Fused Fine Silver Loop In Loop Necklace With End Caps
This style of chain is based on multiple examples from the ancient Greek and Roman world. This necklace is made from hand woven fused fine silver links. Each link is heated to melting temperature until the ends fuse (mostly controlled melting). After fusing each link is stretched and then woven in place. This creates a very strong and delicate chain that has a smooth flow and articulation. The necklace is 22 3/4" long, with a half inch of adjustment. The chain is 1/4" on a side. This necklace has sterling silver end caps and a sterling lobster claw clasp.
Material
- silver
Type
- chain
Base
- metal
Meet the Maker
Patrick Ober
Ober Metal Works
Hello, my name is Patrick Ober and I have been making custom chainmail armour and jewelry since 1992. Beginning in 2000 I have begun to specialize in chainmail jewelry, everything from finger rings and earrings to heavy necklaces. Each item is hand made, one at a time using a combination of fabricated and purchased clasps and other findings.
Each piece of jewelry or armour starts out as raw wire or sheet that is formed and bent into its final form. I work primarily with sterling silver, fine silver, titanium, bronze/brass, and various steels for armour. I also make a variety of classical Loop in Loop Chains that are based on ancient Mediterranean examples.
Customer Reviews
Tomonari Sakai
Jul 24, 2015Great combination of materials and precision work. Very satisfied. Thank you.
mark mudra
Jun 17, 2014Matt Nicholson
Feb 3, 2016Very happy, spins like w dream, pleasure to do business with!
Aaron Miller
Feb 1, 2015Very happy with how everything worked out, and extremely easy to work with. Yes, I am thinking of more ideas and will do more business soon.
Barry Homrighaus
Dec 6, 2014This project involved modifying a wallet chain design to create a beautiful custom pocket watch chain. The maker expertly crafted a titanium swivel for the chain, and the final silver and titanium piece is a work of exceptional craftsmanship. I strongly recommend this maker for anyone who wants an heirloom piece made to exacting specifications.