2.5mm Rope Chain Necklace in S925 Sterling Silver

A rope chain is made of small links twisted around each other into a spiral, and the result is a chain that is dense, flexible and tough, because the links lock together instead of hanging loose. This one is 2.5mm wide, which is slim enough to wear alone and sturdy enough to carry a pendant. It is made in S925 sterling silver and works for men and women alike.

Sterling silver is 92.5% silver alloyed with other metal for strength, and it is the right base for a chain that will be worn against skin. It is less likely to turn skin green than brass or plated copper can. Silver does darken slowly over time, and a soft polishing cloth restores the shine in seconds. It is not harmed by water, but chlorine and salt water speed the darkening, so rinse the chain and dry it after swimming or showering with it on.

Length changes how it wears. The 18 inch and 20 inch sit at or just below the collarbone, which suits a plain tee or an open collar. The 22 inch and 24 inch hang lower on the chest and layer well over a shirt. The 30 inch is a long chain you can wear doubled or looped, or leave as a single long line. Finishes are silver colour and gold colour. If you plan to add a pendant, 20 or 22 inch is the safest length.

• Chain: 2.5mm rope
• Metal: S925 sterling silver
• Finish: silver or gold colour
• Lengths: 18, 20, 22, 24 and 30 inch
• Stones: none