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The Different Types
of Jewellery Chains
When it comes to finding the perfect chain, you have a plenty of eye-catching options. Jewellers all over the world have created chain types from basic to intricate. However, there are many types of jewellery chains that are available at most any jewellery store. We’ll review some of the more common chain types to help you find one – or more - chain designs to fit your style.
Most chains widths are noted in millimeters. Chains can be as fine as .05 mm or as wide as a jeweller can make them. To measure the millimeter size of a chain, lay it flat against a ruler on the metric side. Chain width and chain weight matter greatly in your chain choice. A chain may be slender width-wide, but may be made from a low gauge wire, making it delicate-yet-strong.
The very best way to find what chain length works for you is to try them on and see. A chain that fits an average-sized person perfectly may seem too big on a petite frame, and too snug on a person with a larger frame. At Peoples, non-custom necklace chains are available in four industry standard lengths. Standard chain lengths are slightly different for men and women.
There are many different metals used in making chains for jewellery, however, we’re going to look at only the most common choices. Gold is a favorite metal found in chains. It’s a durable and available in a white, rose and yellow colours. Because gold is so soft, it is mixed with other metals, like silver, copper or zinc to form an alloy. Gold content is measured in karats.
• 10 karat gold contains 41.7% gold and 58.3% alloyed metals.
• 14 karat gold contains 58.8% gold and 41.2% alloyed metals.
• 18 karat gold contains 75% gold and 25% alloyed metals.
• 22 karat gold contains 91.6% gold and 8.4% alloyed metals.
Sterling silver is a durable metal with a long lifespan. Sterling silver is a mixture of 92.5% silver and 7.5% copper and is found in many jewellery styles today. Sterling silver is an affordable alternative to white or rhodium-plated gold.
Platinumis a durable, bright white metal. It is also rare and costly. Platinum may be found in very fine jewellery pieces. It wears well and is hypoallergenic.
Stainless Steel is an alloy of iron and two or more base metals, like nickel, zinc or copper. It’s called “stainless” steel because it will not tarnish or corrode. Stainless steel chain is a popular choice for men’s jewelry.
Titanium is a newer metal that is completely hypoallergenic. Titanium if one of the strongest metals around and is found most often in men’s jewellery. Titanium chain is perfect for those with metal allergies.
There are other metals used to make chains, including copper, brass, bronze as well as blended metal alloys. However, these are the metals most commonly found in fine jewellery styles.