Shell-weave chain

When buying a chain, you should pay attention not only to the material, design and length. The functional features of jewelry directly depend on the type of weaving. One of the reliable ways to connect the links is shell armor.

The principle of armored weaving is similar to anchor. In both cases, the links are connected in series with each other, only in the anchor - the links are perpendicular to each other, and in the armored - all the elements are as if in the same plane, resembling a shell. This appearance is achieved due to the fact that the individual rings are slightly twisted and resemble an incomplete figure eight. At the last stage, the chain is polished in order to give it a greater shine.

In jewelry stores models of jewelry made on the machine or manually are presented. The latter are much more expensive, but such a chain is unique.

The technique of armored weaving is not particularly difficult. However, talented craftsmen manage to turn a simple chain into a real work of jewelry art. Carapace weaving has its own varieties.

To get a chain, the links are connected through one. It turns out a rather massive decoration, so it is more suitable for men.

In this case, two links are connected in parallel.

The links are located close to each other, resembling a textile lace. It is also called “snake” or “snake”. Chains with such weaving are comfortable to wear. They are not confused, do not twist, they are easy to clean.

The design of the jewelry is fully consistent with the eccentric character of the famous hero Beaumarchais.For the product, links of different diameters are used and alternate in a ratio of 1: 1 to 1: 5, that is, in the first case, the large and small links alternate alternately, and in the latter, one large link is applied after five short ones. This technique is also called Cartier. This is a completely self-sufficient decoration that does not require decor in the form of a pendant.

Elements are twisted in a spiral. Gold jewelry plays beautifully in the sun and looks sophisticated. This weaving is used for women's jewelry.

Products made in this technique resemble Bismarck chains, when smaller parts are connected inside large ones. Jewelry is voluminous, but light, reminiscent of lace. Nona's bracelets and chains look elegant on a woman’s wrist or neck.

For the manufacture of such jewelry are used links in the form of hearts. Perfectly suited to young romantic natures.

Here, elements in the form of hearts are also used, but the chain is twisted in a spiral.

It is easy to guess that the elements for such products resemble a paper clip.

Jewelry made using this technique is similar to twisted rope.

Chains of this kind are made of diamond-shaped elements. A double rhombus is used for jewelry on the neck, and a triple - for bracelets. Gold and silver chains made using the rhombo technique are very popular with men

Whatever the technique of making the shell chain, the product retains its advantages.

• All jewelry is durable. They are perfect for those who plan to wear them with the suspension.
• Smooth links do not cling to clothing and do not cause skin discomfort.
• Weaving is suitable for both male and female jewelry. It all depends on the size of the links. It is believed that the "shells" are more characteristic of the strong half of humanity. But if the elements are small, then an elegant female decoration is obtained from them. In this case, the chain strength is not lost.

• For greater brilliance, armor-clad chains are decorated with diamond edges. Then they play great in the light and add solidity to their wearer. Jewelry made of red gold emphasizes high status.
• Due to the fact that the chains with shell-weaving are very durable, they are difficult to deform. Such products can be found even in 999 gold. In general, this alloy is impractical for accessories, since pure gold is quite soft. But jewelers use such gold to create armor chains, vouching for their durability.

When choosing a chain with shell-like weaving, its length should be considered. To do this, you need to decide how the accessory will be worn - under or over clothes, with or without a pendant. The length of the products varies from 40 to 70 cm.

Jewelry made in this technique looks great as an independent decoration. But if it is planned to be paired with a pendant or a cross, then you need to pay attention to the width of the links. As a rule, such chains are quite wide, so the pendant should not be small, otherwise it will be lost and the decoration will not look harmonious.

There, if desired, consultants will be able to confirm the weight of the product. Buying this jewelry in dubious places, there is a high risk of stumbling into a fake or significantly overpaying for low-quality goods.