1.25mm Rope Chain in 14K Gold

This is a 1.25mm rope chain in solid 14K gold, in yellow, white or rose, in 16, 18 or 20 inch lengths, with a lobster clasp.

The piece

• Metal: Solid 14K yellow, white or rose gold, never plated or filled
• Style: Rope, twisted links
• Width: 1.25 mm
• Lengths: 16, 18 or 20 inches
• Clasp: Lobster
• Made: In the USA
• Returns: Eligible under our return policy (stock design, never engraved or sized)

The design

A rope chain is made of small links twisted into a spiral, so it catches light along its whole length. That texture lets it stand on its own as a necklace, not only as a way to hang a pendant. At 16 inches a chain sits at the collarbone, 18 inches just below it, and 20 inches at the top of the chest. More in our guide to mixing and layering metals.

A gemologist’s note

Our gemologist suggests the rope chain for anyone who wants gold that reads as jewelry by itself. At 1.25 mm it stays delicate, and it layers well with a fine cable chain carrying a charm.

Care

Unclasp it before putting it on or taking it off rather than pulling it over your head. Store it fastened and flat so it does not knot, and polish with a soft jewelry cloth.