Anaconda weave. Types of chain weaving. What types of chains are there?

Weaving gold chains

By clicking on the picture you will be taken to a section where you can select a chain of the required length and weight and find out the cost of production.

Types of chain weaving

Both women's and men's weaving. The most popular of the manual ones. Very durable and beautiful. Has a great many other names - Cardinal , Kaiser , Armenian Bismarck , Springelevaya etc.

The most popular weaving for several centuries now. By the way, at the beginning of the last century this weaving was considered truly feminine. It was fashionable to wear a very long thin gold chain around the neck, or as a decorative belt. And in the nineties it already became the most popular men's weaving in Russia. A voluminous gold chain weighing 100-150 grams showed the high status of its owner.

Weaving is universal. A gold chain or bracelet can serve as a wonderful gift for both women and men.Chainsup to 50 centimeters long are considered female. They are ideal for everyday and office wear, as well as for a voluminous or weighty pendant or body icon.

Chains from 50 centimeters and weighing over 8 grams will look decent on a man’s neck. Since the weave is one of the most durable, it can be worn without taking it off. Most often people order from us for heavy, beautiful crosses and exclusive body bags.

You can order from us chain + yellow or white gold. As well as the required weight and length in the section. Or purchase a diamond-cut 14k gold chain made by Adamas.

Although this chain with a complex pattern was originally considered masculine, it has now become incredibly popular among women, especially with a diamond cut. It is unusual, self-sufficient and in a short version - up to 50 cm is ideal for a business suit, and diamond processing allows it to shimmer playfully in the light.

You can order a chainmade of gold in yellow, white or red colors in the sectionor buy in red gold with a diamond cut made by Adamas.

Ideal for a children's chain. Weaving for both men and women.- the most frequently purchased. They have a classic design, do not attract too much attention and are suitable for almost all types of pendants. is rightfully considered the strongest weave, it is not afraid of twisting, it can easily be bent at any angle, it does not get tangled, and breaks, as a rule, from a very sharp and strong jerk.

Due to its popularity, it has many length and weight options, so for a lover of the classics there is no better one. They are especially often purchased for crosses and body icons. In addition to the classic armor weave, Double Armor with diamond cut and Armor Parallel also appeared.

In general, there are a lot of armored weaves. You can often find elongated armored chains on sale. They are very light and inexpensive. And there are also more expensive and sophisticated ones - ribbons. Very graceful, neat, gently wrapping around the neck, but rather fragile. At the moment they are not presented on the website, but are available for sale, ask our managers.in white and yellow goldYou can order in the section Chains and bracelets to order.

Gold

Women's gold chains

(Bismarck with balls) is an excellent option for ladies with a playful, but at the same time pragmatic character. Strong, reliable weaving is decorated with balls that play in the light. A wonderful option for wearing as a wide women's bracelet. On the neck it is worn in a shortened version up to 50 cm as a self-sufficient decoration that does not require additions in the form of pendants and pendants.

Looks great in any gold color. Can be worn under a cocktail dress or a fitted suit with a skirt.

Women's flat automatic weaving. It is made from anchor, woven in several rows - two-, three- and four-row. A wide, but at the same time quite light women's gold chain with a magnificent noble shine. As a rule, it is purchased with a length of 45-50 cm and is worn as a classic necklace.

A wide braided bracelet will look great on any woman's hand. Check with managers about the availability of a white chain.

Weaving is rightfully considered the most luxurious of all handmade ones; it is not for nothing that it is also called “”! A beautiful, durable, round gold chain with a complex pattern will become the most favorite decoration for a lady of any age and any size.

A chain of this weave is worn from 40 to 50 cm long as an exquisite neck decoration. is more suitable for a young, light girl, and the traditional red (pink) color of gold will be preferred by older women. Here you can choose a chain from red, white or yellow 585 gold or 925 rhodium plated silver.

The price on the website is indicated for 585 gold; for questions regarding production from other materials (750 gold, 925 silver), please contact our specialists.

Refined women's automatic weaving. They are often confused, so we have combined them so that you can notice the difference. Boththe chains consist of smooth, rounded loops that follow the shape of a heart.

Gold chains weaving- An ideal gift for a young girl. Chains of these weaves are most often used to wear religious attributes on the body, as well as elegant pendants for both evening and everyday wear. A chain with hearts will be a wonderful gift beloved on February 14, because its owner will see evidence of your most tender feelings on her neck every day. And thanks to the lightness of these jewelry, it is possible to wear several items, such as or ,intertwined with each other...

Famous for its reliability and elegance. This decoration is especially shiny thanks to the diamond edge applied on both sides. In terms of reliability, it is reminiscent of men's diamond weaving, but more feminine.

When choosing and purchasing gold chains and bracelets, an important role is played not only by the beauty of the product, its fineness, but also by the weaving, which ensures the durability of the jewelry. one of those that are distinguished by reliability and durability.Chain, which is based on automatic looks noble, shining dazzlingly in the rays of the sun or reflecting the lights of the evening light. Even with prolonged wear, such chains do not fray or break; they firmly hold the double links of the jewelry together. creates a special flexibility of the decoration, allowing it to easily take any shape and not get tangled in the hair. This chain will easily fit the style of any pendant, of any size, perfectly matching its shape, and it can also be used as an independent accessory.

Another name is Bird's Eye. A decorative women's gold chain of automatic weaving, which is a self-sufficient neck decoration.

