parties and is highly collectible and getting scarce. This costume jewelry came with a lifetime guarantee although the company is no longer in business. We are thrilled to have found these quality chain components for your design delights.
$4.75/lot
Item #10641


Vintage Raw Brass Curb Chain    
Each link is 6.5 x 9mm. The shape of the chain has a nice rounded edge. This chain is nice and smooth. Most likely used for i.d. bracelets.
$4.75/foot
Item #10634


Vintage Fancy Curb Chain    
The smaller links - 4 x 5mm. The larger links 4 x 9mm. This old chain is a copper colored plated steel. It’s got a lot of curb appeal. . . .um hum.
$2.75/foot
Item #10566


Vintage Simple Bright Oval Chain    
Each link is 9 x 12mm. This old chain is a nice consistent brass color. Great buy.
$3.75/foot
Item #10565


Vintage Gold Plated Disc Chain Length with Shine!    
9mm round disc links. This is being sold in 14" lengths with jumprings added to the ends for easy finishing. Add a clasp and go or take the links apart to add to your beading designs.
$6.50/14" length
Item #10541


Vintage Gold Plated Disc Chain Length with Shine!    
9mm round disc links. This is being sold in 19" lengths with jumprings added to the ends for easy finishing. Add a clasp and go or take the links apart to add to your beading designs.
$7.50/19" length
Item #10540


Vintage Textured Disc Chain - Silver Plated    
Style, style, style!!!! 12mm round disc links. This one is sold in 2 foot lengths. A super steal with style!
$9/2 feet
Item #10539


Vintage Textured Disc Chain -  Silver Plated    
Style, style, style!!!! 12mm round disc links. This one is sold in 3 foot lengths. A super steal with style!
$12/1 yard section
Item #10538


Vintage Shiny Plated Disc Chain - Silver plate    
Each disc link is 12mm round. Sold by the foot for those unique chain projects. A steal of a deal!
$4.75/foot
Item #10537


Vintage Chalk White Beaded Silver Plated Chain by the Foot    
This vintage "Made in Japan" chain came out of its original box. (check out the enlargement) We had it plated in sterling silver for a nice finished look. Each link has four 4mm seed beads. Links are approximately 18mm in length from loop to loop. This is a rare beauty that will work with many jewelry designs.
$3.75/foot
Item #10505


Vintage Copper Chain by the Foot with a twist.    
The long twisted links are 22mm long the series of 14 oval links are 2 x 3mm each. This is a nice design.
$1.75/foot
Item #10295


Vintage Baby Blue Glass Beaded Chain by the Foot    
6mm glass beads. This chain was "Made in Japan" and originally found in raw brass. We had it plated in sterling silver for an attractive old look. It is sold by the foot.
$4.00/foot
Item #10076


Vintage Cherry Glass Red Beaded Chain by the Foot    
5.5-6mm beads. Notice that the beads on this chain are alternating in size. Oh, did you notice the deep swirls of color in each bead? We did! The beads in this chain was made by "Cherry Brand". . . . . "Made in Japan" and originally found in raw brass. We had it plated in sterling silver for an attractive old look. It is sold by the foot.
$4.25/foot
Item #10075


Vintage Green Dimpled Glass Bead Chain    
Each bead is 5 x 10mm. They are dimpled in a baroque style. This chain was "Made in Japan" and originally found in raw brass. We had it plated in sterling silver for an attractive old look. It is sold by the foot.
$3.75/foot
Item #9881


Vintage Green Jade Glass Beaded Chain    
Each bead alternates in size from a 5.5mm to 7.5mm. These beautiful Jade Green Glass Beads are linked with silver toned metal links. This chain was "Made in Japan". This fabulous chain is being sold in 5 foot continuous lengths. Very nice indeed. That’s only $3 per foot. Super deal.
$15/5’ length
Item #9642


Vintage Japanese Seed Bead Chain    
Each 4 bead link is 10-12mm on brass. These Japanese seed beads are a 7/0 size. Very nice with a glossy shine. Super price.
$2.50/foot
Item #9641


Vintage Sleek Hex Cut Black Bugle Bead Chain    
Each Bugle Bead Hex Cut has a nice glossy shine. 15mm in length. Well Preserved and "Made in Japan" The links are made of brass. Unusual and a super price.
$2.50/foot
Item #9640


Vintage Golden Ribbon Bar Chain    
Sold in precut lengths of 22 inches. The ribbons are 15mm long x 2.5mm wide. We lika.
$7/22" section
Item #9638


Vintage Copper Color Flat Spiral Necklace    
5mm wide. This chain comes finished in a 24" length with a brass spring ring.
$8/24" necklace
Item #9626


