Byzantine chain weaving

A chain around the neck is a versatile piece of jewelry that never goes out of style. They can be both female and male, made of precious metals, of various alloys, massive and thin, as well as a variety of weaves. Young girls usually choose light, elegant items with pendants and pendants. Older women are more suited to heavier jewelry, while men prefer thick gold or silver chains.

There are several dozen types of different weaves of jewelry - anchor, bismarck, rollo, shell, cardinal and others. Many of them appeared as early as the first millennium AD as various ways of weaving knightly chain mail, including Byzantine, also called fox tail or royal knitting (royal weaving).

In addition, intricate ornaments used to decorate the pages of books were called Byzantine weaving. These ornaments were also very similar to the modern version of jewelry.

Products made using the Byzantine weaving technique look solid and representative.Despite the massiveness and volume, they do not seem pretentious and too heavy. They are distinguished by durability, strength and noble beauty. Thanks to the complex fantasy weaving, the chains shimmer beautifully and unusually in the light.

Gold, silver and platinum fragments can be combined in one product, which makes its appearance even more intricate and interesting. Also, this weaving is applicable for the manufacture of jewelry made of steel.

Byzantine chain weaving is one of the most difficult. It is created by sequentially connecting elements of the same size. The links can be of various shapes - square, oval or round, their thickness determines the thickness of the future product.

This method of weaving allows you to create both long chains and massive bracelets and even small key rings.

Byzantine weaving products are very expensive, due to their thickness and complexity of manufacturing. Depending on the length and weight of the finished 14-carat gold chain, the price can start from 12,500 rubles. and end at about 60,000 rubles. Silver jewelry 925 costs from 3500-4000 rubles, and steel - from 2500 to 4000 rubles.

It will be more budgetary if you order the product from the master. When fulfilling an individual order, jewelers usually calculate the cost - from 450 rubles. for 1 gram of work with gold and from 350 rubles. for 1 gram of work with silver.

Jewelry made using the Byzantine weaving technique is more suitable for men and women over 40 years old. They will look appropriate as an addition to the weekend attire, worn on a solemn occasion. These chains and bracelets look very solid, concise and self-sufficient, so you should not complement them with other jewelry and decorative elements.

The most common type of product is the Byzantium chain, made of gold. In addition to a suit in a solemn business style, it will emphasize the status and good taste of its owner. In silver version, this jewelry is more suitable for going out - to a concert or theater.

A two-tone chain or a gold-plated steel bracelet is a perfect gift for a man. At the same time, the steel decoration looks no less representative than that of precious metal. They can be worn by men of all ages, but usually preferred by the stronger sex after 35 years.