Men's gold chains

Or - very similar weaving to shell weaving. The only difference is in the shape of the links, the armored ones are round, the- corresponding to the name. Due to the shape of the links, it is more suitable as a men's neck ornament. But there is no obvious gradation - male/female. Classic, durable and reliable.

In a double or triple Rhombus, the links are intertwined through one another.- the most suitable weave for a men's wrist bracelet.

This jewelry is considered the most universal: it can be worn under any clothes and combined with other gold and silver items. Modern fashionistas know dozens of names of gold chains: “Anchor”, “Cartier”, “Nonna”, “Cardinal” and others.

In ancient times, chains made of gold were born only after very painstaking manual work. They were made by melting precious metals: wire was drawn from gold, which was then twisted into rings of various shapes and sizes. The master chain maker attached the finished links to each other and soldered them. Only then was the product processed and polished to add shine.

Nowadays, these jewelry are also made by hand, but certain types of gold chain weaving are made on specially equipped machines. This allows you to diversify the pattern of the product, giving it visual lightness and sophistication.

Types of hand and machine weaving of gold chains around the neck

Using stamping, craftsmen make such types of gold chains as, for example, anchor and “Love”. These chains are made from specially prepared links - stamps. The parts are not soldered together, but threaded into each other. Such jewelry is not very durable, gets very twisted and is easily deformed.

The manual type of work is characterized by the production of the most expensive types of weaving gold chains for women and men. It takes a lot of time to produce one piece of jewelry, because the craftsman does without any automatic tools throughout the entire process. The weight of such products is at least 6 g. It is for twisting “Bismarck” and “Fox Tail” - it is also called “Byzantine” - that handmade jewelers are used.

The most common type of making patterns in gold chains is considered to be machine making. From the name it immediately becomes clear that the product is produced using automated equipment. In such cases, craftsmen can work with very small links - up to 0.2 mm. Machine weaving of gold neck chains is much cheaper than hand weaving. Varieties of weaving “Nonna” and “Double Anchor” are produced using machine technology.

It is customary to distinguish three main technologies for twisting chains: “Bismarck”, “Anchor” and “Pantsirnaya”. However, over the years, these varieties have received many variations. Now there are about 50 types of them: ranging from the simplest to chains with intricate links. The names of weaving chains made of gold are very unusual, but this does not make the jewelry look any less attractive.

Weaving women's gold chains in the Bismarck style (with photo)

Bismarck weaving in gold chains is the most popular and most widespread. According to established opinion, this type of pattern is considered characteristic of men's products. But depending on the thickness of the links used, this type of knitting may also be suitable for the fair sex.

Please note that in the photo of the Bismarck weave in the gold chain one peculiar feature is noticeable: the links are connected in different directions.

Some sources say that Vitje earned its name thanks to the German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck. Therefore, this variety, like the great figure of the German Empire, is sometimes also called “Kaiser” or “Cardinal”.

It turns out that several hundred years before Otto von Bismarck, this weaving was considered exclusively for women, and the chains that were made in this style seemed extremely fragile and were long. However, due to its exceptional strength, after some time men's chains began to be decorated with this pattern.

Cardinal weaving in gold chains, as in the photo, can be either simple or complex and consist of two, three or four layers of links. The length of such decorations is always at least 50 cm.

In addition to the fact that “Bismarck” is one of the strongest types of mating, it is considered one of the most complex and labor-intensive. Naturally, such a pattern is made only by hand. The principle of operation is that the links are connected in a truly imaginative way! And the elements of the pattern themselves consist of rings that are directed in different directions.

You can see this striking feature in the photo of a women's gold chain with Bismarck weave:

A chain made in the Bismarck style will give its owner an aristocratic look. Depending on the wishes of the buyer, the weight of such a product may vary.

Varieties of weaving gold chains: “Python”, “Cardinal”, “Italian” and others (with photo)

What types of weaving gold chains in the Bismarck style exist in nature?

"Royal Bismarck" will amaze any connoisseur of true beauty with its exquisite shape. The ornate way of weaving will look great on the necks of a respectable gentleman or a sophisticated lady.

"Arab Bismarck" will inspire those who see it with oriental motifs: the pattern resembles the script of the Arabic alphabet.

"Flat"- This is a classic version of the pattern in which the links have a double curl in a spiral.

"Python" ("Cardinal", "Italian", "Kaiser") got its name due to the volume and thickness of the links.

Python weaving in a gold chain is a slightly more complicated version of Bismarck weaving. The main advantage of this type of jewelry is that it looks more feminine and has a unique shine when in motion.

But do not forget that products with this name - “Python” weaving in gold chains in the photo can be seen in more detail - have a number of specific characteristics:

Such decorations are still quite massive;
It is quite difficult to match them with another piece of jewelry - a pendant or pendant;
Python chains are often very heavy.

Gold chain with Italian weaving- another name for “Python” - it’s easier to imagine on the neck of an older woman than on the chest of a fragile, young girl. Such a thing looks very respectable and without further ado speaks of the high status and position in society of its owner or owner. There is a tendency that men buy this product more often than women, since a chain with a similar pattern looks quite impressive in combination with almost any clothing.

Representatives of the fair sex wear beautiful gold chains with Italian weave under magnificent evening dresses: stylists vying with each other to say that this jewelry is an excellent addition to a long dress.

