Chains
A chain is an ornament that can be worn alone or paired with a pendant. This is a great option for a gift to a loved one, you can also choose a beautiful chain for a child. Our store offers a large selection of these ornaments – you will find what you are looking for!
Neck chains: which one to choose?
Choosing any jewelry starts with who exactly you are buying it for. There are men’s, women’s and children’s neck chains. You can wear them as an independent decoration, or with a cross, pendant.
When choosing a men’s or women’s chain, consider whether the wearer will wear it alone or with a pendant. For the last option, it is better to choose a model with a thickness of about 4-5 mm. A chain that is too massive will not look harmonious with the decoration. If it will be worn by itself, then you can choose a more massive version. When choosing the thickness, take into account the person’s build. For example, a thin chain will literally “get lost” on a large man’s torso, and such an ornament will look organic on a fragile girl.
A silver or gold chain for a child is one of the first “adult” ornaments. Most often, a cross or a small pendant will be worn on it. For children, it is better to choose models with strong weaving – for example, anchor. This is dictated by the safety of the baby, who may accidentally touch the ornament, as a result of which it will break.
Silver and gold chains also differ in length. For a man, accessories 50-55 cm are considered the best option. But for a body cross, you can choose a longer option if the owner plans to hide it under clothes.
The chain for a woman varies in length from 40 to 50 cm. It depends on the physique. The more petite the girl is, the shorter the chain should be – then the jewelry will look harmonious. When choosing an accessory for a child, choose a length of 40 cm.
The next stage of choosing a jewelry item is the type of chain weaving. Both the strength of the decoration and its appearance depend on it.
- Bismarck. One of the most popular weaving options with many subspecies.
- Anchor. In terms of strength, it can be compared to Bismarck weaving, but it is considered universal if you choose an accessory as a gift.
- Armoured. Its advantage is that such a women’s gold chain does not get tangled or deformed. The option is suitable for both women and men.
Accessories and processing technology differ. The process itself is necessary so that the metal in contact with the skin does not deteriorate and does not lose its original appearance. Metal can be processed using the following technology:
- Rhodium plating – this option gives the jewelry a special shine and keeps an attractive look for a long time.
- Gilding – silver accessories are processed using this method. It also allows you to extend the service life and make the product more attractive.
- Blackening – all hollows in the decoration are filled with a special alloy that gives a slight dark shade. Thanks to this, the texture of the product becomes more pronounced.
- Diamond facet – during processing, tiny faces are formed on the surface of the jewelry, which provide additional natural shine.
Silver and gold neck chains are a long-lasting accessory. With proper care, it will last for many years and can be passed down to children. But only if you purchased a quality product. Our store guarantees the originality of each piece of jewelry, including those with diamonds. We check them using special equipment for authenticity and quality.
Gold chains: care rules
If you decide to buy a gold chain, it is important to take care of the proper care of the jewelry. It is constantly or frequently in contact with skin, moisture and other factors that can affect its appearance. Regular and, most importantly, proper care will help preserve the gold chain for many years.
Over time, products may darken – this will not happen so quickly, but jewelry owners will definitely encounter this. This is due to the fact that the metal slowly but oxidizes. This process can be “speeded up” if the jewelry is not cared for properly or not at all. If you decide to buy a gold women’s chain, familiarize yourself with the rules of care for jewelry.
The basic rules of care for accessories look like this:
- Avoid contact of jewelry with water. Therefore, before taking a shower or bath, swimming in a reservoir, the chain must be removed.
- Do not exercise while wearing jewelry – sweat can also negatively affect their appearance.
- It is also better not to wear jewelry in places with high humidity – sauna, bathhouse, hammam.
- If you wear a chain just as a decoration for going “out into the world”, then it is better to put it on at the last moment, and take it off immediately after returning home. This minimizes the contact of the product with the skin – then it will retain its original appearance for a long time and will not need cleaning too soon.
- Wipe the product regularly with a soft cloth – it is better to do it every day.
- Store women’s gold chains separately from silver – this will minimize the risk of scratches on the surface.
- If the gold requires cleaning, it is better to contact a jeweler. Preventive cleaning is recommended once every six months to maintain the gold in its original form.
If the decoration darkens, you can bring it back to its original appearance and the house. To do this, use special napkins for cleaning gold.
