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The first + only permanent jewelry designer in the Boston area. Melene Kent Jewels is now accepting bookings for permanent jewelry consultations in studio and for private events.
Please contact Christie directly via text or call 617-515-1451
The first + only permanent jewelry designer in the Boston area. Melene Kent Jewels is now accepting bookings for permanent jewelry consultations in studio and for private events.
Please contact Christie directly via text or call 617-515-1451
Boston's First and Only Permanent Jewelry Design
Boston's First and Only Permanent Jewelry Design
MELENE KENT JEWELS
PERMANENT JEWELRY
Chain Details
GENERAL HISTORY:
Symbolic
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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.
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1970's chain became more chunky and sleek, as opposed to long and layered.
Rap scene-
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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.
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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.
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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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