Due to their heavy weight, gold chains with “Cardinal” weave – this is also the name for the “Python” pattern – are equipped with a reliable lock, which is another advantage of these jewelry.

It should be noted that the links in such products are not deformed, since they fit very tightly to each other. In addition, if the jewelry is made by hand by a master jeweler, then the weight of the chain will reach at least 6 g.

If you take a closer look at the photo of gold chains with Italian weave, you can once again be convinced that they cannot be correlated by gender:

Since jewelry is produced in any length and thickness, it will therefore easily become an excellent gift for a close friend or a serious business partner.

And if you manage to find a thin gold chain for women with “Cardinal” weave, then it will fit perfectly with a cross or amulet, which are hidden under clothing so that it is not visible to prying eyes.

Chains made of yellow and white gold with “Anchor” weaving (with photo)

Gold chains with “Anchor” weaving use the simplest technology for fastening links. In such products, one link is located perpendicular to the other. This pattern's structure resembles a real ship's chain.

Jewelry made in a classic style has an oval shape of link rings. But products with elongated parts are also very popular.

Look at an example of elongated links in a gold chain with “Anchor” weaving in the photo:

Products made of white and yellow gold with a similar pattern can be made using stamping, machine knitting or manually. A master jeweler does not need to put a lot of effort into making a piece of jewelry. But for handmade chains the price is much higher than for those products that are made by machine or stamping. The last two technologies are not an indication that the chain will look or wear worse than handcrafted items.

It is “anchor” chains, like jewelry in the Bismarck style, that are considered to be one of the most durable and unpretentious. The items are very easy to care for: they are not difficult to wash, since the jewelry does not consist of intricately woven links.

But there is one nuance: when choosing a chain with such a twist, you need to carefully examine its lock. At first glance, it should not raise any doubts in the buyer. You need to make sure that the fastening mechanism is strong enough.

“Anchor” knitting is universal: it is suitable for both men and women. Who will wear the chain depends on its length and thickness.

The big advantage of such jewelry is that they go well with other jewelry. This is very important because many people are used to wearing gold chains with rings, bracelets or pendants. Due to its external simplicity, chains with an “Anchor” pattern look great with a variety of pendants. You just need to pay attention to the size of the pendants so that they visually match the thickness of the chain itself.

Very often, godparents give chains made in silver or white gold with “Anchor” weaving to their wards before the baptism ceremony.

Gold chains with “Armor” weaving: photos and names

This technology has become the basis for creating many types of decorative curling. Its peculiarity lies in the fact that the flat links, which are polished on both sides, are connected not in a perpendicular plane, but as if in the same plane.

It is precisely due to its high strength that the technology received the name “Armor”. And also because this type of knitting has a striking resemblance to chain mail links.

This method of chain mail armor is very common when making neck jewelry. Unlike products in the “Anchor” style, gold chains with “Armor” weaving have a beautiful smooth surface, which creates the feeling that the links form a single whole.

Nowadays, there are a great many varieties of “Armor” knitting.

Photos with the names of weaving chains made of gold can be examined in detail by looking below:

"Nonna"- a type of knitting in which both sides of the jewelry are processed using a diamond edge. Such jewelry sparkles magnificently in the sun. From Italian the name of this knitting is translated as “Grandma’s weave”: equally durable, beautiful and smooth.

"Figaro" or, as it is also commonly called, “Cartier” - in connection with the use of jewelry in this style by the world famous fashion house - is distinguished by patterns of links of all kinds of shapes and sizes.

At "Armor parallel" knitting uses two round links woven together.

"Love"– resembles hearts fastened together. These products are literally weightless - very light and airy.

"Snail" ("Paperclip")– the pattern in this type of twist resembles a snail shell. And all because the links are spirally connected to each other.

"Byzantine"– links connected in a fantasy pattern add sophistication and grandeur to the decoration. This type of weaving is considered especially durable and reliable.

"Rhombus" ("Rombo")– this twist got its name because of the diamond-shaped links. The knitting consists of rings connected in series, polished on both sides and located in a single plane.

Elegant gold chains with Nonna weaving and their photos

Gold chains with “Nonna” weaving are considered the most elegant among products with “Armor” knitting. The diamond cut - a method of processing jewelry - gives this type of curling a shimmering shine in the light.

Even if at first glance it seems that the chains in this unusual style are too fragile, there is no need to be afraid that they will become deformed.

The photo of a gold chain with Nonna weaving shows that the fastening of the links is quite strong and reliable:

The name "Maglia della Nonna" is translated from Italian as "grandmother's weaving". This type of Vitya earned this name due to its external sophistication and extraordinary grace.

This fashionable weaving in gold chains is typical for women's jewelry. But if large links are used in the manufacture of the product, then such a piece of jewelry will easily suit representatives of the stronger half of humanity.

Women's gold chains with Cartier weave

The “Nonna” twist is not inferior in its beauty to the “Cartier” variety of “Armor” knitting. Otherwise, this type of twist is also called “Figaro”. Weaving has earned such a “talking” name because of its, so to speak, “inconsistency”: the products combine links of various shapes and sizes. This “changeable disposition” of Vitya is very reminiscent of the character of the main character of the play by the French playwright Pierre de Beaumarchais.

In Cartier weaving gold chains, oval or round links are connected to each other in a single plane. The classic formula of this knitting is as follows: 3 round links alternate with 1 oblong ring.

