Diamond link chains are incredibly popular among women and men . The beautiful geometry of elongated squares due to the interweaving of opposite corners creates a durable structure and a spectacular decoration.
Rhombus is one of the classic forms of chain weaving, has varieties
The technology is as follows: small cells are created, which are then connected by slots and soldered. The chain turns out beautiful, elegant and quite simple. Several layers of rings in width make the product more voluminous.
Manufacturing technology
The method for making such chains is quite simple. Small rhombuses are cast from metal, after which they are connected and soldered. After these procedures, a very beautiful weaving is obtained, it is easy to perform, but at the same time looks very rich and elegant. If we consider people's preferences, ladies choose a gold chain with a double diamond in a more simplified version. It should not be too thick or heavy. Men, on the contrary, want a heavier chain and, perhaps, even with a triple weave of diamonds. They are made wider to make the product look more massive.
Production of gold chains
According to the nature of their manufacture, chains are divided into the following types:
- machine knitting;
- manual;
- stamped.
In the first case, thin, light gold chains with small links are obtained. For their manufacture, ultra-thin gold wire is used, the diameter of which does not exceed 0.15 millimeters. The automatic link creation machine works so quickly that it produces 600 pieces in one minute. After the links are fastened together, the finished chain is calcined in a special oven. There, under the influence of high temperature, the ends of each link are soldered, which guarantees the strength of the product. If all technological processes are carried out without violating the rules, the machine-knitted chain will serve its owner for many years.
In terms of quality and reliability, machine-made gold chains cannot be compared with hand-knitted products.
The beauty of the finished jewelry and its durability depend on the skill of the jeweler. The manual method of creating products is often resorted to in small private workshops. They are also used in large enterprises, since truly exclusive products are created only by hand. When knitting by hand, you can create chains weighing up to 6 grams.
Stamped chains are produced using special dies. The shapes of individual links are pressed into gold sheet metal using stamps. Moreover, the thickness of the gold sheet does not exceed 0.3 millimeters. This type of production is less expensive and faster, and stamped chains look more voluminous, although their weight remains light. But in strength and durability they are inferior to machine-knitted and hand-knitted chains.
Making gold wire for chains
Craftsmen created exquisite jewelry from these thin twigs back in Ancient Egypt. Modern technologies make it possible to produce wire up to 3 kilometers long from one gram of pure gold. Surprisingly, ancient jewelers also possessed similar skills, although they did not have our high-precision units. During archaeological excavations in Egyptian Abydos, experts found gold jewelry made of wire, the diameter of which was equal to the thickness of a human hair - no more than a third of a millimeter!
Making twigs for knitting chains is a very painstaking work that requires attentiveness from the master. First, molten gold is poured into a mold (mold for ingots), producing a wire half a centimeter in diameter. It is stretched by passing it through several holes, the diameter of which gradually decreases.
The thickness of the finished wire varies from 0.2 to 2 millimeters.
The choice of thickness depends on what kind of jewelry the master plans to create from it: a chain, bracelet or earring loop. The expected weight of the future decoration is also taken into account - for weightless feminine ones you need the thinnest wire, and for masculine ones thicker.
When the master has received a twig of the required diameter, the formation of the links of the future chain begins. The gold thread is wound onto a special base and then removed from it to form a spiral. Then, using scissors, rings of the same diameter are cut.
Next, the craftsman manually fastens these links, taking into account the chosen type of weaving, and solders each one with solder so that they hold tightly. After this, the chain is clamped in special shafts and the links are made flat. The next stage is installing the lock and polishing the decoration.
Features
Gold chains, which have a simple diamond weave, are mainly made using a machine, but a double diamond can only be made using a special machine. The basis of weaving is that a third is added to two rings, after which the pattern becomes voluminous and distinctive from others. After collecting all the diamonds, the chain is sent under the press, where it takes on a flat shape and all the parts are aligned and the same.
But the chain making process does not end there. The flattened edges of the rings, which are located at the very edge, are supplemented with some cuts, and in order for the product to have a finished look, the jeweler still has to do some manual thinning. After which the decoration is coated with a galvanic composition. It is an alloy of gold with other additives.
Basically, to make jewelry with a “double diamond” weave, they take 585 gold and 925 silver or gold-plated silver. And so that the galvanic layer does not wear off so quickly, silver must be coated with a gold alloy.
