Varieties of weaving gold chains, their names and photos
In this article we will talk about the existing types of weaving chains and bracelets made of precious metals. From my jewelry practice, it became clear to me that this type of jewelry is wildly popular and in high demand, especially in the summer months, when it is warm outside and people expose their arms and neck. It’s very beautiful when a beautiful gold chain or bracelet sparkles on them.
Gold chains and bracelets appeared in ancient times. They were worn on the legs and arms, and also around the neck. In ancient times, the golden chain was a symbol of power, prosperity, and might.
In modern times, a gold chain can also be a symbol of wealth and emphasize the unique style of its owner. Although they are expensive, rarely does anyone deny themselves the pleasure of owning at least one piece of jewelry made of precious metal.
The constant desire for beauty pushes a person to spend a lot of money on gold jewelry. of varieties of weaving gold chains and bracelets. Their diversity gives any person the opportunity to choose the option that suits them and satisfy their vanity.
Previously, the production of gold chains was exclusively handmade. Noble metals were melted, wire was drawn from them, and then twisted into rings of various shapes. Afterwards, the finished links were connected to each other, soldered and rolled. And only after all these processes was the finished product processed and polished.
Modern gold chains are also made by hand, but some types of chain weaving are made on special machines. Machine manufacturing makes it possible to diversify the so-called pattern of chains, as well as create jewelry that is lighter in weight.
Of course, products made by human hands are more valuable, but their price is also correspondingly higher, but a gold chain or bracelet made on industrial machines becomes an affordable piece of jewelry, since their price is lower.
Different types of weaving are designed not only for different tastes, but also for different material capabilities of people. Some chains, thin and seemingly airy, are for lovers of fine jewelry. Those who like massive jewelry also have plenty to choose from. Similar weaving can be seen on bracelets, since a bracelet is the same chain, only shorter in length.
A chain is one of the most common jewelry. It is worn by both men and women, and even children. It can be either an independent decoration or a necessary addition to a pendant. Humanity has created a great many varieties of chains and, since there is no single classification, there is therefore confusion and discrepancies in terminology.
But I will try to convey to you the information that I was able to obtain that is reliable.
Chain bracelets
The most popular and universal jewelry for a girl is a chain bracelet. Hands with it look more feminine, and a piece of charm is added to the image. This women's gold chain on the hand is suitable for creating a classic and original bow. Models of such chain bracelets can be different: thick and thin, strict and playful, familiar and fancy.
On sale there are bracelets made of solid wire, as well as hollow models with a large volume and low weight. Among the large assortment of such jewelry, you can also choose a bracelet with weaving “Love” links. Original hearts on the hand will add romance to the image.
You can decorate a woman’s hand with a simple large chain or an exclusive model with various highlights. The engraving on such gold bracelets looks quite interesting. Slave bracelets have gained great popularity today. They are considered the national decoration of Indian women. This is a kind of connection of several chains with the addition of rings, beads, stones and other decor. They attract attention with their unusualness and charm.
Simple weaving
Anchor . Let's start with the simplest type of chain weaving . With this type of weaving, one link is in a perpendicular plane to the other link. These links come in round and elongated shapes. Here is an example of an anchor weave chain with elongated links:
Double anchor chain:
Anchor rollo , and this weaving is characterized by the round shape of the links.
This is an anchor weave made of flat links:
Sea chain . Another interesting type of anchor chains. It looks like a real ship's anchor chain and its links have jumpers in the middle. Anchor chains are durable and unpretentious. They are easy to clean since they do not have complex woven links. When purchasing such a chain, you need to pay attention to the lock; when you look at it, you should have confidence in its reliability.
Paper clip or bird's eye . Interesting and beautiful weaving, also durable and practical. Hollow chains with this type of weaving are often found. I am always against blown or hollow products, but this type of chain, even in the blown version, lasts for quite a long time, although we must not forget about care when wearing it, since deformation of the metal is possible:
Cartier . The following type of chains is named after the legendary brand:
Shell or Tape weaving . Simple classical chains are characterized by the links being in the same plane. Here is an example of a classic weave with a diamond edge:
Rhombo single weave . The next type of weaving is very durable and popular, especially among the male population. Here is an example of a faceted diamond:
Double diamond:
Triple diamond:
Nonna . Similar in weaving to rhombus, they are also very reliable, but more feminine:
Bismarck (Cardinal) . Another group of chains that are popular, especially in Russia (the favorite chains of brothers), has a huge number of varieties:
Double Bismarck.
And this weaving is called triple bismarck.
Bismarck weaving with balls.
Abinata is also a type of Bismarck weave.
Rose is a voluminous and very beautiful type of chain weaving :
Italian (python) , the weaving is very beautiful and durable connection of precious metal links:
Turtle . The next beautiful option for chains and bracelets, however, again based on my practice, I can say the following: the chain itself is strong, but these plates, reminiscent of a tortoise shell, very often cling to clothing, spoil its appearance, and even worse, they come off and will have to take it to the workshop and pay money for repairs.
