The chain is the most versatile and functional product, which, thanks to the skill of specialists, has become a full-fledged piece of jewelry. It is worn as an independent accessory, supplemented with a pendant, a wearable icon or a cross.
Now jewelry manufacturers offer us a huge number of chains: short and elongated, wide and narrow, classic and decorative, male and female, gold and silver, not to mention dozens of different types of weaving. How to choose the chain that is right for you? Let's figure it out together.
Chain weaving technologies
The production of chains is carried out in several ways - manual, machine knitting or stamping.
Machine weaving is an automated technology using special equipment. The use of machines allows you to create jewelry with links up to 0.2 mm thick.
Despite the latest technology, some types of weaving can only be done by hand. And here you can not do without specialists - chain binders. The minimum weight of a hand-woven chain is about 6 grams, and its quality largely depends on the skill of the jeweler.
This is really painstaking and time-consuming work. First you need to stretch the gold or silver wire, wind it on the prepared base and cut the resulting spiral into rings of the same size. Chainlink manually fastens the links with pliers, "tying" the pattern, which provides for the type of weaving. In order for the rings not to disperse, all the links are soldered. The resulting chain is clamped between special shafts so that the links become flat.
Stamped chains are made from ready-made links - stamps. At the same time, they are not soldered to each other, but threaded into each other. As a rule, such jewelry is less durable, easily twisted and deformed.
Solid or Hollow: What's the Difference?
All chains, regardless of the type of weaving, are divided into solid and hollow.
A distinctive feature of hollow chains is a combination of volume and lightness. The wire from which the decoration is woven is hollow inside, therefore, with the outer thickness of the links, hollow chains have little weight. Most often they are made using complex decorative types of weaving and look quite solid. The advantage of such chains is their affordable price, which is determined by the mass of the product.
Solid chains are much heavier than hollow ones, which is reflected in the cost of jewelry. However, they are very comfortable in everyday wear, resistant to deformation and external influences and therefore durable. In case of damage to the links, the specialist will be able to easily solder the product and restore its original appearance.
Types of chain weaving
There are three basic technologies for knitting chains: "Anchor", "Shell" and "Bismarck". Over time, they have received so many variations that today there are more than 50 types of weaving: from the simplest to the most intricate with links of complex configuration. Each weave has a special name and can be made in both gold and silver.
It is easy to guess that "Anchor" weaving got its name due to the similarity with the weaving of a real anchor chain. It is characterized by simplicity and uncomplicatedness. In the classic version of weaving, each link has an oval shape.
Links can consist of one or two "rings". Therefore, technology is also distinguished "Double Anchor".
"Anchor" weaving with round links is known as "Rollo". At one time, this type of knitting became popular thanks to the Chopard fashion house, so it has a second name - Chopard.
Very similar to "Rollo" weaving "Garibaldi". The links of these chains have a round bifurcated shape. It is believed that the knitting was named after the spouses Giuseppe and Anita Garibaldi, the folk heroes of the Italian liberation movement, who were very friendly and shared each other's views.
Fantasy types of "Anchor" weaving also include Aurora and Hawaiian.
"Shell" technology has become the basis for the creation of various types of decorative weaving. Its distinguishing feature is that the flat links polished on both sides are attached not perpendicular to each other, but, as it were, in the same plane. The technology, which is highly durable, got its name due to its resemblance to chain mail links.
Weaving can be single, double and triple, depending on the number of fastened rings. A "shell" knit with diamond-shaped links is called "Rhombus" (it can also be double and triple).
"Nonna" is one of the most elegant varieties of shell weaving. Thanks to the diamond cut applied on both sides, such chains shine more in the light. Despite the external sophistication, these decorations are very durable. Oddly enough, the name of the weave has nothing to do with the female name. Nonna is an abbreviation for the Italian maglia della nonna, which means "grandmother's weaving".