Figaro chains have become extremely popular due to their frequent use by the fashion house Cartier, which is why this type of chaining is also known as Cartier.

Jewelry in the Figaro style looks great in absolutely any length. In addition, women's gold chains with this type of weaving go well with pendants and pendants.

Women's gold chains with "Love" weaving (with photo)

“Love” chains are an ideal gift for a loved one

You can guess that gold chains with “Love” weaving deserve their name because of the very romantic shape of the links. Rings that resemble fastened hearts look elegant on the necks of young girls.

This sophisticated twist is made of round, even loops. The edges of the links touch each other.

Jewelry of this type is a wonderful gift option for the fair sex. After all, chains with Love twists are used to wear exquisite pendants and pendants under evening or cocktail dresses.

Looking at the photo of a gold chain with “Lav” weaving, you can see that, thanks to the ease of weaving, you can wear several items at the same time:

In this case, the “airiness effect” will be even more noticeable.

Gold chains with Byzantine weaving

To make massive gold chains, the Fox Tail twist is most often used. With the help of this knitting, links of the same size and shape are connected in a fantasy plexus. It is this type of fastening that allows you to give the product a unique shine in the sun.

The photo of a gold chain with “Byzantine” weaving shows that this jewelry is particularly durable and dense, regal in beauty and sophistication.

Products in the “Fox Tail” style more common among men. Chains with this knit look great in any color of gold, so you can wear them with whatever outfit you want.

In archaeological museums around the world you can always find stands with household items from the times of Mesopotamia and Ancient Egypt. Next to everyday utensils, the very first jewelry dating back to these times is also shown. The products are made of different metals, not always precious, but even then, during the times of these ancient civilizations, the chains had rather complex weaving forms. Let’s imagine for a moment: no modern technologies for mining, melting and processing metals, minimal understanding of chemistry, but even such rough, not at all ideal chains, bracelets, pendants, belts invariably attract attention and surprise. Jewelry making was already well developed then, before the time of the great achievements of Alexander the Great.

It is impossible to say with maximum historical accuracy what appeared first: the weaving method for jewelry or for military uniforms, and what served as the beginning for the development of the jewelry industry on a global scale. But thanks to the developments of the past, today, at a time when technology makes it possible to create more and more new ways of weaving and fixing metals, jewelry looks just as amazing, but because of its beauty, grace and elegance.

Modern weaving for chains

Dozens of types of chain weaving, created over the last century alone, allow you to embody creative, interesting and effective design ideas. Of course, it would be quite difficult to list all the ways to connect links without exception, so we will focus on the most popular weaving options that are loved by customers.

Anchor weaving

It seems that everything here is quite simple: the “ring + ring” type of connection of links, borrowed from maritime affairs, cannot offer anything extraordinary. But no - the classic has an incredible variety of variations. The type of product will depend on the size of the links chosen, whether they will all be the same, woven into one or more rows, and how the rings of the chain themselves are turned axially towards each other.

Anchor round, hammered and flat
	Anchor two- and three-row
		2+1	Venetian
		Rope	Cordoba
Muse		Ribbon		Snail
		Garibaldi	Giotto

In a word, anchor weaving is the honorable progenitor of many other variations. Very durable, quite simple to make: both machine and hand weaving. And it is worth noting that it is anchor technology that continues to develop, offering customers new fantasy models (Aurora, Hawaiian, with beads, precious and semi-precious stones, pairs, etc.)

Depending on the weaving method, they are suitable for men, women, teenagers and even children if a baptismal set is given as a gift.

Cardinal

One of the varieties of the most popular Bismarck weaving, which we will also definitely tell you about. Unlike the universal anchor, this type of link fastening is more suitable for men - such a chain is immediately noticeable: the intricate and technically complex connection of the links gives volume, weight, and massiveness. And again, you should not assume that due to the complexity of execution, the Cardinal weave is offered in only one form. Compare – Classic Cardinal (left) and Long Link Cardinal (right).

One more type can be distinguished - triple Bismarck with alignment. It is also called Python, Italian, American, Caprice, Pharaoh. After the chain is ready, all its links are woven, the finished product is processed in a certain way to give it an even, flatter shape, without a spiral effect.

The final result depends on what type of links is chosen for weaving: oval and round are more common and rarely require additional processing, while square ones require certain manipulations. This chain looks denser and more monolithic. The number of rings in a piece of Cardinal weaving can reach 5 - all these factors affect the complexity of the work, the final appearance, and the cost of the product.

Rollo or Chopard weaving

This type is very similar to Giotto's anchor type, also known as Curtains. But the difference is the very shape of the chain rings: Rollo (aka Chopard, aka Belzer) looks more voluminous, and the links of the chain are located closer to each other. This achieves a rather interesting effect - the chain looks elegant, but at the same time one gets the feeling that it contains a lot of gold or other metal. This type of weaving became popular after the fashion house Chopard chose it as the main one for one of its jewelry collections. Classic, double and triple links are used with equal success. Some edges may be coated, sometimes gold of different shades is used - and all this looks quite impressive.

Fox's tail

Perhaps some people prefer other names for this type of weaving - Byzantine or Royal. Sounds great, looks amazing. Complex symmetrical weaving from the Bismarck family is endlessly popular with women: you can spend a very long time looking at how the rings are woven, how the links are connected to each other. A chain with such weaving is very beautiful, looks expensive in any form. And there are three types in total - at least in jewelry, in order not to create much confusion, these are the names adopted.