If you nevertheless decide to buy this type of weaving, then I advise you not to buy a thin or light product with such a pattern, buy something heavier and, accordingly, stronger, so that you do not have to run around jewelry workshops in search of high-quality repairs.
Why are copyrighted works so expensive?
People who are not familiar with all the features of jewelry are often worried about the question: why is the price of products made using the Fox Tail technique so high? The answer is simple:
• painstaking work takes a lot of time to assemble all the elements into one pattern; • parts can only be connected manually; • you should first prepare a huge number of parts from which the decoration will be assembled.
In addition, even a short chain 50 cm long requires at least 30 grams of precious metal.
Durable weaves
Spike , durable and beautiful weaving:
The ear can also look like this:
There are also a large number of chains in which the links are not woven, but are made by casting. After pouring, they are connected by rings into one chain. Here is an example of such a chain:
Manufacturing methods
In ancient times, jewelers wove chains only by hand. But progress has made it possible to transfer such painstaking work to machines. Machine knitting made it possible to make links with very small thicknesses that cannot be joined by hand. Stamping also made it possible to expand the types of weaving, and this significantly reduced the cost of such products.
At the end of the last century, the Bronnitsky plant, which was built near Moscow, was considered the leader in the production of chains. At that time, it was a very well-known enterprise, since many people went shopping to the capital and, of course, purchased its products in the Bronnitsky Jeweler retail chains.
Today the plant produces various jewelry items for future godchildren. As a gift to the baby's godparents, you can purchase valuable children's forks, spoons, and mugs, which are made of silver. The assortment also includes products for creative individuals in the form of piercings with cubic zirconia, and for wealthier people piercings with diamonds.
A masterpiece of jewelry art is the Andromeda Constellation ring. It contains 141 diamonds of different sizes. In addition to it, earrings with the same name were also made. This set is considered unique, but its cost is as cosmic as its name.
Fantasy weaving
Here is an example of a chain with a very rare weave, which belongs to the category of fancy weaves:
And this is the next version of fantasy weaving; the very strong structure of the chain guarantees its durability. A chain of silver rings of the same diameter is assembled:
Another rare type of chain weaving , which in my opinion will always be rare because of its appearance:
Brook . Next view:
Fantasy chains. The most common types:
Royal (Byzantine):
Snail (Lumakina):
Chains with white gold inserts
We are all accustomed to ordinary reddish or yellow gold. But recently, white metal has become quite popular. White gold inserts are found quite often in chains. This combination of two noble metals looks simply luxurious. Their appearance is more aristocratic, because the arctic cold shade is associated with something royal. Such jewelry can be classified as products of the highest rank.
Flat weaves
Montreal:
Parisina:
Serpentine:
Celtic knot:
Twisted chains
Cordovaya (cord):
Singaporean:
Snowball:
Forzatino Dopio:
Figaro . Weaving chains are distinguished by a combination of links of different shapes and sizes with a repeating pattern.
Crocia: (Venetian variant):
Love (hearts):
Weak link
Most often, in such gold accessories, a person is let down by the clasp that fastens this product. When purchasing, this part must be checked very carefully. After all, this mechanism is most exposed to exploitation, especially if it is a short chain. It is also necessary to take into account that if a suspension is hung on it, it will give additional load. Therefore, it is imperative to balance their weight with each other. It is desirable that the pendant or cross is not too heavy, but rather lighter in relation to the weight of the chain. Then the fastening device will last longer.
When choosing this or that gold product, do not rush to buy it right away, but carefully examine it for authenticity and reliability.
Jewelry cords
Tondo . The following type of weaving is quite strong and looks great on girls and women:
Snake:
Fox tail (hollow):
Ball:
Ball + barrel:
Finally, I present to your attention a few more interesting types of chain weaving :
Here are the main, most common types of weaving chains and bracelets. Each type is beautiful in its own way and such a variety will easily satisfy the requirements of even the most sophisticated connoisseurs of jewelry.
If, however, you still couldn’t find a suitable chain or bracelet weave for yourself, then in this case you can turn to professional jewelers who will definitely be able to offer something exclusive and original.
Of course, it may take several weeks or even months to complete your order, but then you will be happy. Many people do not like to wait and do not particularly trust jewelry workshops and buy in stores; however, the quality of products in stores is not always high.
The history of the discovery of such technology
The history of the technology is interesting. According to experts, it goes back to the distant Bronze Age. Some of the first samples were found at royal graves in the city of Ur, which is located in the Middle East. However, it was never possible to reliably find out where exactly the weaving itself came from. Some historians suggest that it appeared in Byzantium (this hypothesis gave one of its names).
Another part of the researchers is inclined to believe that the invention belongs to the masters of Ancient Greece and Rome.
This jewelry technology quickly gained popularity and spread widely throughout Europe, soon coming to Russia. Even now, a large number of jewelers from all over the world use Fox Tail to obtain various copies of ancient jewelry from ancient times, to make something new and unique, and also to decorate their original works. A large number of private craftsmen in Moscow make amazing products and jewelry based precisely on this technique, trying to make something new and original.