An equally spectacular variety of armor knitting is Figaro, named after the famous comedy hero Beaumarchais, who was distinguished by his changeable temper. Just like Figaro, weaving is characterized by “inconstancy” - links of various shapes, short and long, alternate in the chain. The most common combinations are from 1:1 to 1:5. Figaro chains gained popularity thanks to the jewelry house Cartier, and gradually became known also as Cartier.
Chains often get their names from the special shape of the links. So, the "rings" resembling hearts gave the name to the romantic and gentle weaving "Love". Thanks to the links twisted into a spiral, the “Snail” weaving appeared (it is also called the “Paper Clip” for the similarity of the “rings” with the stationery of the same name), and divisions similar to a beautiful flower gave the name to the “Rose” chain.
A snake-like, smooth jewelry cord with tightly fitting links is known as a "Snake" (from the English snake - a snake). This weaving is comfortable in everyday wear, so it is often used not only in the manufacture of chains, but also in bracelets for pendants and charms.
The most popular twisted weaves are Korda, similar to a rope, and Singapore shimmering in the sun. Such chains are usually worn by women. These jewelry are elegant and at the same time reliable in operation.
But the truly masculine type of weaving in Russia is considered "Bismarck". Named, according to one version, in honor of the first chancellor of the German Empire, Otto von Bismarck, he is also known as "Kaiser" or "Cardinal". This weaving is one of the most difficult, so it is often done by hand. Fantasy knitting consists of links, which in turn consist of several multidirectional "rings". Weaving can be double, triple or quadruple, making it one of the strongest. Due to the thickness and volume, one of the varieties of "Bismarck" was called "Python".
An undeniable trend is the so-called fantasy chains. These ornaments are distinguished by unusual types of weaving, a combination of different shades of metals, multi-layeredness and the inclusion of decorative "links". Fantasy chains are more like necklaces or beads and are a completely independent decoration that can be worn without a pendant.
Which weave to choose?
Of course, this is primarily a matter of taste. However, some types of chains are traditionally classified as women's, men's or universal. Thus, the massive and respectable "Bismarck" is most often preferred by the representatives of the stronger sex, and the elegant "Nonna", "Singapore", "Rose", "Love" and a number of other varieties are considered truly feminine. A typical unisex weaving option is "Anchor".
For children, tight-knit chains, for example, Snake, as well as jewelry cords made of rubber or leather, are most optimal.
Choosing a chain length
One of the important criteria when choosing a chain is its length. As a rule, the size range is made up of models from 40 to 70 cm.
- 40 cm - the chain is worn at the very neck
- 50 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the upper part of the neckline
- 60 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the middle part of the neckline
- 70 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the lower part of the neckline
It is believed that it is better for women to choose chains up to 50 cm, and for men - longer. And yet, there are exceptions to every rule, and when buying a piece of jewelry, you must definitely try it on.
Types of chain locks
When purchasing a jewelry chain, pay attention to its lock. Firstly, it must be of high quality, since the safety of the jewelry depends on this “insignificant” detail. And secondly, the lock should be comfortable so that you can fasten and unfasten it yourself, easily putting any pendants on the chain.
As a rule, the type of lock is selected by the jeweler depending on the weight and type of weaving of the item. More massive chains have reliable carabiners, while a spring lock is more suitable for elegant thin models. Most often, both types of fasteners allow you to freely put pendants with different eye thicknesses on the chain, therefore, in terms of convenience and reliability, they are approximately equivalent to each other.
Combination of chain with bracelet and pendant
Many of us wear a chain all the time, so we do not perceive it as an ornament. Nevertheless, do not forget that this is an accessory that, like any piece of jewelry, requires special combination rules.
The pendant should match the chain in size, weight (about half the weight) and color of the metal. So, a large pendant or a cross on a thin chain will look ridiculous, and at the same time, too small a pendant will not be worn on a massive item.
Be sure to check that the ear of the suspension passes freely through the lock.