Vintage Made in West Germany Faceted Black Glass Chain Lengths    
4 chain lengths with 5.5mm to 7.5mm black faceted beads on them. 8 beads on each chain length. These were originally intended as extensions for necklaces. The chain is a silver toned metal with beautiful old German faceted glass beads. They are 3 inches long. This is a nice deal for such wonderful old components.
$5.75/4 chain lengths
Item #9480


18" Gunmetal Necklace    
2mm. These came from vintage stock, but we are not sure how old they are. They are in like new condition though. Super Price!
$4/one 18" necklace
Item #9313


Antique Mesh Brass Chain - Limited!    
6mm wide x 2mm thick. This one is outstanding. Substantial yet light.
This is really old. Flapper era. C. late 1800’s. We are so happy to have found this mesh chain. It’s being sold by the foot. You can have a great time designing an old fashioned choker, bracelet or even a ring with this wonderful flexible mesh chain. Patina varies per length. Beautiful stuff.
$16/foot
Item #9141


Antique Mesh Brass Chain Fit for a Flapper or You!    
6.5mm wide x 1.5mm thick. This is really old. Flapper era. C. late 1800’s. We are so happy to have found this mesh chain. It’s being sold by the foot. You can have a great time designing an old fashioned choker, bracelet or even a ring with this wonderful flexible mesh chain. Patina varies per length. Beautiful stuff.
$12/foot
Item #9140


Vintage Bronzed & Textured Curb Chain    
Each link is 4 x 12mm. This chain has the look of bronze, but is actually plated. It’s lightweight and has a slim and long look. Check out the enlargement for a good idea of the size.
$2.75/foot
Item #9098


Vintage Necklace with Movement - Yeah!    
This chain has rectangular brass links (3.5 x 6mm) with a silver toned ring (6mm) with two brass beads (2.5mm) that move around the rings. It is 16" in length. It is a companion item to #8024. The design possibilities are. . . ..endless. Check out the enlargement of this wonderful chain.
$10/one 16" necklace
Item #9020


Vintage Brass Chain with Long Facets    
Link 8 x 11mm. This one is simple with alot of style. Two long facets on either side give this one real appeal.
$4.75/foot
Item #8763


Vintage Bright Brass Simple Chain    
Links are 4 x 5.5mm. this one is a bright brass color. Very simple, yet so nice!
$3.75/foot
Item #8691


Vintage Gold Plated Brass Pinched Link Chain    
The links are 3 x 12mm. This one has that pretty slinky feel. Check out the enlargement for a better idea of the size.
$2.75/foot
Item #8291


Vintage Brass Oval & Crazy 8’s Chain    
8 x 14mm - oval links, 7 x 12mm crazy 8 links. This is another real vintage find in the chain area. This one goes really nicely with our Vintage Swarovski Connector Beads. Check them out in the Vintage Crystal Beads section (item # 5673, 5674, 5675, 5676). Check out the enlargement on this one. The flat yet curved links have a copper tone and the chain connections between them are a more brass finish. Very nice style!
$5.50/foot
Item #8290


Vintage Faceted Brass Curb Chains - Wow!    
Each link is 2.5 x 6mm. This Yellow colored brass chain is faceted on all four sides. A lot of glitz here. This chain is precut into sections for the ease of the original designer production. You get two 15" lengths in each lot. Sparkle. . . .Sparkle. . . . Sparkle!!!
$4.75/2-15" length lot
Item #8129


Vintage "A G0 Go" Chain!!    
The larger wavy links are 8 x 9mm. This chain is gold plated brass. Really cool. Great size. Not super big in size, but substantial to get your designs noticed. This one is limited.
$6.75/foot
Item #8128


Vintage Chain Lengths with Movement - Yeah!    
This chain has rectangular brass links (3.5 x 6mm) with a silver toned ring (6mm) with two brass beads (2.5mm) that move around the rings. Each lot contains 2 lengths - 6 1/2" long each. Originally these were produced to make bracelets so they are ready to have a clasp added if you wish. The design possibilities are. . . ..endless. Check out the enlargement of this wonderful chain.
$5.75/2 - 6 1/2" lengths
Item #8024


Vintage Brass Textured Bar Chain    
This one is on the light and fine side. We have enlarged a link so you can see the detail. The enlarged view shows the scale of the chain. Each bar link is 8mm long. Very well designed. Great value.
$5/per yard
Item #7702


Vintage Copper Colored Lengthy Unique Snake Chain    
4.5mm width x 10mm length per link. Very nice chain. This is a smooth brass with a deep copper look. Limited.
$3.75/foot
Item #7594


