
Luxury Story
Yves Saint Laurent Golden Medallion Upcycled Chain
This upcycled necklace features a genuine Yves Saint Laurent gold medallion pendant on a polished gold-tone stainless steel chain. The chain is 18 inches (49 cm) long with an adjustable extender and clasp, and it is made in Paris. The pendant displays a raised interlocking YSL monogram, and the necklace comes with a storage box.
- Color
- Golden
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- vintage, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Size
Specifications
Vintage-inspired upcycled chain necklace with authentic Yves Saint Laurent golden medallion.
Crafted from stainless steel, adjustable length with extender chain and clasp, includes storage box.
- Color
- Golden · yellow
- Material
- Stainless steel
- Style
- vintage, classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Additional Attributes
- authentic Yves Saint Laurent medallion
- stainless steel chain
- adjustable extender chain and clasp
- upcycled piece
- handmade in Paris
- storage box included
- unique vintage design
- 18-inch length
- ethical and eco-responsible brand
Product Insights
A 1970s YSL medallion, salvaged from authentic vintage jewelry, is hand-assembled in Paris onto a tarnish-resistant stainless steel gold-toned chain. Priced at $375 CAD—below the $595–$2,335 range of vintage YSL multi-strand pieces—it is offered in bi-weekly limited drops and is currently out of stock. The adjustable 16- to 18-inch lengths, with a 2-inch gap for layering without tangles, adapt to different necklines. A storage box is included to prevent scratches on the gold-tone finish, supporting the necklace's longevity and value retention.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Genuine YSL medallion from the 1970s first jewelry line, repurposed in Paris.
- Material
- Stainless steel with gold-toned finish: resists tarnish and won't turn skin green.
- Value
- At $375 CAD, it offers a lower entry point than vintage YSL multi-strand necklaces ($595–$2,335 USD).
- Authenticity
- The medallion is salvaged from authentic vintage YSL items and verified by Luxury Story's suppliers.
- Craftsmanship
- Hand-assembled in Luxury Story's own Paris workshop.
- Exclusivity
- Each necklace is part of a bi-weekly limited drop and YSL vintage jewelry retains value.
- Longevity
- Corrosion-resistant stainless steel chain and storage box extend necklace life.
- Finish care
- Included storage box helps prevent scratches that can wear the gold-tone finish.
- Neckline fit
- 16-inch length prevents pendant flip on V-necks; 18-inch length clears crew necks.
- Layering
- 2-inch gap between shortest and longest lengths matches layering spacing rule, preventing tangles.
- Length adjustability
- Extender chain allows toolless adjustment between 16 and 18 in, replacing two necklaces.
Product record
- Title
- Yves Saint Laurent Golden Medallion Upcycled Chain
- Brand
- Luxury Story
- Price
- 375 CAD
- Availability
- Out of stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01

Product
A long polished gold chain with faceted elongated oval links suspends a round gold medallion pendant with a raised rim and raised interlocking letters 'YSL'; pendant attaches by a small jump ring and a tapered trapezoid bail.
- Chain link patternTwo matching strands of polished gold chain composed of repeating elongated faceted oval links with small connectors, visible from top center down to the pendant.
2 regions
x 0.38 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.78 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.02 · w 0.08 · h 0.78 (high) - Pendant shape and rimCircular medallion with a raised outer rim and a slightly recessed central field.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.77 · w 0.14 · h 0.12 (high) - Medallion emblem“Raised interlocking letters 'YSL' centered on the medallion surface.”
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.80 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Pendant attachmentSmall circular jump ring links the medallion to a tapered trapezoid bail that connects to the chain.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.73 · w 0.08 · h 0.06 (high) - Surface finishOverall polished reflective gold finish on chain and pendant with slightly darker, warmer tone in recessed areas of the medallion.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain white background with centered composition and soft shadowing beneath the pendant.
- BackgroundEven plain white background occupying the full frame.
- Shot compositionNecklace hung vertically and centered in the frame with the pendant near the lower center.
- Lighting and shadowSoft studio lighting creates subtle soft shadows below and to the right of the chain and pendant.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.82 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium)
Colors
bright polished gold· chainantique warm gold· medallion face#B28D54- Chain link patternTwo matching strands of polished gold chain composed of repeating elongated faceted oval links with small connectors, visible from top center down to the pendant.
- 02

Product
Close-up of a circular gold-tone medallion pendant on a textured gold chain; pendant has a raised interlocking letter mark and a wide tapering bail connecting to the chain.
- Pendant shapeCircular layered medallion comprising a thicker top disk set above a thinner bottom rim, forming a stepped edge around the perimeter.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Surface finishMatte-to-satin gold finish on the medallion face with slightly brighter polished edge visible on the lower rim.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Raised mark on faceRaised, stylized interlocking characters or monogram centered on the medallion face; characters are in relief and cast in the same gold tone as the disk.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.71 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium) - BailTapered rectangular bail with a smooth polished exterior that attaches the medallion to the chain; bail opening shows the chain passing through.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.55 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Chain link styleFine gold-tone chain composed of small faceted, angular oval links that reflect light and create a textured, twisted appearance.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.50 · h 0.64 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows; composition focuses on pendant and chain with top portion of chain extending out of frame.
- BackgroundEven, light neutral background with minimal texture and soft shadow under the pendant.
- Shot compositionClose-up detail view with pendant positioned toward the lower-left quadrant and chain extending toward the upper-right corner; topmost chain leaves the frame.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft studio lighting producing subtle specular highlights on faceted chain links and a gentle shadow beneath the medallion.
Colors
yellow gold tone· medallion and chain#CBAD74- Pendant shapeCircular layered medallion comprising a thicker top disk set above a thinner bottom rim, forming a stepped edge around the perimeter.
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Customer Reviews
4 total4 reviews · out of 5
too small
Wanted a long chain
So lovely
Love this piece. Looks so unique.
Superbe
Superbe
The necklace was all kinked & cheap looking
The little box was shipped in the biggest box I have ever seen, sham on Simons for the waste of cardboard and with the little box being thrown around it was all tangled upon arrival. Also, for $375 the quality could be way better.