In addition to ordinary chains, there are also chain bracelets, which are often worn by both women and men. Ideally, the types of weaving of both products should match, but this is not common - jewelry can be donated, bought in different places or with a difference of several years. Therefore, it is quite enough that the bracelet and chain are combined with each other in thickness and metal. For example, the "Nonna" chain will look good with a "Rhombus" or "Love" weaving bracelet, and "Bismarck" - with a wide "Shell" knit.
In any case, if you doubt the compatibility of two jewelry, it is better to leave one. As the incomparable Coco Chanel said, “When choosing accessories, take off what you put on last.”
All women love jewelry - chains, earrings, pendants, necklaces, brooches and others. One of the most popular items is gold bracelets. They gracefully adorn the hand of a lady, emphasizing the good taste of their owner. The weaving of women's gold bracelets, the photos show this, has many varieties.
Gold bracelet weaving "Bismarck"
Anchor and shell
"Anchor" is a simple but elegant type of weaving. Used in the manufacture of many jewelry. It consists of links connected in series at an angle of ninety degrees to one another. There are several options:
- "Classic" - the links are made in the form of an oval.
- "Belzer", or "Rollo" - the links have the shape of a circle.
- Venetian style - strong weaving, which is distinguished by elegant thin links in the form of a rectangle or square. Several links can be connected to one block.
- Cord weaving - the anchor chain has a twisted shape.
With shell weaving, very beautiful fantasy bracelets are obtained. At the base are links, polished on both sides, connected in one plane. Depending on the number of links that go into one another, single, double and triple shells are distinguished. Varieties of shell weaving:
- "Rhombo" - the links have a rhombic shape.
- "Nonna" - with such a plexus, small links are enclosed inside large links.
- "Cartier", or "Figaro" is a combined weaving of gold chains, which is based on links of various shapes: round, oval, square, diamond-shaped and rectangular. At the same time, they all alternate with each other.
- "Snake" (jewelry cord) - weaving with a section in the shape of a circle. The bracelet has a light zigzag effect and is very reminiscent of a snake.
- "Cobra" - weaving has a section in the form of a square or oval.
- "Popcorn" - the surface of the links is swollen.
- "Rope", or "Kruchenka" - a gold bracelet is woven by analogy with a rope. Looks very catchy.
- Singapore weaving - the links are connected in such a way that the chain is twisted. When moving, the bracelet shines and glistens.
- "Panther's eye" - exquisite armor weaving from asymmetric links.
- "Love" - links in the form of hearts are connected in an openwork air chain. The technology is used only in the manufacture of jewelry for women.
- "Snail", or "Clip" - the links are twisted into a spiral.
Fantasy weaving bracelet
"Perlina" and "Bismarck"
The type of weaving "Pearl" is also called ball, since the links are made in the form of balls and are interconnected by a thread. Associated with pearls, hence the name of weaving. The links can be completely round, oval-shaped or cylinder-shaped. The bracelet looks very feminine and sophisticated.
Weaving "Bismarck" is also called "Kaiser" or "Cardinal". This type takes first place in a series of weaves. It is a complex pattern of successively connected links, which, in turn, are woven from several differently directed elements. Fantasy weaving has the following varieties:
- flat;
- semi-volumetric;
- "American";
- "Python";
- "Pharaoh";
- "Caprice";
- "Byzantine", or "King's Style".
Among jewelers, it is recognized as one of the most beautiful weaves. It is used to create gold bracelets not only for women, but also for men. Decorations are strong, durable, suitable for business style.
Types of weaving gold bracelets
Other types of weaving
Fantasy weaving of the second category of complexity is suitable only for women's jewelry made of gold. Bracelets made in this way have high strength, serve for many years and do not deform when worn. Jewelers sometimes call this type of weaving "Rose".
The links resemble a wonderful flower. They are connected in a chain in a complex order, forming an openwork light knitting of a volumetric look. The weaving itself looks great and is used for expensive items.