Armor weaving

In fact, this method of connecting chain elements is also one of the types of anchoring. The difference lies in the location of the links: in armored weaving they are in the same plane, such chains look smoother than anchor chains. Like other options, the armored type of connection has its own variations.


Classic	Love		Figaro

Single diamond

Double diamond	Triple diamond	Nonna	Nonna Bismarck

Singapore

Chamomile weaving

This method of connecting the links of a chain is extremely beautiful and equally difficult to perform. Many rings, woven quite intricately, really resemble a flower bud. Exclusively feminine jewelry - chains and bracelets - look gentle and at the same time festive and impressive. Also found under the name "Rose".

Cartier weave

In fact, we have already mentioned this type of chain - its second name is Figaro, it belongs to the category of armored types of weaving, and as a variety we can note the number of small rings connecting large elements of the chain. There are several schemes - 5+1 and its more popular version 3+1, then in a descending scale of demand: 4+1, 2+1 and the logical conclusion of the list 1+1.


5+1	3+1	4+1	2+1	1+1

Weaving a spikelet

One of the most durable, this method of connecting links is also very presentable. Of course, it is more suitable for women, but if you increase the thickness of the jewelry, it may well claim to be one of the favorite products among men.

Bismarck

The king of all weavings, the undisputed leader at jewelry stands, the champion in demand among buyers and the most complex type of weaving in terms of technique. And at the same time, the record holder for mentions in this review - remember? Cardinal, Python, Fox Tail, all these are methods of Bismarck weaving. Such popularity and prevalence have come to chains due to the fact that Bismarck weaving harmoniously combines indicative strength, a huge, literally countless number of varieties of connecting links, versatility and the ability to wear jewelry for any occasion. Exactly like the famous Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, in whose honor this weaving was created - unbending willpower, diplomacy and aristocracy.

Equally presentable and at the same time with proper restraint, classic Bismarck chains will be appropriate for a formal office suit and an evening dress. You just need to choose the appropriate thickness of the chain and the type of metal that is appropriate in the working atmosphere. Of course, some fancy options should not be worn to work or business meetings. But this is rather an exception than an unspoken, and, by the way, not a rule recommended by anyone, and it should only be applied if the company has a strict dress code. In any case, always trust your sense of style, and Bismarck chains will definitely not let you down.

Some of the most popular examples of this beautiful weaving.


Classic type	Arabic (double) Bismarck	Moscow

Brook	Bismarck Glamor	With rocks

Bismarck Abinata	Double Abinatha	Flat Bismarck

It is worth noting that due to the high degree of complexity of the work, which leads to an increase in the cost of this weaving, machine production of chains is more often used. Of course, it is infinitely pleasant to know that a chain or bracelet with Bismarck weave was made by a jeweler according to your individual order, but such pleasure does not always cost reasonable money. In addition, hand weaving may still have minor defects - the human factor cannot be ruled out. If you have firmly decided to purchase a custom-made Bismarck chain from a private jeweler, choose trusted craftsmen.

Machine knitting Bismarck is no worse than hand knitting; in addition, this method allows you to make weaving of any thickness, including the thinnest and most elegant chains. Alas, in this regard, the hands of even the most skilled jeweler are inferior to technology.

Note that any weaving method - both machine and manual - is completely repairable. Although in reality it is unlikely that you will have to resort to such a service: Bismarck weaving and jewelry made using this method last for decades.

Weaving Harness

If we judge the strength, this type of connection of links is not inferior to Bismarck. But the nature of jewelry made using the Harness technique is completely different. Other names for weaving are Triple, Snake, Snake, Tondo, Lace. The products really resemble snake scales, tightly fitted to each other (snake translated from English snake).

Other types of weaving

Of course, it is impossible to list all the techniques without exception, and every jeweler strives to discover more and more new types of chain weaving. But no matter how fancy and original the jewelry looks, the variations will always be based on three main types - anchor, armor and Bismarck. An exception is the Perlin technique, when hollow balls and/or barrels are used along with links. Its cost and, of course, its relevance to a particular case will depend on how many rows there are in such a chain. Single-row options are wonderful, including for young girls. But you should still wear thick, luxurious and spectacular triple Perlin chains for celebrations or big events with an evening out.

We have no doubt that you were able to determine what type of weaving is the basis of each of the fantasy options. If so, then feel free to choose a chain that will last a long time and delight you with its appearance, elegance of weaving, and quality.

Pros and cons of different types of weaving

It is worth knowing that modern possibilities in jewelry can, if not everything, then incredibly much. Even if your chain breaks “at the most interesting place,” you definitely shouldn’t despair and look for where you can profitably sell gold to a pawnshop, like scrap precious metals. It may be more difficult to repair some products, but the result is important - a good craftsman can bring almost everything back to life.

Maintainability is one of the key characteristics of each chain. We have already mentioned that Bismarck will last a very, very long time, but can other types of weaving be trusted as well?

The answer depends on the frequency of wearing: if you intend not to remove the chain day or night, of course, you should choose the anchor type. The weaving is very simple, but reliable, goes well with pendants and pendants, and also looks elegant in a solo project. Any breakdowns can be repaired even at home with some skill and skillful hands. Such chains do not rub the skin, are light enough for the lock to support their weight, and a high-quality product does not cling to the fabric of clothing. Another indisputable advantage is its low cost and relevance at any time of the day, for any reason.

