Snake Chain 40cm
Snake Chain 40cm
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Hang one charm. Hang four.
The chain doesn't care, and neither should you.
What this chain is
The snake chain from House Of 18th Jewellery is a 40cm snake chain, 1mm wide, made of 925 sterling silver plated in 18ct gold, with a lobster clasp and a 925 stamp. The chain is sold without a charm. Any House Of 18th Jewellery charm slides onto it, and buying the chain with a charm takes €5 off.
Why a snake chain for charms
A snake chain is made of tightly joined plates that form a smooth, flexible tube instead of open links. Charms glide along a snake chain instead of catching in the links, and the solid build carries the weight of several charms without stretching. A snake chain also lies flat and reflects light along its whole length, so it reads as a necklace on its own with no charm at all.
How the 40cm length wears
A 40cm chain sits at the base of the neck, just above the collarbone on most women. Worn together with the 45cm House Of 18th Jewellery dainty chain, the 5cm difference lets the two chains layer without tangling.
How to care for a snake chain
Snake chains kink permanently if they're bent sharply, so never fold or knot a snake chain. Store it flat or hanging, never coiled tightly in a box. Take it off for sleeping, showering and swimming to protect the 18ct gold plating, and keep perfume and lotion off it.
Specifications
| Metal | 925 sterling silver, stamped 925 |
| Finish | 18ct gold-plated |
| Chain style | Snake chain |
| Length | 40cm |
| Width | 1mm |
| Clasp | Lobster clasp |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many charms can the snake chain hold? The 1mm snake chain is built to carry several House Of 18th Jewellery charms at once. The chain in the product photos is wearing all four.
Why did my snake chain kink? Snake chains kink when they're bent sharply or knotted, and a kink in a snake chain is permanent. Storing the chain flat or hanging prevents it.
What does 18ct gold-plated mean? 18ct gold-plated means a layer of 18-carat gold (75% pure gold) is bonded over 925 sterling silver. Under the plating, the chain is solid sterling silver all the way through.
Where does a 40cm chain sit? A 40cm chain sits at the base of the neck, just above the collarbone, on most adult women.
Is there a discount when buying a charm? Buying the snake chain together with any House Of 18th Jewellery charm takes €5 off the chain price.