The above list of weaving bracelets: "Anchor", "Shell", "Pearl", "Bismarck" is far from complete. Jewelers know many other weaving options, for example, “Spider”, “Wheat” (very beautiful English weaving, its other name is “Spikelet”). "Serpentine" - elegant and delicate weaving, ideal for women's gold bracelets, looks elegant on the hand. No less good are such species as "Prince of Wales", "Cuban" and others.
Every woman should remember that the product chosen by her is designed to be in harmony with the outfit, not to stand out from the general style, but to complement the image, emphasizing its femininity and sophistication.
Weaving methods
Jewelry in the 21st century is based on the following methods of weaving chains and bracelets made of gold:
- Machine knitting is a complex automated process that is performed on special machines. Allows you to make jewelry with ultra-thin links (wall thickness does not exceed 0.2 mm). But not all varieties of weaving can be machine knitted. For example, Bismarck is always hand weaving.
- Stamping is the weaving of jewelry from pre-prepared links - stamps. They are not soldered, but threaded one into the other. Stamped bracelets look massive and heavy, but in fact they are not strong and durable, they often twist and deform when worn.
- Hand weaving is painstaking and delicate work. Jewelers who weave bracelets by hand are called chain binders. First, they wind a gold thread on a base in the form of a spiral, after which the resulting blank is cut into rings of the same size, from which the links are soldered. The resulting links are fastened together with pliers, weaving a pattern. The hand-knitted gold bracelet has a minimum weight of six grams, and its appearance and quality depend on the skill of the chain tie.
After weaving, chains and bracelets are processed in two to four stages - diamond cutting, flattening, and chipping.
The choice of jewelry is a matter of taste, but designers advise the fair sex with graceful wrists to choose finely woven gold bracelets. And massive ones, with many inserts and pendants, look better on a full arm.
Gold chains are one of the most popular pieces of jewelry for people of all ages. This laconic decoration can be an ideal base for decorative pendants or an independent element that catches the eye. The way the final version of the product looks is influenced by the types of weaving of gold chains. The more pretentious and intricate they are, the more refined the decoration will be, while it does not require additions. If the task is to choose an option for a profitable underlining of the pendant, pay attention to simple and durable designs.
Some types of jewelry chain weaving are considered strictly feminine or masculine, and some are equally suitable for everyone, even children. In addition to a purely decorative function, the weaving option affects the strength and durability of jewelry. Some of them are easier to repair, and some, once deformed, will no longer be able to serve their master. A detailed study of the nuances of creating gold chains and the characteristics of their types of weaving will help when choosing a product option at the time of purchase.
- machine knitting;
- manual;
- stamped.
In the first case, thin light gold chains with small links are obtained. For their manufacture, ultra-thin gold wire is used, the diameter of which does not exceed 0.15 millimeters. The link making machine is so fast that it produces 600 pieces in one minute. After the links are fastened together, the finished chain is calcined in a special oven. There, under the influence of high temperature, the ends of each link are soldered, which guarantees the strength of the product. If all technological processes are performed without violating the rules, the machine knitting chain will serve its owner for many years.
In terms of quality and reliability, machine-made gold chains cannot be compared with hand-knitted products.
The beauty of the finished jewelry and its strength depend on the skill of the jeweler. The manual method of creating products is often resorted to in small private workshops. They are also used in large enterprises, since only truly exclusive goods are created manually. With hand knitting, you can create chains up to 6 grams in weight.
Stamped chains are produced using special dies. In sheet gold metal, stamps extrude the shapes of individual links. The thickness of the gold sheet does not exceed 0.3 mm. This type of production is less expensive and faster, and stamped chains look more voluminous, although their weight remains small. But in strength and durability, they are inferior to chains of machine and hand knitting.
Making gold wire for chains
From these thin twigs, craftsmen created exquisite jewelry in ancient Egypt. Modern technologies make it possible to make a wire up to 3 kilometers long from one gram of pure gold. Surprisingly, ancient jewelers also possessed similar skill, although they did not have our high-precision units. During archaeological excavations in Egyptian Abydos, experts found gold jewelry made of wire, the diameter of which was equal to the thickness of a human hair - no more than a third of a millimeter!
