ROPE FIGARO OR CURB?

UNDERSTANDING CHAIN TYPES

There are many gold and silver chain styles available, each serving different purposes and offering different effects to the wearer. Below we list the more popular chain styles available to purchase from Chains of Gold. Although our shop is UK based, we offer FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY on all purchases.

Shop for a Anchor / Mariner or Rambo Gold Chain

Anchor & Mariner ChainsSimilar to the Figaro chain (discussed below), except the Anchor chain alternates a single, small, round link with a larger oval link. These links resemble the chain attached to an anchor on a boat, hence the name. Available in a range of widths and popular with men in particular.

Shop for a Belcher or Rolo Gold Chain

Belcher ChainsComprising of oval interlocking links with alternate links turned 180°. This chain comes in a range of widths; smaller chains being more popular with females and larger, chunkier chains with males.

Shop for a Box Gold Chain

Box ChainsBox chains have square links rather than round links, giving the chain a ‘boxy’ appearance. Thinner versions of box chains are popular for women’s jewellery and often paired up with pendants. Thicker chains look great work by men or by women as statement pieces.

Shop for a Curb Gold Chain

Curb Chain NecklaceCurb chains are a very popular choice, particularly with men as they are available with heavy, large links. The curb is a simple and classic design of flat, interlocking, identical links. Historically, the links were large as they were made with very little machinery and hence were very time consuming. Nowadays however, with the advent of modern machinery, smaller and more feminine curb chains are available. Smaller curb chains work well with pendants and diamond cut or twisted curb chains tend to reflect the most light.

Shop for a Figaro Gold Chain

Figaro ChainsThe Figaro chain has flattened links which vary in size. It usually has 2 or 3 shorter links alternating with a longer link. Figaro is a style that originated in Italy and is popular with both men and women.

Shop for a Rope Gold Chain

Rope ChainsRope chains are chains where small links are manipulated to avoid calling attention to their appearance; instead, they are linked in a twisted pattern to resemble a genuine rope. Rope chains come in both delicate versions where they are a popular choice for pendant necklaces, and heavier versions where the chain itself is the main attraction.

Shop for a Singapore Gold Chain

Singapore Twist Curb ChainsAt Chains of Gold, we refer to the Singapore chain as a ‘twist curb’ chain. The Singapore is made of twisted and braided fibers. Known for its strength, integrity, classic pattern and simplicity, this is a popular choice with those looking for a pendant chain.

Shop for a Snake Gold Chain

Snake ChainRather than visible links, snake chains are made up of rings which fit together closely, making a chain with an appearance of a flexible tube and the texture of snakeskin. Snake chains are usually narrow and delicate. Again, a great choice for a pendant.

Shop for a Spiga / Wheat Gold Chain

Spiga & Wheat ChainsSpiga or Wheat chains are normally created with four strands of twisted oval links. The links are braided and woven together to make a lovely looking chain that is quite eye-catching!

Shop for a Bead or Ball Gold Chain

Ball ChainThe ball chain has round beads fixed along a chain, either with some distance between each bead or, more popularly, strung close together with a small space in-between (as pictured). Popular for use with pendants, particular dog tag pendants.

Shop for a Gucci Gold Chain

Gucci Chain NecklacesVery similar to the anchor chain but the links are round as opposed to square. A wider gucci chain can make a great statement piece of jewellery. Smaller gucci chains are very pretty and a popular choice with pendants.