Oribatid species can sometimes be a nuisance by pinching hair or fibers on clothing. For example, Snake or Singapore weaves are capable of this. In a serpentine chain, the links open during certain active movements, and the spiral is itself a movable element. But if you are not planning wild dances or other madness in chains of this type. There is nothing to worry about.

The champion in terms of breakdowns are stamped jewelry, but the fashion for such things, we hope, has long passed. And it was replaced by a true understanding of savings and benefits: high-quality chains with machine and hand weaving of any type will last a long time, and will delight you and others with their appearance countless times.

A chain is the most versatile and functional product, which, thanks to the skill of specialists, has become a full-fledged piece of jewelry. It is worn as an independent accessory, complemented with a pendant, a body icon or a cross.

Now jewelry manufacturers offer us a huge number of chains: short and elongated, wide and narrow, classic and decorative, men's and women's, gold and silver, not to mention dozens of different types of weaving. How to choose a chain that is right for you? We invite you to figure this out together.

Chain weaving technologies

Chains are made in several ways - by hand, machine knitting or stamping.

Machine weaving is an automated technology using special equipment. The use of machines allows you to create jewelry with links up to 0.2 mm thick.

Despite the latest technologies, some types of weaving can only be done by hand. And here you can’t do without specialists—chain tyers. The minimum weight of a hand-woven chain is about 6 grams, and its quality largely depends on the skill of the jeweler.

This is really painstaking and time-consuming work. First you need to stretch the gold or silver wire, wind it on the prepared base and cut the resulting spiral into rings of the same size. The chain maker manually fastens the links using pliers, “linking” the pattern, which involves the type of weaving. To prevent the rings from falling apart, all the links are soldered. The resulting chain is clamped between special shafts so that the links become flat.

Stamped chains are made from ready-made links - stamps. At the same time, they are not soldered together, but threaded into each other. As a rule, such jewelry is less durable, easily twisted and deformed.

Solid or hollow: what's the difference?

All chains, regardless of the type of weaving, are divided into solid and hollow.

A distinctive feature of hollow chains is the combination of volume and lightness. The wire from which the decoration is woven is hollow inside, so despite the external thickness of the links, hollow chains have little weight. Most often they are made using complex decorative types of weaving and look quite solid. The advantage of such chains is their affordable price, which is determined by the weight of the product.

Solid chains are much heavier than hollow ones, which affects the cost of the jewelry. However, they are very comfortable for everyday wear, resistant to deformation and external influences and therefore durable. If the links are damaged, a specialist can easily solder the product and restore its original appearance.

Types of chain weaving

There are three basic technologies for knitting chains: “Anchor”, “Pantsirnaya” and “Bismarck”. Over time, they received so many variations that today there are more than 50 types of weaving: from the simplest to the most intricate with links of a complex configuration. Each weave has a special name and can be made in either gold or silver.

It’s easy to guess that “Anchor” weaving got its name due to its resemblance to the weaving of a real anchor chain. It is simple and uncomplicated. In the classic version of weaving, each link has an oval shape.

Links can consist of either one or two “rings”. Therefore, the “Double Anchor” technology is also highlighted.

"Anchor" weaving with round shaped links is known as "Rollo". At one time, this type of knitting became popular thanks to the fashion house Chopard, so it has a second name - “Chopard”.

Garibaldi weave is very similar to Rollo. The links of these chains have a round forked shape. It is believed that the knitting was named in honor of the spouses Giuseppe and Anita Garibaldi - folk heroes of the liberation movement of Italy, who were very friendly and shared each other’s views.

Fantasy types of “Anchor” weaving also include “Aurora” and “Hawaiian”.

“Shell” technology has become the basis for creating various types of decorative weaving. Its distinctive feature is that the flat links, polished on both sides, are not attached perpendicular to each other, but as if in the same plane. The technology, characterized by its high strength, got its name due to its resemblance to chain mail links.

Weaving can be single, double or triple, depending on the number of rings connected. A “shell” knit with diamond-shaped links is called “Diamond” (it can also be double or triple).

“Nonna” is one of the most elegant varieties of armor weaving. Thanks to the diamond edge applied on both sides, such chains shine more in the light. Despite the external sophistication, these jewelry are very durable. Oddly enough, the name of the weave has nothing to do with the woman's name. Nonna is short for the Italian maglia della nonna, which means "grandmother's weave."

An equally spectacular variety of armor knitting is “Figaro”, named after the famous comedy hero Beaumarchais, who was distinguished by his changeable temperament. Just like Figaro, weaving is characterized by “inconstancy” - links of different shapes, short and long, alternate in the chain. The most common combinations are from 1:1 to 1:5. Figaro chains gained popularity thanks to the jewelry house Cartier, and gradually became known as Cartier.

Often chains get their names due to the special shape of the links. Thus, the “rings” reminiscent of hearts gave the name to the romantic and delicate weaving “Love”. Thanks to the links twisted into a spiral, the “Snail” weave appeared (it is also called “Paperclip” for the similarity of the “rings” with the stationery of the same name), and the divisions, similar to a beautiful flower, gave the name to the “Rose” chain.