Making twigs for knitting chains is a very painstaking work that requires attention from the master. First, molten gold is poured into a mold (form for ingots), receiving a wire with a diameter of half a centimeter. It is stretched, passing through several holes, the diameter of which gradually decreases.
The thickness of the finished wire varies from 0.2 to 2 millimeters.
The choice of thickness depends on what kind of jewelry the master plans to create from it: a chain, bracelet or eyelet for earrings. The estimated weight of the future jewelry is also taken into account - for weightless feminine ones you need the thinnest wire, and for men thicker.
When the master has received a twig of the required diameter, the formation of the links of the future chain begins. The golden thread is wound onto a special base, and then removed from it - a spiral is obtained. Then, using scissors, rings of the same diameter are cut.
Next, the master manually fastens these links, taking into account the selected type of weaving, and solder each one with solder so that they hold tight. After that, the chain is clamped in special shafts and the links are made flat. The next step is to install the lock and polish the jewelry.
The main characteristics of popular types of weaving
Gold chains are divided into three large classes, differing in the type of knitting:
- anchor;
- armored;
- bismarck.
Each type has many more subspecies, because jewelry masters are trying to bring a new original idea to the classic variations. To date, experts identify more than fifty different options for basic weaving.
Universal anchor knit
This option looks like an anchor chain, hence the name. This is the simplest type of weaving, used for those gold chains on which pendants are worn. It suits women, men and children equally well. Anchor weaving is quite durable, easy to repair.
In the classic variation, the gold chain consists of oval links attached to each other perpendicularly.
A more durable version of this weaving is called "sea anchor". It has a small stick-shaped web inside each link to reinforce it.
There is also a three-dimensional version of weaving, in which each link consists of two gold rings. This variety is called "double anchor". Anchor-type weaving, created from round-shaped links, is “rollo” or “chopard”. The last version of the name is unofficial, but at one time it was the Chopard fashion house that made this type of knitting recognizable all over the world.
In the Garibaldi weave, the links are also round, but they are forked in the middle. The type of mating and its name are associated with the legend of the spouses Giuseppe and Anita Garibaldi, active participants in the liberation movement in Spain, who were inseparable.
The type of golden weaving "Venice" is created from flat square or rectangular links. They are sequentially connected to each other at a right angle, as is typical for all anchor-type chains. This option is also called "Italian". In one block, several links can be intertwined at once, and therefore the Italian can be double and triple.
A variety of armored weaves
A distinctive feature of such gold chains is that all links are polished on both sides and are attached to each other in the same plane. Outwardly, these pieces of jewelry resemble a small fragment of medieval chain mail. They are very strong and many people like them because they fit snugly to the surface of the skin.
Armor weaving can consist of single, double or triple links.
Some of the most popular subspecies of this knitting option:
- nonna;
- figaro;
- rhombo;
- the Rose;
- snake;
- spikelet.
Weaving "nonna" is distinguished by grace and femininity. Each link of such products is decorated on both sides with a diamond facet, which makes the gold jewelry shine especially brightly. Nonna knitting looks sophisticated, but at the same time one of the most durable.
A fashionable version of armored weaving is Figaro, or Cartier. The famous jewelry house Cartier is not indifferent to this type of knitting, hence the second name. A distinctive feature of "figaro" is the alternation of links of different shapes or lengths in the same sequence. For example, three small links - one large one, or one oval-shaped element - four round ones, and so on. The alternation depends on the imagination of the jeweler or the client, if we are talking about a private order.
For weaving "rhombo" is characterized by the use of diamond-shaped links. This option can be double and triple - depending on the number of gold elements used. Such jewelry is durable and versatile, for which men love them.
Weaving "lavas" is liked by a woman, because its links resemble a heart in shape. These decorations come only with single elements, as they are so intricately twisted that there is no need to cling more.
