Is this chain solid gold or plated?

It is 14k yellow gold, so the gold runs through the metal rather than sitting in a plating that can wear off. That makes it more durable than gold-plated or gold-filled chains.

Can I hang a pendant on it?

Yes, but keep the pendant small and light. At 0.4mm the chain is fine, and a heavy charm or a firm tug can stretch or break it.

How long is it, and where does it sit?

It is 16 inches, which generally rests at the base of the neck or just below the collarbone. That is shorter than the common 18-inch length, so check it against a neckline you like.

What kind of clasp does it have?

A spring ring clasp. It is secure when fully closed, but the small ring can be fiddly to open and fasten behind the neck, especially one-handed.

Is it good for everyday wear?

For light wear, yes, since solid 14k gold resists tarnish. Take it off for sleep, gym and anything that pulls on the neck, because a chain this thin is easy to kink.

Can I layer it with other chains?

Yes, its fine gauge layers well without looking bulky. Its 16-inch length pairs best with chains of 18 inches or more so the layers sit apart.

Where is the JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain cheapest?

At JTV, for $70.20, as of our latest check.

JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain

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JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain

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Last seen at $70.20 at JTV on Nov 10.

Our take on the JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain

A 14k yellow gold cable chain in a 0.4mm width and 16-inch length, made in the USA and closed with a spring ring clasp. At 0.4mm it is a fine, lightweight chain, so it works best as a delicate standalone piece or as a base for a small pendant. It is solid 14k gold rather than plated or filled, which puts it above gold-plated fashion chains in durability and wear. The trade-off is that such a thin gauge is fragile: it suits light pendants and careful daily wear, not heavy charms or tugging.

Best forWearing alone as a delicate everyday necklaceHolding a small, lightweight pendantShoppers who want solid 14k gold, not platedA first fine-jewelry chain or a gift

Pros

Solid 14k yellow gold, not plated or gold-filled
Fine 0.4mm profile sits close to the skin
16-inch length hits at the collarbone
Spring ring clasp is simple and secure when closed fully
Made in the USA

Cons

Very thin at 0.4mm, so it can kink or snap under pull
Not suited to heavy pendants or charms
16 inches is short for some necklines and layering
Spring ring clasps are harder to work one-handed than lobster claws

JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain prices at every store

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JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain price history

Lowest price we've seen: $70.20 on Nov 11 at JTV. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 11.

Specifications

Material: Gold
Metal Type: Gold
Gold Karatage: 14k
Metal Color: Yellow Gold
Jewelry Type: Chain
Jewelry Subtype: Chain
Target Audience: ADULT, FEMALE
Closure Type: Spring ring clasp
Country Of Origin: United States of America
Shape: Cable
Length: 16.00in
Width: 0.02 in
Height: 0.4 mm
Weight: 0.3 g

Questions and answers

Is this chain solid gold or plated?: It is 14k yellow gold, so the gold runs through the metal rather than sitting in a plating that can wear off. That makes it more durable than gold-plated or gold-filled chains.
Can I hang a pendant on it?: Yes, but keep the pendant small and light. At 0.4mm the chain is fine, and a heavy charm or a firm tug can stretch or break it.
How long is it, and where does it sit?: It is 16 inches, which generally rests at the base of the neck or just below the collarbone. That is shorter than the common 18-inch length, so check it against a neckline you like.
What kind of clasp does it have?: A spring ring clasp. It is secure when fully closed, but the small ring can be fiddly to open and fasten behind the neck, especially one-handed.
Is it good for everyday wear?: For light wear, yes, since solid 14k gold resists tarnish. Take it off for sleep, gym and anything that pulls on the neck, because a chain this thin is easy to kink.
Can I layer it with other chains?: Yes, its fine gauge layers well without looking bulky. Its 16-inch length pairs best with chains of 18 inches or more so the layers sit apart.
Where is the JTV 14k Yellow Gold 0.4mm Cable Chain cheapest?: At JTV, for $70.20, as of our latest check.