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Chain Details

GENERAL HISTORY:

 

Symbolic 

Gold jewelry has been dated as far back as 2600 BC.  Men Renisannace introduction as fashion and status.  

 

1930's Coco Chanel brought the chain to the forefront. Waist-length chains, often adorned with faux pearls.

Unlikely, wartime influenced fashion with chains designed inspired by tire tread patterns and mechanical ..... bricks and other functional building materials. 

1970's chain became more chunky and sleek, as opposed to long and layered.

 

Rap scene- 

Men's chains.

SATELLITE CHAIN

Also known as a Rosary chain or Saturn chain.  

Accent beads placed on a uniform chain. 

DRAWN CABLE

ROLO CHAIN

A type of belcher chain.

Circular or oval intertwined loops.  Composed of  half round wire, creating a more domed appearance. 

BOX CHAIN

Flat pieces of metal folded over each other to form a squared off appearance. Sometimes composed of half round wire, creating a softer edged look.  

BELCHER CHAIN

Consecutive, uniform links, created with wire in a circular fashion. 

Circular or oval intertwined loops.  

COIN CHAIN

Aka gypsy chain. Flat circular accents alternating with single round chin links. 

CURB CHAIN

Oval cables that are twisted and then pressurized, creating a compact in-laid appearance that lies flat. Bulk- free. 

Larger curb chains often seen on athletes. 

DAPPED CHAIN

Light reflective.  

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