Another female version of shell weaving is a rose. Experts attribute it to the types of medium complexity of production. Although weaving looks quite voluminous, thanks to the grace it remains light and feminine. Miniature links made of the thinnest gold wire create chains on which you can hang pendants that are not too heavy. And from more voluminous "roses" they create bracelets.
Both female and male types of weaving gold chains can be a snake, which is also called a “snake” (from the English snake - a snake) or a tondo. Outwardly, it resembles a precious lace, in which all the links fit snugly together, creating the effect of snake scales. Products with weaving "snake" are suitable for wearing in the form of bracelets with pendants. Gold chains around the neck can be single or twisted, consisting of two interlaced strands.
The unisex style is spike weaving, created from links of the same size, connected so that they look in the same direction. These chains are very strong, and therefore suitable for everyday wear, including with a pendant.
Since ancient times, girls and women have worn jewelry that attracted passing men. Today, almost every beauty has a gold chain in her jewelry box. Properly selected decor will emphasize the individuality of its owner and will be a great addition to any outfit. Even the representatives of the stronger sex can wear such an accessory. But first you need to learn more about the types of weaving gold chains for women and men.
Gold chains are very popular. Such products can not only complement the image, but also emphasize the social status of their owners. Handmade accessories are in great demand.
In ancient times jewelry was made by skilled craftsmen. People put a lot of effort into creating beautiful chains. To get a thin wire, gold had to be melted down. Rings-links were twisted from the resulting material, which were then connected into one chain. Accessories are carefully polished to make them shine.
Modern jewelry can also be made by hand, but the sale is usually dominated by automated options. Such products look elegant and sophisticated.
Chains come in different weaves. There are special link dies that thread into each other, but the final products are of poor quality, as the chain rings often twist and fall apart. The most durable are the variations made by hand. The master does everything on his own, without resorting to the help of any machines.
With automated equipment, high quality jewelry is obtained. With it, even the smallest links of 2 mm can be achieved. Machine-made chains are less expensive than hand-made ones.
In the warm season, people wear more jewelry, and gold chains that sparkle in the sun will be the perfect summer accessory for both women and men.
Today, the range of gold chains is quite wide. Before buying, some try on a lot of jewelry until they find the right option. Therefore, it is worth knowing in advance about the types of weaving chains.
Bismarck style
Bismarck is one of the most durable types of weaving. It is quite difficult to create such a product, but the output is a magnificent decoration that will amaze anyone with its appearance. The gold chain, made in the Bismarck style, looks aristocratic. She is able to emphasize the viability of her carrier. The size of the decoration varies depending on the wishes of customers.
In the manufacture of multidirectional links are connected in fantasy weaving. Since the product is as durable as possible, it is worn without removing it.
Weaving Bismarck has several options:
A few centuries ago, Bismarck weaving was considered exclusively feminine. The chains were made thin and long. Since the products were very durable, after some time they began to be made for men as well. Gold jewelry for the stronger sex was massive and thick. They were considered a sign of wealth and high status.
In these ornaments, the links are linked to each other perpendicularly. Outwardly, the product resembles ship chains. The classic version consists of oval rings. The elongated links look attractive. Some accessories are made from round or rectangular elements.
When anchor weaving, white or yellow gold is used. Create accessories manually or by automated method. Such a chain is not difficult to make, since the links are connected quite simply.
Chains with Anchor weaving are durable and unpretentious in care. But some jewelry may have poor-quality locks, so it is recommended that you carefully check them before buying. The clasp must be secure.
Weave, reminiscent of an anchor chain, there are several varieties:
Such products can be combined with any gold jewelry. They look great on their own as well. A pendant can be added to products with anchor weaving, but on condition that the chain itself is thin.
This option is also quite popular. In the armored weaving, the links are located in the same plane. The chain is obtained with a smooth surface and looks like a single whole. Because of this placement of the rings, the product resembles a chain mail-shell.
