The gold chain can be called a thing, on the one hand, universal, on the other - emphasizing the individuality of its owner. You can wear a graceful pendant on it, a pendant with a pebble, a cross, combined with other accessories - bracelets, rings and earrings ... And some models look more than self-sufficient and do not need any extras.
In this article we will talk not so much about fashion and aesthetics, as about the reliability and correctness of the choice. What is worth paying attention to, later not to regret the acquisition?
What is your choice of mine?
Before you choose a women's chain, you will have to focus on several factors at once:
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method of making an accessory;
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type of weaving;
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kind of lock.
And together, and separately, all these items can cause bitter disappointment - because of the lock, the decoration can easily fall off the neck and be lost forever, and some types of weaving bring a lot of trouble, because the chain gets tangled in hair or creases form on it. But if you approach the purchase thoroughly, then problems can be avoided.
Types of weaving
It is better to start with weaving, because it is responsible not only for wear, but also for appearance.
Among lovers of jewelry, there are whole personal charts on the strength of chains, so we suggest that you familiarize yourself with the top of the most famous types of weaving, and at the same time evaluate their advantages and disadvantages.
Anchor
Absolute champion in the category of "reliability." In addition, it enjoys well-deserved popularity not only because of its resistance to external influences, but also because of its ease of care. The only caveat: girls sometimes consider such chains to be rude, but they are very willing to buy their lovers or brothers.
Venetian
The complete external opposite of the first variant: the representatives of the weaker half appreciate the design and the sophistication of the jewelry. But in practicality it is not inferior - it is quite strong weaving. Look great with the addition of a pendant.
Bismarck
Weaving, which can be safely attributed to the category of "unisex", as such chains are happy to wear and boys and girls. It is strong enough not to worry about reliability and a winning visual to make a choice in its favor. Women often wear a chain with weaving “Bismarck”, as an independent piece of jewelry - it looks really luxurious.
Nonna
An amazing combination of strong weaving and at the same time external refinement. The probability of breakdown is minimized, the possibility of strongly confusing the chain - too. Being volumetric in appearance, such chains can make an impression even without a pendant, but if you pick it up, the image can become truly royal.
the Rose
For execution and weaving technique - this is the most time-consuming and unusual type. For the manufacture requires enough gold, and the work can be exclusively manual, which, accordingly, affects the cost of the product. But the high price is probably the only minus of the chain. Such a thing looks like a designer jewel, and in terms of reliability, it will not yield to the notorious “anchor”.
Naturally, the types of weaving are much more than five. There are cute and thin "snake" - looking at such a chain it seems as if it is made of a thin stream of metal. However, creases on it are formed more often and faster than on others.
Or "Figaro" - according to some, the most reliable weaving for gold. However, due to the peculiar design, the chains with such weaving are preferred by men, and more often in the form of bracelets.
Clasps
It’s not worth talking about the troubles that a poor-quality or weak lock can cause - everything is obvious. At the same time it is important that the chain can be fastened without assistance and nail breakage.
So, among the locks for the gold chain are distinguished:
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The most common type of lock - the spring one - gained fame not because of its simplicity, but because of its high strength. Everybody knows the round mechanism with a latch rarely fails, however, with the purchase you need to pay attention to the connecting ring - it must be tight and without disconnections;
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Carabiners are also considered popular. Among the undoubted advantages - the ability to withstand an impressive weight of jewelry and ease of handling. Unlike the previous version, such a lock can be opened even with one hand, and it is not inferior in strength and durability;
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Fasteners like "box" are more often used in the chains intended for carrying on a hand. More often it is used for the sake of design: if another lock is out of the general concept of decoration, then choose a box. It is designed for large products, but reliability is not its best side;
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Eight - the most simple, elegant fastener. Simplicity concerns not only the appearance: it is enough to put a loop in the ring and a decoration on the neck! But easily worn is also easily removed, and from any awkward or active movement.
Weaving method
And now again it is necessary to return to weaving, but it will be a question not of types, but of variations of production.
The most inexpensive, but also the most short-lived chains are those that are made from blanks under a press. They weigh little enough, even when they are voluminous, but, in fact, they are empty, which is why you can easily get a room on the product or twist the decoration. Stamped things just can not be considered the benchmark of strength.
Machine binding is an excellent option for those who are looking for reliability. But there is one nuance: this way you can make only a thin chain, the weight of which does not exceed 6 grams. In addition, much depends on the manufacturer, whose task is to carefully monitor compliance with the technology.
But hand weaving is a ready answer to the question, which weaving of a gold chain is the most durable. Moreover, such a binding is used not only in small shops or boutiques, but also in large enterprises. Being a unique and reliable product, such chains are quite expensive.