Silvme 925 Sterling Silver Chain, 18 Inch, Approx. 4.59 g, for Women and Men

Silvme built this chain around a 4.59 g weight in 925 sterling silver, so it drapes rather than stiffens and keeps its line as it settles.

The design

The link pattern is kept understated so the chain works as a foundation piece - on its own, layered with another length, or carrying a pendant.

Product details

• Material: 925 sterling silver throughout, clasp and findings included
• Length: 18 inches
• Weight: Approx. 4.59 g
• Sold as: One chain
• Suits: Women and men

How this length sits

An 18 inch chain generally sits at or just below the collarbone on most adults. It is the most common everyday length and the one that works best close to the neckline. Necks differ, so treat this as a guide rather than a guarantee - measuring a chain you already wear is the surest way to compare.

About 925 sterling silver

925 sterling silver is 92.5 per cent pure silver, alloyed with a small proportion of other metal - usually copper - to give it working strength. Pure silver on its own is too soft to hold a clasp or survive being worn, so the alloy is what makes silver practical as jewellery while keeping the colour and density of the real metal. The 925 mark is the international standard for sterling, and it is what separates solid silver from plated pieces built over a base metal.

Searching in Hinglish, you will see this called a chandi ki chain - the same thing, solid sterling silver rather than a plated imitation. Silver in India is often judged by weight, which is why the gram figure is listed openly above.

How to wear it

It sits well under an open collar, and pairs with a second, finer chain if you want visible layering.

Gifting

A practical present - no size to guess at, and sterling silver holds up to being worn rather than stored.

Frequently asked questions

Is this real silver or silver plated?
Solid 925 sterling silver all the way through, including the clasp and findings - not a plated base metal. 925 means 92.5 per cent pure silver, the international sterling standard.

Will it turn black over time?
Silver reacts with air and moisture and will dull or darken eventually. That is normal for real silver and it is reversible - a silver polishing cloth restores the shine. Storing it in a closed pouch between wears slows it down considerably.

How will 18 inches sit on me?
An 18 inch chain generally sits at or just below the collarbone on most adults. It is the most common everyday length and the one that works best close to the neckline. Necks vary, so measure a chain you already wear if you want to be sure.

Does a pendant come with it?
No. You receive one chain only. Any pendant or other jewellery in the styling photographs is shown for context and is not part of this purchase.

Is the weight exact?
Approximate. This chain is around 4.59 g, but each piece is finished by hand so weight varies slightly. Silver is often bought by weight in India, so we list it openly.

What you receive

One (1) Silvme 925 sterling silver chain. Pendants, charms and any other jewellery shown in styling photographs are not included unless stated above.

Care

Silver darkens on contact with air and moisture. That is the metal behaving normally, not a fault, and it reverses with cleaning. Wipe the chain with a soft dry cloth after wearing, keep it clear of fragrance, hair product and chlorinated water, and store it in a closed pouch rather than open air. A silver polishing cloth restores the shine; avoid abrasive pastes, which remove metal with the tarnish.

Weight is approximate. Each chain is finished individually, so pieces vary slightly from the figure listed.