Necklace Identifier

Identify Your Necklace from a Photo

A tangle of chains in a jewelry box rarely comes with labels. Photograph a necklace laid flat and the AI sorts out what it is — the chain style and link pattern, the metal it appears to be, any pendant or gemstone, and the era the design points to. You'll also get a rough value range so you can quickly tell a solid-gold heirloom from a costume piece.

What the Necklace Identifier Reads

• Chain type — cable, curb, figaro, rope, box, snake, herringbone, or Cuban link
• Metal — yellow, white, or rose gold, platinum, sterling silver, or plated base metal
• Pendant & gemstone — the style of any pendant and its main stone, if present
• Era & style — Victorian, Art Deco, mid-century, or contemporary design cues
• Estimated value — a rough resale band to separate fine from fashion jewelry

For the cleanest read, shoot the whole necklace on a plain background and add a close-up of the clasp, where the metal stamp usually lives.

Want the Exact Value of Your Necklace?

The free identifier is a quick first pass. For the real number — metal stamp decoding, gemstone grading, weight estimates, and comparable sold listings — start a free appraisal. You can also scan the whole piece with the jewelry identifier or focus on a charm with the pendant identifier.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I identify a necklace by photo?

Lay the necklace flat on a plain background, photograph the full piece plus a close-up of the clasp and any pendant, then upload it. The AI identifies the chain style, metal, pendant, gemstone, likely era, and a rough value range in seconds.

Can it tell what type of chain my necklace is?

Yes. From the photo it recognizes common chain styles — cable, curb, figaro, rope, box, snake, herringbone, and Cuban link — along with the metal the link pattern suggests.

Is the necklace identifier free?

Yes. Identifying a necklace by photo is free and needs no sign-up. For a precise valuation with metal stamp reading, gemstone grading, and comparable sold listings, start a free account for the full appraisal.

Can it identify a pendant on the necklace?

It reads the pendant as part of the piece — the metal, any stone, and the style or motif. For a deep dive on a standalone pendant, the dedicated pendant identifier gives a more focused read.