Carapace weaving also has several subspecies:
Curb-weave chains are highly durable, so they can last a long time. The links are ground on both sides so that they do not twist. Jewelry made from different types of gold can become the most beloved accessory in the collection or a gift for relatives or friends.
Fox's tail
Separately, it is worth mentioning such a variety of shell weaving as the Fox tail. A dense and durable product is usually chosen by men. The chains use links of the same type and size. With the use of a fantasy connection, such massive accessories look luxurious and respectable. The fox tail looks great in any color of gold, so many buyers prefer this particular jewelry option.
Weaving is of several types:
- A circle. A product with high strength is created on the basis of rounded spirals of links connected in such a way that they cannot be separated.
- Square. The original weaving includes wire, links, ligaments and rings, complemented by a diamond face. Working with such chains is voluminous and time-consuming, but the finished products are unusual and rich in appearance.
- Spiral. An expensive option is assembled from spirals twisted in different directions. Such chains are assembled only by hand. Each individual element includes six thin rings.
Due to the flat edges, the Foxtail chains shimmer beautifully in the sun. Fine jewelry began to be created a long time ago, but they are still popular and in great demand.
A chain with an unusual shape of links made of small double pearl balls and gold "barrels" is called Perlina. The product has a feminine and elegant look. This type of weaving cannot be called fashionable. Usually it is preferred by girls and girls who want to emphasize their individuality.
The name of the chain weaving style comes from the English word perl - “pearl”. We have recently started to make such ornaments. Perlin chains are short-lived, which is the reason for the low demand for them. Just one accidental bend can break or bend the cable.
Ladies who have a swan neck are advised to purchase a chain in the form of a choker. Ladies with a neck of medium length fit jewelry from 55 cm.
Other types of chains
characterized by twisting annular links. The chain in this style looks beautiful on the neck, shimmering in the sun. Young girls and luxurious ladies should definitely please themselves with such decoration. The twisted version of the chain is universal: the jewelry will suit any outfit, regardless of the age of its owner. Slim models are ideal for everyday wear.
If the chain is not too thick, it can be combined with a pendant. A large product is best left without additional details. The pendant to the jewelry should be chosen carefully, as heavy elements will pull the chain, and in the worst case, break or break it. And very light options will hang out and constantly move around the product.
Weaving Chamomile, which is also known as the Rose, is used in the manufacture of jewelry for women. The chain of an openwork look and light weight looks like an unopened flower. Round links are connected in a complex order to make a magnificent weave. Volumetric models are worn as an independent accessory, and subtle variations will look great with a pendant.
Weaving Harness (or Triplets) characterized by medium complexity of execution and high strength. This version of the chain does not get confused and looks great on both male and female necks. Models in the form of a thick twisted tourniquet are suitable for respectable representatives of the stronger sex, and young girls are advised to purchase thin and long jewelry. An exquisite accessory will look beautiful in combination with precious stones.
consists of two or three diamond-shaped rings soldered together. A smooth and flat chain is usually created by machine. The finished product is processed manually and, if necessary, coated with a galvanic composition.
There are also more complex types of these products, for example, Thai chain weaving, which is distinguished by an intricate pattern and a difficult technique. These jewelry look great not only in gold, but also in silver.
This is a great birthday gift or a nice purchase to add to your favorite accessories range. But from the variety of weaving of these products, eyes run wide. And how among them to choose a decoration that will please the eye and last for many years?
What are the types of weaving chains
Types of weaving often depend on the method of manufacture: handmade, machine knitting or stamping. Thanks to progress, chain links made with the help of a machine can reach a thickness of up to 0.2 mm. But the possibilities of machines are not unlimited. Certain types of weaving (if we are talking about “heavy” items, in which more than 6 grams of gold) are made by hand by jewelry craftsmen. Such chains are considered the most reliable. But it is worth noting that this directly depends on the experience of the master. Bracelets and chains are made by craftsmen both in small workshops and in large-scale production.
