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What is the strongest necklace chain type?

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Nancy Green New Contributor
Asked May 28, 2026
I break chains all the time. What is actually durable?

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Nancy Green New Contributor
Layered necklace enthusiast. I own 20 chains. 9 answers · 4 selected

The strongest chains for daily wear are cable, curb, and figaro in 1mm or thicker. Avoid snake chains (they kink and are impossible to repair) and very thin rope chains under 0.8mm. Sterling silver or 14k gold-filled lasts years.

May 29, 2026
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Bob Hayes Active Member
Tennis bracelet guy. Silver, gold, and diamond. 10 answers · 2 selected

Remove tennis bracelets before showering. Soap gets in the stones and dulls them, and wet skin makes the bracelet slide and risk catching. The clasp on a tennis bracelet is the weak point. Take it off to sleep too.

May 28, 2026
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