A smooth, snake-like jewelry cord with tightly fitting links is known as a “Snake.” This weaving is comfortable for everyday wear, so it is often used not only in the manufacture of chains, but also bracelets for pendants and charms.

The most popular twisted weaves are the rope-like “Korda” and the “Singapore” shimmering in the sun. Such chains are usually worn by women. These decorations are elegant and at the same time reliable in use.

But the truly masculine type of weaving in Russia is considered “Bismarck”. Named, according to one version, in honor of the first Chancellor of the German Empire, Otto von Bismarck, he is also known as "Kaiser" or "Cardinal". This weaving is one of the most complex and is therefore often done by hand. Fantasy knitting consists of links, which in turn consist of several multidirectional “rings”. The weave can be double, triple or quadruple, due to which it is considered one of the most durable. Due to its thickness and volume, one of the varieties of “Bismarck” was called “Python”.

An undeniable trend is the so-called fantasy chains. These decorations are distinguished by unusual types of weaving, a combination of different shades of metals, multi-layering and the inclusion of decorative “links”. Fantasy chains are more reminiscent of a necklace or beads and are a completely independent decoration that can be worn without a pendant.

Which weave to choose?

Of course, first of all it is a matter of taste. However, some types of chains are traditionally classified as women's, men's or universal. Thus, the massive and solid “Bismarck” is most often preferred by representatives of the stronger sex, and the graceful “Nonna”, “Singapore”, “Rose”, “Love” and a number of other varieties are considered truly feminine. A typical unisex weaving option is “Anchor”.

For children, the most optimal are densely knitted chains, for example, “Snake”, as well as jewelry cords made of rubber or leather.

Choosing the chain length

One of the important criteria when choosing a chain is its length. As a rule, the size range consists of models from 40 to 70 cm.

40 cm - the chain is worn close to the neck
50 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the upper part of the neckline
60 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the middle part of the neckline
70 cm - the chain is worn at the level of the lower part of the neckline

It is believed that it is better for women to choose chains up to 50 cm, and for men - longer. Still, there are exceptions to every rule, and when purchasing jewelry, you must try it on.

Types of chain locks

When purchasing a jewelry chain, pay attention to its lock. Firstly, it must be of high quality, since the safety of the jewelry depends on this “minor” detail. And secondly, the lock should be comfortable so that you can fasten and unfasten it yourself, easily putting any pendants on the chain.

As a rule, the type of lock is selected by the jeweler depending on the weight and type of weaving of the item. More massive chains have reliable carabiners, while elegant, thin models are more suitable for a spring lock. Most often, both types of fasteners allow you to easily put pendants with different eye thicknesses on a chain, so they are approximately equivalent to each other in terms of convenience and reliability.

Combination of chain with bracelet and pendant

Many of us wear a chain all the time, so we don’t perceive it as decoration. However, we should not forget that this is an accessory that, like any piece of jewelry, requires special combination rules.

The pendant should match the chain in size, weight (about twice as light) and metal color. Thus, a large pendant or cross on a thin chain will look ridiculous, and at the same time, a pendant that is too small will not fit on a massive item.

Be sure to check that the ear of the pendant fits freely through the lock.

In addition to ordinary chains, there are also chain bracelets that are often worn by both women and men. Ideally, the types of weaving of both products should match, but this does not happen often - jewelry can be given as a gift, purchased in different places, or several years apart. Therefore, it is enough that the bracelet and chain match each other in thickness and metal. For example, the “Nonna” chain will look good with a “Rhombus” or “Love” weave bracelet, and the “Bismarck” chain will look good with a wide “Armor” knit.

In any case, if you doubt the compatibility of two decorations, it is better to leave one. As the incomparable Coco Chanel said, “When choosing accessories, take off the last thing you put on.”

Gold chains are one of the most popular jewelry items among people of all ages. This laconic decoration can be an ideal basis for decorative pendants or an independent element that attracts attention. The type of weaving of gold chains influences how the final version of the product looks. The more elaborate and intricate they are, the more sophisticated the decoration will be, and it does not require any additions. If you are faced with the task of choosing an option to highlight the pendant in an advantageous way, pay attention to simple and durable designs.

Some types of jewelry chain weaving are considered strictly feminine or masculine, and some are equally suitable for everyone, even children. In addition to its purely decorative function, the type of weaving affects the strength and durability of the jewelry. Some of them are easier to repair, and some, once deformed, will no longer be able to serve their owner. A detailed study of the nuances of creating gold chains and the characteristics of the types of their weaving will help when choosing a product option at the time of purchase.

machine knitting;
manual;
stamped.

In the first case, thin, light gold chains with small links are obtained. For their manufacture, ultra-thin gold wire is used, the diameter of which does not exceed 0.15 millimeters. The automatic link creation machine works so quickly that it produces 600 pieces in one minute. After the links are fastened together, the finished chain is calcined in a special oven. There, under the influence of high temperature, the ends of each link are soldered, which guarantees the strength of the product. If all technological processes are carried out without violating the rules, the machine-knitted chain will serve its owner for many years.

In terms of quality and reliability, machine-made gold chains cannot be compared with hand-knitted products.

The beauty of the finished jewelry and its durability depend on the skill of the jeweler. The manual method of creating products is often resorted to in small private workshops. They are also used in large enterprises, since truly exclusive products are created only by hand. When knitting by hand, you can create chains weighing up to 6 grams.

