- Is this solid gold or gold plated?
- It is sterling silver with a 14K gold plate over it, not solid gold. The silver core keeps it affordable, but the gold layer is a finish, not the metal itself.
- Will the gold plating wear off?
- Plating wears fastest where the chain rubs: the clasp, the jump ring and the links that move most. Taking it off before showering, swimming or applying perfume slows that down.
- What length is it and where does it sit?
- It is 18 inches, which generally falls at the collarbone on most adults. That length works alone or as the base layer under a shorter choker.
- Can I wear a pendant on it?
- Light pendants are fine. Box chains are less flexible than cable or curb chains, so a heavy pendant can strain the links and the clasp.
- How do I keep it from tarnishing?
- Keep it dry, wipe it after wearing and store it in a sealed bag away from humidity. Sterling silver tarnishes naturally, and plated pieces should not be polished with abrasive cloths.
- Is it good for daily wear?
- It handles daily wear, but the plating will show age sooner than solid gold. If you want a chain to wear constantly for years, solid gold holds up better.
- Where is the Banter Sterling Silver 14K Gold Plate Box Chain Necklace cheapest?
- At Nelson Jewelry, for $55.00, 21% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Banter Sterling Silver 14K Gold Plate Box Chain Necklace?
- 10 stores we checked sell it, including Banter, Nelson Jewelry, eBay, Holly McHone Jewelers, Walmart.