# Lovely Rita's Necklaces & Chains Guide
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## Chain Styles Explained

### Rope Chain
- Twisted spiral design
- Very strong and durable
- Classic look for men & women
- Price: $99-$2,500+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/rope-chains

### Cuban Link Chain
- Bold interlocking links
- Men's favorite style
- Hip-hop / statement look
- Price: $149-$5,000+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/cuban-link-chains

### Figaro Chain
- Italian design: 2-3 small + 1 long link
- Elegant and versatile
- Great for pendants
- Price: $79-$1,500+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/figaro-chains

### Box Chain
- Square interlocking links
- Best for pendants (lays flat)
- Delicate to medium weight
- Price: $49-$500+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/box-chains

### Singapore Chain
- Twisted diamond-cut links
- Sparkles in light
- Women's favorite
- Price: $59-$400+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/singapore-chains

### Herringbone Chain
- Flat V-pattern
- Sleek, statement piece
- Delicate - handle with care
- Price: $99-$1,500+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/herringbone-chains

### Mariner/Anchor Chain
- Nautical-inspired with bar
- Strong and masculine
- Great for pendants
- Price: $79-$1,000+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/mariner-chains

### Franco Chain
- V-shaped woven links
- Extremely strong
- Men's premium choice
- Price: $149-$2,000+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/franco-chains

### Wheat Chain
- Braided/woven look
- Flexible and comfortable
- Unisex appeal
- Price: $79-$800+
- Shop: https://jewelryshopping.com/collections/wheat-chains

## Gold Karat Guide

### 10K Gold
- 41.7% pure gold
- Most durable, least expensive
- Slightly lighter color
- Best for: Daily wear, active lifestyles

### 14K Gold (MOST POPULAR)
- 58.3% pure gold
- Perfect balance of durability & color
- Industry standard in USA
- Best for: Everyone!

### 18K Gold
- 75% pure gold
- Richer yellow color
- Softer, more luxurious
- Best for: Special occasions, luxury pieces

## Chain Lengths

| Length | Best For |
|--------|----------|
| 14" | Choker style |
| 16" | Women's standard, sits at collarbone |
| 18" | Women's versatile, below collarbone |
| 20" | Unisex, chest level |
| 22" | Men's standard |
| 24" | Men's longer, mid-chest |
| 26-30" | Statement length |

## Chain Widths

| Width | Style |
|-------|-------|
| 1-2mm | Delicate, feminine |
| 2-3mm | Everyday wear |
| 3-4mm | Substantial but not heavy |
| 4-5mm | Bold statement |
| 5mm+ | Heavy, masculine |

## Best Chains by Purpose

### For Pendants
1. Box chain (lays flat)
2. Cable chain (classic)
3. Singapore (adds sparkle)

### For Men
1. Cuban link
2. Rope chain
3. Franco chain
4. Figaro chain

### For Women
1. Singapore
2. Box chain
3. Wheat chain
4. Herringbone

### For Daily Wear
1. Rope (durable)
2. Figaro (strong)
3. Box (versatile)

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