Gold-plated snake chain necklace, thin 1.2 mm chain, 45 cm 18K PVD gold-plated stainless steel

Gold-plated snake chain with lobster clasp in close-up, 1.2 mm 18K PVD gold-plated stainless steel

Gold-plated 45 cm snake chain necklace coiled, lobster clasp and extension chain visible

Necklace 45 cm, Snake Chain 1.2 mm, 18K Gold PVD-Coated Stainless Steel 304

REACH compliant and suitable for sensitive skin.

27,50 €

Pack size	Price	Unit price
5 pcs	27,50 €	5,500 €

Pack Size

5 Pieces

Quantity

Chain Length: 45 cm

Chain Thickness: 1.2 mm

Clasp Size: 10 x 6 mm

Material: Stainless Steel 304

Gold finish: 18K Gold

Coating method: PVD Coating

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Description

Ready-to-wear necklace chain made of stainless steel. The chain is a slim, round, tightly woven snake chain that drapes beautifully on its own or with a small pendant. The chain is 45 cm long, which sits at collarbone level for most wearers. The chain comes with a lobster clasp fitted, so you don't need any other parts.

A snake chain has a smoother, more uniform look than a standard jewelry chain and gives the piece a stylish, minimalist appearance. Avoid bending the chain sharply, as its tight structure can be damaged by hard folding.

This necklace chain works well with small pendants and other lightweight jewelry components. Attach the pendant to the chain with a bail or a jump ring.

The chain is gold PVD-coated, which gives a significantly more durable gold plating than conventional plating. PVD coating gives the chain a beautiful, warm tone and a polished look.

Frequently asked questions about the product

What kinds of jewelry does the 45 cm PVD gold-plated snake chain suit?

This 45 cm snake chain suits dainty, polished necklaces where you want a warm gold tone and a ready-to-wear chain. It pairs well with a small pendant but also looks put-together on its own.

At 45 cm, the length sits at the lower neck or around collarbone height for most wearers. The gold-plated surface makes the chain a good choice especially for jewelry where the pendant, jump ring, or other visible parts are also gold-toned.

What is a snake chain?

A snake chain is a tightly woven, smooth-surfaced chain style, where the surface looks continuous rather than clearly linked. It drapes softly and gives the piece an understated, clean look.

In PVD gold plating, a snake chain looks especially polished, since the continuous surface shows the gold tone evenly along the whole length of the chain.

What should be kept in mind when wearing a PVD gold-plated snake chain?

Avoid folding the snake chain sharply or squeezing it into a tight bend, since its tightly woven structure can suffer from hard bending. Store the chain straight or in a gentle curve if possible.

The PVD gold-plated surface is durable, but it should still be handled with care. It's best to take jewelry off for things like sports, sleeping, saunas, and showers, so the plating isn't unnecessarily exposed to rubbing or chemicals.

Does a PVD gold-plated snake chain work for layered necklaces?

Yes, a PVD gold-plated snake chain also works well for layered necklaces. Its smooth, understated surface pairs beautifully with other chain styles, such as cable chain, paperclip chain, or rolo chain.

For layering, it's worth choosing chains of clearly different lengths, so they sit nicely on the neck and are less likely to tangle with each other.

Can a finished PVD gold-plated snake chain be shortened at home?

A finished snake chain generally isn't something you should shorten yourself. The chain's structure is tightly woven, and the end pieces are attached separately, so a cut end would need a new, matching end piece and careful finishing.

With a PVD gold-plated chain, shortening it can also damage the plating at the cut point or around the end pieces. If you need a chain of a specific length, it's usually better to choose one that's already the right length than to modify a finished chain yourself.

Frequently Asked Questions About Materials and Safety

Are Steely Pop's jewelry findings compliant with EU safety requirements?

Yes. The products in our range meet the chemical restrictions applied to jewelry in the EU (such as the limits on nickel release and the thresholds for lead and cadmium).

What is surgical steel, and is it safe?

The term "surgical steel" is a general name for a group of stainless steel grades with especially good properties for skin contact. Surgical steel is widely considered one of the safest jewelry materials. Steely Pop's jewelry findings are made from steel grades 304, 316, and 316L, which are often referred to as surgical steel.