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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A tennis chain is called a tennis chain due to the history of tennis bracelets. The name comes from an incident involving tennis player Chris Evert. In 1978, at the US Open, she lost a diamond-set link bracelet during a match and asked the officials to pause the action while she looked for it. People have referred to bracelets and chains of a similar style by the term "tennis" ever since. On 1stDibs, explore a range of tennis chains.
- What is a guard chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.
- What is a foxtail chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A foxtail chain is a specific pattern of chain link where two rows of flat oval links face into each other at a 45 degree angle.
- What is a book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
- What is a cable chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cable chain is a style of chain with symmetrical uniform links attached to each other. They are used to hang pendants and are often round in style. Find a variety of cable chains and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cuban chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Cuban chain refers to a type of jewelry design, which interlocks either round or oval gold rings together making a sleek unison pattern. This pattern interlocks all of the round or oval rings together which will lay flat on your chest or wrist. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Cuban chain jewelry.
- What is a chain bracelet?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021Chain bracelets are constructed by joining links together to form a band with a clasp fastening. Preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of the Prehistoric era likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. This style of bracelet is typically made of gold or silver. Find a collection of antique and vintage style chain bracelets on 1stDibs today.
- What is an Albert chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, a curb chain is not the same as a Miami Cuban chain. A curb chain is thinner and flatter than a Miami Cuban chain, which is rounder, bolder and thicker. Miami Cuban chain links are also more closely linked to one another. You’ll find a selection of both curb and Miami Cuban chains on 1stDibs.
- What is a body chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A body chain is an accessory made of metal that is meant to be worn around the body. Typically, body chains are worn across one's chest, back or around one's hips.
- What is a Rolo Chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Also known as belcher chains, rolo chains are round, inter-connected links. The outer edges of the chains are typically rounded and the inside is usually flat.
- What is a mariner chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A mariner chain is sometimes referred to as an anchor chain and is considered the strongest type of chain. Each oval link is the same size and has a middle bar that provides additional strength to the link. They are arranged in a typical horizontal fashion. Find vintage and contemporary mariner chains from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- What is a double chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The double chain stitch is a version of the chain stitch in which two stitches are worked side by side and interlocked. The double chain is made by bringing the needle out at point A and then inserting it at point B. At point C, the needle is released, leaving an open chain stitch.
- What is a tennis chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tennis chain refers to the types of necklaces often worn by tennis players. The term itself dates back to the 1980s. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary tennis chains and bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a wheat chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A wheat chain is a piece of jewelry created with four strands of twisted oval links. It is also called the Spiga chain. The links in a wheat chain are woven together which creates a gorgeous and eye-catching chain. Shop a range of antique wheat chains on 1stDibs.
- What is a Cuban chain necklace?1 AnswerRoman Malakov DiamondsApril 19, 2021It is a type of gold necklace made with cuban links. They are mostly made in gold but can be set with diamonds. It is a very popular style nowadays.
- What is a curb chain necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A curb chain necklace is composed of round links that are slightly twisted, flattened, interlocked and looped together to form a chain. Curb chain necklaces are popular in very fine formations as well as much chunkier variations. They are ideal for creating statement necklaces. Shop various designs of curb chain necklaces on 1stDibs.
- How is a herringbone chain made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Herringbone chains are intricately woven metal links that are pieced together tightly at an angle. Making a herringbone chain is all about pulling individual links together in a smooth line and with a tight bond. Shop a collection of herringbone jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Victorian book chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.
- What are diamond cuts on chains?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Diamond cuts on chains are small grooves or notches on the surface of the metal. The addition of this detailing gives metal chains a luminous, almost sparkling effect. The term is not to be confused with diamond cut, which refers to the design guide that a jeweler uses for shaping gemstones. A diamond's cut relates to how well the stone's facets interact with light. Explore a variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.