Fashion trends
In the 2022 season, it was massive chains that won the hearts of fashionistas, which pushed laconic and modest pendants into the background. Now you need to play big and bet on matching jewelry that always attracts attention.
The trend towards asymmetry in the design of such jewelry has also made itself known loudly. It involves the use of links of different shapes or sizes.
It is also important to combine silver and gold details in one look, as well as use the principle of multi-layering when selecting jewelry.
Masculine jewelry can now be combined with feminine details such as pearls. Having such an accessory in your arsenal, you can create a fashionable look with any mood at any time - from romantic to daring.
Additional accessories
If you go to a jewelry store, then you should notice sets on sale, which are some kind of composition of various accessories. They can be matched to different outfits, and if there is a small pendant with a beautiful pendant, which is often paired with earrings and a bracelet, then such a set will be an excellent addition to an evening dress. A chain with a double diamond weave can be complemented by the following jewelry:
- A pendant that is not very long.
- A pendant that matches a large stone.
- Pendants with personal inscriptions on the other side.
- Patterns or ornaments that can be presented in the form of long pendants.
Basically, the most spectacular items are those made from gold, but they can also be made from other materials. A gold chain with a double diamond weave looks very durable, and if the product is made of silver, then the single version will also be beautiful.
Something that suits everyone
Such weaving options are not distinguished by coarseness or sophistication. They are suitable for young and mature people, as well as for children.
Ear
It got its name because of its external resemblance to spikelets. The link looks like an elongated drop, and they are connected tightly adjacent to each other. The method of connecting droplets allows you to make a voluminous chain suitable for adults and children, for celebrations and every day.
Lace
Lace is the unofficial name for Snake weaving, resulting from the external similarity of the chain. The chain is woven according to the principle of double armor assembly from identical, tightly fitting links. Snake comes with round, oval, rectangular or flat cross-section. Suitable as a chain for a pendant or a children's cross.
"Chopard"
Chopard is an anchor-type weave and the informal name for Rollo. The connection received the name “Chopard” because it was the fashion house Chopard that made it recognizable throughout the world. Consists of round links connected to each other perpendicularly.
Almost each of the listed weaving options has its own subspecies and variations that are worthy of your attention. There are dozens of types of weaving, and jewelry makers come up with something new. We have only listed the most popular options for weaving gold chains.
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Product advantages
The double diamond weave product has several positive aspects, which will be discussed now.
- Strength. These chains or bracelets are not so easy to break, which is why most buyers prefer weaving.
- Many product variations. This type of weaving has quite a lot of techniques and types, so the choice of such products is quite large. Each person can choose a product to their taste.
- Versatility. Products with double diamond weave can suit any style and look; they will look beautiful with festive clothes and with a formal office suit.
Reviews
Many people love gold products. Everyone's preferences are very different - just like the reviews. If we talk specifically about the “double diamond” weaving, then the reviews about it are mostly positive. The volumetric pattern created by diamonds will not leave anyone indifferent. Another significant advantage of jewelry is the variety of weaving options. A jeweler can create both a strict classic and an elegant, extravagant item.
About chains, as well as about bracelets, they mainly say that they look very beautiful on the body. Many people call this weaving classic: it is the one that will never go out of fashion and will always be at the peak of popularity.
Buyers also note that the strength of the product is very high. It is also very comfortable, does not scratch or create any discomfort to the skin. If you were told that only men's gold chains are available with this weave, know that the choice depends only on your preference. Different people can wear such a product, as they suit absolutely everyone.
Benefits of weaving
The undeniable advantages of Double and Triple Diamond include:
- Premium durability. As mentioned above, Double and Triple Diamonds are recognized leaders in terms of strength. It is almost impossible to accidentally break a high-quality chain of such weaving.
- Versatility. Double Rhombo is a time-tested classic that suits absolutely everyone, regardless of gender, age, occupation or favorite style of clothing.
- Compatibility. A chain woven in this way is decorative in itself, but it never minds making friends with pendants. Moreover, thanks to its laconic design, it looks advantageous both with a pendant made in a futuristic angular-geometric manner, and with a pendant with stones in a vintage or ethnic style.
If you are choosing a chain as a gift, there is no better option than the Double or Triple Rhombo - this decoration will suit absolutely everyone!
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