Question 1

What types of gold chain are there?

Accepted Answer

The main gold chain styles are the rope (twisted links that catch the light), the cable (simple round or oval links), the box (square links), the figaro (a repeating pattern of long and short links), the snake (smooth and flexible) and the wheat (woven links). Pick the look you want below.

Rope — twisted links, the most classic look. See gold rope chain.
Cable — simple round or oval links, the standard chain for a pendant. See gold cable chain.
Box — browse box chains →
Figaro — browse figaro chains →
Snake — browse snake chains →
Wheat — browse wheat chains →

Question 2

How much is a gold chain?

Accepted Answer

The price of a gold chain depends on three things: the karat of gold (14K or 18K), the length, and the weight of gold in the chain — a thicker or longer chain uses more gold and costs more. A solid chain costs more than a hollow one. Prices change with the gold market, so we show today's live prices below.

See today's prices across the range: gold chains

Question 3

Which chain should I choose for a pendant?

Accepted Answer

For a diamond pendant, a cable or rope chain is the usual choice, and the key is to match the chain's width to the pendant's weight. A fine chain suits a small, light pendant; a heavier chain holds a larger one without sagging. Pick the gauge for the pendant you want to wear.

See a pendant to wear on it: diamond solitaire pendant, or browse lab grown diamond necklaces.

Question 4

What length should I choose?

Accepted Answer

Length sets where the chain sits. Chains come from 16 to 30 inches. The everyday range is 16 to 20 inches: 16 inches sits high at the base of the neck, 18 inches sits just below, and 20 inches rests on the collarbone. Choose longer for layering or to carry a larger pendant lower.

Question 5

Is a gold chain solid or hollow, and how durable is it?

Accepted Answer

A solid gold chain is gold all the way through, so it is heavier, stronger and easy to repair. A hollow chain uses less gold, so it is lighter and less costly, but it dents more easily. For daily wear or a heavier pendant, a solid chain lasts better.

Question 6

How do I care for a gold chain?

Accepted Answer

Store each chain flat or hung so it does not tangle, and check the clasp is closed each time you put it on. Clean it now and then with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap and a soft brush, then pat it dry. Have the clasp checked once in a while, like any fine jewelry.

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