This short 18 inch chain sits high against the neck, making the dark finish visible over standard crewneck collars. The interlocking curb links measure 5 mm across, giving the chain enough substance to wear by itself without feeling bulky. Each link features flat diamond-cut facets that catch overhead light against the dark surface. Underneath the dark exterior is a solid stainless steel base that resists bending and stays comfortable on sensitive skin.
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This necklace is made of stainless steel finished with a black plated coating rather than solid dark metal. The core metal is hypoallergenic and resists corrosion, but daily showers, harsh sweat, and cologne will gradually wear down the surface plating around high-friction points like the clasp.
At an 18 inch cut, the chain settles directly at the collarbone or slightly higher depending on your neck size. It stays visible above unbuttoned shirts and crew necks, though wearers with broader necks may find this shorter length sits closer to a choker.
Each 5 mm link is ground with flat diamond-cut edges to reflect light as you move. The piece ships inside a dedicated jewelry box to keep the plated links from rubbing against other metals when stored between wears.
Plated links wear at the points where they rub each other, so a wide cuban chain shows its age at the shoulders first. Take it off before the shower and before the gym: chlorine and salt sweat strip plating faster than anything else you will do to it.
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