Vintage Golden Flat Link Brass Extra Fine Chain    
The image is enlarged so you can see the detail of this one. If you look at the larger image, you will get a good idea of the fine size of this chain. It’s small, but sweet.
$3.75/yard
Item #7593


Vintage Medium Weight Brass Curb Chain    
4.5 x 9mm each link. This one has a copper look even though it is brass. The chian is a satin finish with some shine at different angles. Very pretty old chain that has been preserved quite nicely.
$2.75/foot
Item #7591


Vintage Golden Brass Spiraled Chain    
1mm x 2mm. This is what I would consider a very fine chain. The wire used to create the spiraled texture is also very thin or fine. This style chain was used in many of the top designers fashions. Small links with lots of style.
$2.50/foot or 3 for $7.00
Item #7588


Vintage Faceted Brass Flat Link Chain BY THE SPOOL! CLOSEOUT    
10 x 3.5mm. This flat brass chain has been cut on both sides to give you a shine as if faceted. The sides are not, so they appear more copper in color, giving this chain some real dimension. Very nice old Chain. It was produced in Japan from the Nakagawa Company. We are now offering this one at a greatly reduced price by the spool, $85.00/ spool net*. Each spool has 50 meters!! If you do the math, that is less than70 cents/ foot! Get it while you can. If you need less, then you can order it by the foot as item 5720.
$85.00/1 SPOOL net*
Item #7586


Vintage Fancy Fabulous Chain - Gold Plated    
5.5mm x 13mm flat links. Really nice oval design. It’s gold plated steel. This one is the same at item #4555 only with a beautiful gold plating. Super design and super price. Sold precut in 52" lengths. This comes to less than $1.50 per foot.
$6.00/52" length
Item #6604


Vintage Fancy Fabulous Chain - Silver Plated    
5.5mm x 13mm flat links. Really nice oval design. It’s silver plated steel. This one is the same at item #4555 only with a beautiful silver plating. Super design and super price. Sold precut in 52" lengths. This comes to less than $1.50 per foot.
$6.00/52" length
Item #6603


Vintage Faceted Silver Plated Brass Flat Link Chain    
Vintage Faceted Brass Flat Link Chain - This is Item #5720 with a silver plate.
10 x 3.5mm. This flat brass chain has been cut on both sides to give you a shine as if faceted. Very nice old Chain. It was produced in Japan from the Nakagawa Company. Get this one while it lasts
$6.75/foot
Item #5955


Vintage Sterling Plated Swarovski Crystal Chain    
Each link is 16 x 8mm. The links are attached with a clear Swarovski Crystal component. This chain is very unusual. The crystal component allows a very flexible movement in the chain allowing for a wonderful flow. It’s gorgeous! Very limited as well. Check out the enlargement. Oh, my what a special item.
$12.75/foot
Item #5779


Vintage Mother of Pearl and Brass Bead Chain CLOSEOUT    
This is a wonderful old chain that was Made in Japan. Very rare find here. The brass corrigated beads are 8mm in diameter. The mother of pearl nuggets are various sizes and shapes. We can sell this in lengths from 1foot to 10 feet. CLOSEOUT SALE. THIS CHAIN NOW $5.50/foot, WAS $7.50. A 10 foot length is now a steal at $45 VS. $70. Get it while it lasts!
$5.50/foot or 10 feet for $45.00 net*
Item #5777


Vintage Faceted Brass Flat Link Chain    
10 x 3.5mm. This flat brass chain has been cut on both sides to give you a shine as if faceted. The sides are not, so they appear more copper in color, giving this chain some real dimension. Very nice old Chain. It was produced in Japan from the Nakagawa Company.
$5.75/foot
Item #5720


Vintage Very Fine Brass Stretched Cable Chain    
1 x 3mm. This one is very delicate. We enlarged the photo so you could see better.
$0.95/foot or 10 ft for $8.00
Item #4832


Vintage Brass Coated Aluminum Textured Cable Chain    
3.5 x 5mm. The links are flattened and the textured pattern is very striking.
$3.25/foot or 3 ft for $9.00
Item #4831


Vintage Stretched Chain    
1-1.5mm wide x 5.5mm long. This one is really old. Made in Japan.
$2.25/foot or 3 ft for $6.00
Item #4735


Vintage Brass Figaro Chain    
Long links - 2 x 6.5mm. This one was made in Korea. Its a finer chain, but durable.
$1.75/foot or 4 ft for $6.00
Item #4734


Vintage Glitz Brass Flatten Link Chain    
3 x 4mm link size. I had to photograph this one in a big heap so that you can see the sparkle. It is the most unusual vintage chain, or chain of any kind for that matter, that we have seen to date. Get yourself some of this one!
$4.75/foot or 3 ft for $13.50