14K Gold Paperclip Chain

The Paperclip Chain takes its name from the flat, elongated rectangular links that look exactly like a row of paper clips linked together. Each link is flat on its face, open in the center, and alternates direction from the link next to it in a pattern that keeps the chain lying flat against the neck. The links are large enough to read clearly and give the chain a distinct look, while the flat profile keeps the chain from bunching or curling the way a rounder link style might. It sits against the skin naturally and photographs well from every angle.

The chain is built in genuine 14K gold, so the warm yellow tone runs through every link from clasp to clasp. At 3mm wide, the paperclip chain is a streamlined piece that reads as current without being flashy, which makes it one of the easier chains to layer with other pieces in a neck stack. At 4.5mm wide, the chain makes a more deliberate statement and holds its own as a solo piece without needing a pendant or other chains alongside it. Both widths are available in five lengths from 16 to 24 inches in two-inch steps.

The paperclip link style has been one of the most searched chain formats in women's gold jewelry over the past several years, because it photographs well, fits a wide range of styles, and carries a visual weight that sits between a delicate chain and a chunky cuban. The 3mm width is the version for someone who wants to layer or keep the piece versatile. The 4.5mm is the version for someone who wants the chain to lead the look.

A paperclip chain in this width works with a pendant or without one. Hung at mid-chest, it sits flat against the sternum and stays visible without sliding to the side. Because the gold is genuine throughout, the links do not tarnish or change color with regular wear, and the flat profile means the links are unlikely to tangle badly in storage compared to a chain with more cylindrical links. Wipe with a soft cloth after wearing and store flat or hanging.

Both widths are versatile enough to function as everyday jewelry or as a piece worn specifically for going out. The 3mm is the more practical everyday width, while the 4.5mm is better suited to situations where the chain is the focal point of the look.

• Available in 3mm and 4.5mm widths, in lengths from 16 to 24 inches (five length options per width in two-inch steps). Genuine 14K gold paperclip links throughout.

Please note: all measurements are approximate and may vary by up to ±5% due to the handcrafted nature of each piece.