love the look of vintage and antique watch chains, but don't want the hassle of finding an original chain without problematic quirks? voila! a solution that's both old and new
a vintage figaro chain has been re-worked with new clasps reminiscent of a watch chain — a new clasp in the style of a dog clip clasp, but without the swivel feature, and a new clasp in the style of a sailor clasp.
solid sterling silver + gold plating — gold plating is a metallic lesson in non-attachment. it will fade and reveal the silver beneath. and, yes, areas you touch more — like the clasps, or the part of the chain that rests at the back of your neck — will fade faster. you choose: have it re-plated by a jeweler as necessary, or let it fade.
MEASUREMENTS
24.25" long when clasped
longer oval links are ~3.75mm wide
dog clip style clasp measures ~23.8mm long
sailor clasp is ~12mm across
weighs 16g
C O N D I T I O N
in good reworked vintage condition
the figaro chain is vintage, but has minimal wear to the plating. it was sourced dark with patina, which was removed with a liquid cleaner — abrasive polishing will remove the plating, too
jump rings between chain and clasps are not soldered shut, but they're a thick, sturdy gauge. they do not lie flat like the figaro links
clasps are new and have minimal wear and are slightly mismatched for gold hue
this is a reworked vintage item and will show surface scratches, dents, dings, dulling, wear, patina, and signs of having been worn and loved
S H O P A G R E E M E N T S
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S K I N S E N S I T I V I T I E S
please read the ‘FAQs’ section before purchasing an item if you have a history of skin sensitivities to metals of any kind, and/or a history of skin reactions like dermatitis or eczema. Send us a message if you have additional questions.
