A popcorn necklace chain makes a lovely gift for the casual couple, the married couple, or for a close female relative, for a gift-giving holiday, a birthday, or an anniversary, or even just because. If you’re looking for a popcorn necklace chain to give her, you need to know which type to buy, the length, and type of popcorn necklace chains that are available.
Also note that many different styles of jewelry fall under the heading of “popcorn necklace chain.” If she has one on her list, ask her to produce a photo of the kind she likes, this should help you narrow down the options.
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Characteristics of Popcorn Necklace Chains
Silver or Gold or Other
The first determination to make is whether to buy her a sterling silver or 14-kt gold popcorn necklace chain. Some women will only wear one or the others, while other women like to mix it up. Price may also factor into this decisions, since
silver continues to be cheaper than gold.
If you decide on gold, you will have to also decide between white gold and yellow gold.
Some beaded necklaces, with beads that are all the same size and color are also referred to as popcorn necklace chains.
Hollow or Solid
Some popcorn necklaces, like those made with 14-kt gold are sometimes hollow, and the necklace appears wider and bigger than the solid versions.
Type of Cut
You can find popcorn necklace chains that are diamond-cut and round. Or, you could choose a snake cut which is less round, a little slinkier.
Length
A common length of popcorn necklace chains is 18 inches. Popcorn necklace chains also come in 16 inches and 20 inches.
Clasp
Popcorn necklace chains also typically come with a spring ring clasp. A spring ring clasp is a pretty standard clasp in jewelry. This type of clasp can be difficult for elderly women, or anyone with an arthritic condition or carpal tunnel, to open and close. This is just something to consider when you are shopping for a popcorn necklace chain.
Another popular clasp on this jewelry is the lobster claw clasp. These can be easier to open and close that a spring ring clasp.
Size
The size and shape of the “popcorn” on the jewelry can vary greatly. Some of the necklaces look like they have tiny popcorn-seed like portions fused together. Some of these jewelery pieces are very specific about the size of the jewelry. Some choices include 1.6MM, 1.8mm, up to 2.7mm.
Price
The price you pay for this gift for her will vary depending on the above characteristics. The price range can be as low as $25 and go has high as a couple of thousand dollars. Very nice pieces can be found for about $120-$150.
Charms
This type of jewelry also suits itself to charms, if you want to buy a little something extra. Be sure to purchase the charm at the same time so you can make sure it fits right, hangs right, and looks right with the chain.
Sources
Federal Trade Commission, http://www.ftc.gov
Various shopping sites