Consider popular weaving and their features in more detail.
Anchor weaving
Simple weaving got its name due to the similarity with the chain to which the anchor is attached on ships. The classic version of the chain is characterized by the fact that each link has the shape of an oval.
Chains made in the technique are suitable for men and women. These are strong enough products that you can hang pendants and crosses on.
Anchor weaving has its subspecies, among which we will highlight the Venetian.
Venetian weaving
In contrast to the classic anchor weaving in the “Venetian”, the links do not have the shape of an oval, but of a square or rectangle. One block can consist of two, three or more links.
Carapace weaving
If in anchor weaving the links are fastened cross to cross, then in armored weaving they are in the same plane. These chains are smooth, and the links smoothly pass from one to another, creating the appearance of a single whole.
This weaving is highly durable and versatile, suitable for women and men. But children's jewelry in this technique is not performed. Carapace weaving has many subspecies: Mona Lisa, Love, Cartier, Singapore and others.
Weave Mona Lisa
Delicate and elegant chain consists of large rings into which small ones are soldered. This makes the decoration beautiful and durable. Outwardly, weaving resembles the surface of chain mail or lace. Jewelry made in this way is worn independently without a pendant.
Weave Love (love)
The heart-shaped link is the main feature of weaving. Such chains are airy and light. Women's gold chains look especially beautiful in the performance of this weaving. Such a chain can be supplemented with a pendant.
Cartier weaving
Its second name is Figaro. Such chains look unusual and arouse interest among extraordinary personalities. The difference of this weaving is in the connection of links of different shapes: round and oval. Their order may vary. For example, three short links and one oblong, or 2 + 1. Because of such randomness, weaving received the popular name “figaro”.
Weave Singapore
Originally connected links make up an exquisite weave with a luxurious sheen. This is achieved due to the fact that the links are twisted in a spiral. And despite the tenderness of the product, such weaving is considered durable and is in harmony with the pendants.
Weave Snake
A smooth cord with tight-fitting links resembling the scales of a snake is called a snake. This effect is achieved due to the tight fit of the polished links to each other. Weaving is suitable for chains with pendants or bracelets with charms.
Weave Bismarck
Bismarck received the title of the most reliable weaving. One section has four links connected in pairs. A chain made in this style sits securely on the hand and relieves the owner of the jewelry from the fear that it will break and be lost.
Weave Trismarck
Trismarck is one of the subspecies of Bismarck. Its feature in more links in one section is three pairs. Chains made in this weaving serve as separate jewelry pieces. It is pointless to supplement them with pendants - the chain is usually massive and it is impossible to put a pendant on it.
Weaving Rhombus
Diamond-shaped links located inside each other give the products a sophisticated, delicate look. There are three subspecies of such weaving: single, double and triple. Weaving is suitable for people of any gender and age. Therefore, consultants in a jewelry store often ask about them.
Weaving Seagull
Weaving chains for men is called Seagull or Double Brook. Large links fit very tightly to each other, and create the appearance of a weighty brutal decoration. Often products with such weaving are chosen by women as a gift to a man. It is considered one of the original handmade weaves.
Weave Spiga
Jewelry made using this technique has an interesting texture, so it is complemented by a pendant or acts as an independent decoration. However, you need to choose the pendant thoughtfully. A simple light decoration will not work. It will be lost against the background of a delicate, but original chain. But a large pendant of an interesting design will sparkle with all colors.
fantasy weaving
One type of weaving cannot be classified under this category. This is the general name for those chains and bracelets that are made in a unique way. For example, a link of the original form, an unusual combination of elements or different metals.
Where to buy a chain of gold?
You will find a rich variety of gold chains and reliable types of weaving silver chains in the assortment of the Golden Age jewelry factory. Chains of hand and machine work can be ordered in the online store at competitive prices. Every month there are discounts on jewelry. Buy gold chains in order to please yourself or your loved ones with the perfect gift.
