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Italian-made solid 9ct and 18ct gold chains for men — Figaro and curb links in everyday weights, from family workshops.

Solid gold chains for men — 9ct and 18ct, made in Italy, hallmarked. Eighteen chains hand-picked from family workshops with generations of chain-making behind them: curb, figaro, rope, rolo and Singapore links in men's weights, with clasps built to match.

These are solid gold throughout — not plated, not filled, not bonded. That is why a gold chain holds its value: the metal is the price floor.

9ct or 18ct?

9ct gold 18ct gold
Gold content 37.5% 75%
Colour Paler, subtler Richer, warmer
Wear Harder alloy — takes daily knocks well Softer, heavier, more valuable
Price Lower Roughly double the metal value

Standard lengths run 50–70 cm and most styles can be shortened before dispatch. See also men's silver chains, gold with diamonds, and the guide to 48 chain types.

Frequently asked questions

Are these chains solid gold?

Yes — solid 9ct or 18ct gold all the way through, made in Italy and hallmarked. Nothing here is gold-plated, gold-filled or bonded.

Should I buy a 9ct or 18ct gold chain?

9ct is the harder alloy and costs less — a practical everyday chain. 18ct carries twice the gold, with a richer colour and more weight in the hand. For a chain worn daily under a shirt, 9ct is the sensible pick; for presence and long-term metal value, 18ct.

What length gold chain should a man wear?

55 cm is the everyday standard, sitting at the collarbone. 50 cm rides higher; 60–70 cm hangs over the chest and suits a pendant or cross. Most styles here can be shortened before dispatch on request.

Does solid gold tarnish?

No. Gold does not react with air or skin, which is why a solid gold chain only ever needs a wipe and an occasional wash in warm soapy water. That is the practical difference from plated chains, whose surface wears through.

Why buy an Italian-made chain?

Italy has been the centre of chain-making for generations, and it shows in the details: links that sit flat, solder joins you cannot find, and clasps proportioned to the chain's weight. Natalia picks each style from family workshops rather than factory catalogues.