Stamped chains are produced using special dies. The shapes of individual links are pressed into gold sheet metal using stamps. Moreover, the thickness of the gold sheet does not exceed 0.3 millimeters. This type of production is less expensive and faster, and stamped chains look more voluminous, although their weight remains light. But in strength and durability they are inferior to machine-knitted and hand-knitted chains.

Making gold wire for chains

Craftsmen created exquisite jewelry from these thin twigs back in Ancient Egypt. Modern technologies make it possible to produce wire up to 3 kilometers long from one gram of pure gold. Surprisingly, ancient jewelers also possessed similar skills, although they did not have our high-precision units. During archaeological excavations in Egyptian Abydos, experts found gold jewelry made of wire, the diameter of which was equal to the thickness of a human hair - no more than a third of a millimeter!

Making twigs for knitting chains is a very painstaking work that requires attentiveness from the master. First, molten gold is poured into a mold (mold for ingots), producing a wire half a centimeter in diameter. It is stretched by passing it through several holes, the diameter of which gradually decreases.

The thickness of the finished wire varies from 0.2 to 2 millimeters.

The choice of thickness depends on what kind of jewelry the master plans to create from it: a chain, bracelet or earring loop. The expected weight of the future decoration is also taken into account - for weightless feminine ones you need the thinnest wire, and for masculine ones thicker.

When the master has received a twig of the required diameter, the formation of the links of the future chain begins. The gold thread is wound onto a special base and then removed from it to form a spiral. Then, using scissors, rings of the same diameter are cut.

Next, the craftsman manually fastens these links, taking into account the chosen type of weaving, and solders each one with solder so that they hold tightly. After this, the chain is clamped in special shafts and the links are made flat. The next stage is installing the lock and polishing the decoration.

Main characteristics of popular types of weaving

Gold chains are divided into three large classes, differing in the type of knitting:

anchor;
armored;
bismarck

Each type has many more subspecies, because jewelry makers try to bring a new original idea to the classic variations. Today, experts identify more than fifty different variants of basic weaving.

Universal anchor tie

This option looks like an anchor chain, which is where the name comes from. This is the simplest type of weaving and is used for those gold chains on which pendants are worn. It is equally suitable for women, men and children. Anchor weaving is quite durable and easy to repair.

In the classic variation, the gold chain consists of oval links attached to each other perpendicularly.

A more durable version of this weave is called "sea anchor". It has a small stick-shaped bridge inside each link to strengthen it.

There is also a three-dimensional version of weaving, in which each link consists of two gold rings. This variety is called a "double anchor". Anchor-type weaving, created from round-shaped links, is “rollo” or “chopard”. The last version of the name is unofficial, but at one time it was the fashion house Chopard that made this type of knitting recognizable all over the world.

In Garibaldi weaving, the links are also round in shape, but they are forked in the middle. The type of mating and its name are associated with the legend about the spouses Giuseppe and Anita Garibaldi, active participants in the liberation movement in Spain, who were inseparable.

The "Venice" type of gold weaving is created from flat links of a square or rectangular shape. They are connected in series to each other at right angles, as is typical for all anchor-type chains. This option is also called “Italian”. Several links can be woven into one block at once, and therefore the Italian can be double or triple.

A variety of armored weaves

A distinctive feature of such gold chains is that all the links are polished on both sides and are attached to each other in the same plane. Externally, these pieces of jewelry resemble a small fragment of medieval chain mail. They are very strong and many people like them because they adhere tightly to the surface of the skin.

Armor weaving can consist of single, double or triple links.

Some of the most popular subspecies of this mating option are:

nonna;
figaro;
rhombo;
rose;
snake;
spikelet.

“Nonna” weaving is distinguished by its grace and femininity. Each link of such products is decorated on both sides with a diamond cut, which makes the gold jewelry shine especially brightly. Nonna knitting looks sophisticated, but is also one of the most durable.

A fashionable version of armor weaving is “figaro”, or Cartier. The famous jewelry house Cartier is partial to this type of knitting, hence the second name. A distinctive feature of “figaro” is the alternation of links of different shapes or lengths in the same sequence. For example, three small links - one large, or one oval element - four round, and so on. The alternation depends on the imagination of the jewelry maker or the client, if we are talking about a private order.

Diamond weaving is characterized by the use of diamond-shaped links. This option can be double or triple, depending on the number of gold elements used. Such jewelry is durable and versatile, which is why men love them.

Women like lava weaving because its links are shaped like a heart. These decorations only come with single elements, as they are so intricately twisted that there is no need to attach more.

Another female version of armor weaving is a rose. Experts classify it as a type of medium complexity production. Although the weaving looks quite voluminous, thanks to its elegance it remains light and feminine. Miniature links made of the finest gold wire create chains on which pendants that are not too heavy can be hung. And from more voluminous “roses” they create bracelets.

Both female and male types of weaving gold chains can be a snake, which is also called “snake” (from the English snake - snake) or tondo. Outwardly, it resembles a precious lace, in which all the links fit tightly to each other, creating the effect of snake scales. Products with snake weave are suitable for wearing in the form of bracelets with pendants. Gold neck chains can be single or twisted, consisting of two intertwined strands.

The unisex style includes spikelet weaving, created from links of the same size, connected so that they point in the same direction. These chains are very strong and therefore suitable for daily wear, including with a pendant.