Discover all the different chain links ⛓️

To offer as well as to create, having a good knowledge of the different areas of the world is essential. This knowledge will be transmitted between all the jewelry, bracelets, necklaces, rings... These links each have their first name, an aid for jewelers and buyers alike. In this article we will mainly identify the most well-known chain types among the link type identification catalogs.

Making a choice is sometimes difficult if you take into account all the types of channels that there may be on the market, you can quickly get lost. This article will carefully give you all the details concerning each of the links of the necklace or bracelet.

American mesh

Its mesh remains imposing in its width but just as harmonious in the quality of the rounded and identical links.

English Knit

Hence its name "English", it comes from and gives reference to the stylization of English knitting. Links that are easily distinguished thanks to their oval and flattened shapes.

Ball Mesh

The succession embodied, several balls are connected through rings which form the ball mesh or in other words, gi's. It's up to you to choose the diameter of the chain balls. They can be spaced by several rings of different sizes.

It is a basic in the jewelry world, its mesh offers depending on the size you choose, a variety of thickness and breathtaking chain length.

In general, the thinnest balls are between 1mm and 1.5mm, and the widest, between 6mm and 12mm.

Horse stitch

Often confused with the Figaro link, the Cheval link is made up of a succession of oval and flattened links. Its chain remains simple and elegant,

Mesh Rope

You will quickly notice it under a window or even on one of your loved ones. Its chain is identical to a braided rope. The negative side of rope knitting is that it ages poorly. Its appearance is pretty but the fact that the inside of the jewelry is empty, the links are difficult to repair.

Figaro mesh

Similar to the links of the horse chain and the bracelet, the figaro link is slightly different with its airy and elongated rings between three other small links. It is specifically suited to men, the jewelry is very durable.

Filigree Mesh

All the details of the filigree mesh are visible to the naked eye like embroidery, its links are twisted and welded in metal.

Mesh Forçat

The prisoners' chain here is made up of links with rounded or square angles, it is the must-have pendant. A feminine and timeless classic.

Curb Knit

Obviously being a classic, it is suitable for both sexes but is often used by men. The simple, flattened rings of the bracelet follow one another. Its presence allows it to support a more intense weight load than other meshes.

Coffee Bean Knit

As its name suggests, the coffee bean stitch represents the small brown bean par excellence. Its oval shape and bulky links are often massive, the two holes in the middle of each of the seeds help the chain to be less heavy.

Grain of Rice Mesh

Rice grain knit chains are made up of small links in the shape of elongated “grains”, connected together with an invisible axis. It can be more or less wide, and the size of the grains can vary depending on the jewelry.

Bean knit

A heavy piece of jewelry to wear in the shape of a flattened bean. A chic appearance that stands out from the ordinary. Its links are imposing and tight.

Jaseron mesh

Of Quebec origin, the Jareson links are round or oval which link together for a result that is suitable for children and adults alike. It is a delicate but solid piece of jewelry.

Mesh Marine or Hermès

It is inspired by boat anchor chains, all the links are oval and crossed by a rod in the center of the chain to make it more resistant. Used for children, it is a round marine jewel.

Mirror Mesh

Its meshes are flat and wide, the effect obtained being polished for a “mirror” appearance, its finish is smooth and shiny.

Omega mesh

The particularity of Omega mesh is the fact that it is extremely rigid. It is made from round discs which overlap.

Palm tree mesh

This chain has countless different names, Spiga chain, wheat chain, palm chain. Its creation with a 3D effect requires a lot of work on the jewelry. The palm mesh is made from quality metal to provide maximum product durability.

Polish Mesh

The Polish chain has a fairly bulky jewelry thickness. It is made by winding threads around it, these threads are oriented from right to left to obtain the Polish stitch.

Royal or Peruvian mesh

The type of refined jewelry with original links, the royal chain has a design assembled by rings.

Snake Mesh

This mesh simply represents the scales of the snake's skin, it is available in two aspects, flat or round.

Cable Knit

Rings nested together to represent a twisted mesh. Its mesh can be flat or bulky.

Venetian mesh

Also called the cubic chain, the Venetian mesh is made up of square links that fit together. It is an elegant piece of jewelry that is usually worn near the neck.

Cuban Knit

Before describing the jewelry, you should know that Cuban mesh is legendary on the jewelry market. Of Latin origin, the Cubans invented the trend of this oval chain which crosses like a rope. Its solidity comes from the fact that it is particularly handmade, the Cuban link will never lose its tradition and has acquired a blatant modernity.

Popcorn Mesh

The links of the popcorn chain are quite tight, which provides this twisted effect with successive folds. Its durability remains to be desired, it remains fragile for a modern jewel.