2.5 mm Cable Chain

$151.82

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Item KJ-9A54637C79 · In Stock · 13 options

Selected: Sterling Silver · 7 in

The 2.5 mm Cable Chain is a cable chain in 5 metals, including Sterling Silver, 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, and 14K White Gold. Choose from 13 options by metal and length, priced $151.82 to $1,439.52. Free insured shipping inside the United States.

Metal: Sterling Silver

Length

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The 2.5 mm Cable Chain at a glance

Offered in 5 metals, including Sterling Silver, 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, and 14K White Gold, the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) is a cable chain designed for everyday wear. In detail, the width is 2.5 mm, the finish is polished, and construction is solid.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), cable chain uses uniform oval links, the most versatile everyday link style.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), a polished finish gives a mirror shine. Fine scratches show over time, and a jeweler can polish them out.

At $151.82 to start, the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) is priced below 89% of the 212 chains in the shop. Similar designs include the 1 mm Diamond-Cut Cable Chain and the 1 mm Cable Chain.

Specifications

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), every measurement below is taken from the production specification for this style. Millimeter and carat figures are approximate, and handmade and cast pieces vary slightly from one to the next.

Metals: Sterling Silver, 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, 14K White Gold, 14K Rose Gold, 14K Yellow Gold
Finish: Polished
Plating: Rhodium-Plated
Width: 2.5 mm
Construction: Solid
Link style: Cable
Length: 7 in, 16 in, 18 in, or 20 in
Chain function: Static
Clasp: Lobster Clasp
Options: 13
Price: $151.82 to $1,439.52

Options and pricing

The 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) comes in 13 combinations across metal and length, and prices run $151.82 to $1,439.52. Price follows material: karat gold and platinum cost more than silver, and each step up in width or carat weight adds metal or stone.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), by length: 7 in from $151.82; 16 in from $180.35; 18 in from $187.38; 20 in from $193.05.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), the price on the page updates as you choose options. At checkout, the price and availability of the exact option are confirmed against live inventory before your card is authorized.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), sterling Silver: 4 options, $151.82–$193.05
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K Yellow Gold-Filled: 4 options, $176.87–$250.55
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K White Gold: 2 options, $791.64–$1,417.97
14K Rose Gold: $812.70
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K Yellow Gold: 2 options, $820.01–$1,439.52

Choosing between the options

Start with the metal, because it sets both the look and most of the price. Here is what each of the 5 metals offered for the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) is best at.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), the least expensive way into this design is the Cable Chain — Sterling Silver at $151.82. At the top of the range, the Cable Chain — 14K Yellow Gold is $1,439.52. Both ship with the same free insured ground delivery, returns policy, and one-year warranty.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), sterling Silver, from $151.82: the most affordable precious metal, with a bright white shine.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, from $176.87: a thick layer of gold bonded over a base metal, the look of solid gold for far less.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K White Gold, from $791.64: the everyday white gold, durable and bright under rhodium.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K Rose Gold, from $812.70: the everyday rose gold, with a soft pink tone that will not wear off.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 14K Yellow Gold, from $820.01: the everyday balance of warm color, durability, and price.

About the metals

5 of the 13 options of the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) are 14K gold, starting at $791.64. 14K gold is 58.5% pure gold. It is the most popular karat for fine jewelry in the United States because it balances rich color with the hardness daily wear asks for.

In yellow gold, the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) starts at $820.01. Yellow gold is the classic warm tone. It never needs plating and it flatters warm and olive skin tones in particular.

In white gold, the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) starts at $791.64. White gold is gold alloyed with white metals and finished with a bright rhodium plating. The plating slowly wears with time; a jeweler can re-plate it in about an hour, typically every one to three years with daily wear.

In rose gold, the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) starts at $812.70. Rose gold takes its pink tone from copper in the alloy. The color is part of the metal itself, so it does not wear off.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), in Sterling Silver, it starts at $151.82 across 4 options. Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver. It has a bright, cool shine and will tarnish with air and skin contact over time; a polishing cloth brings it back.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), in 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, it starts at $176.87 across 4 options. Gold-filled metal bonds a thick layer of karat gold to a brass core, far more gold than ordinary plating. It resists wear well and is a practical choice for everyday chains.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), sensitive skin: of the metals offered for this style, 14K Yellow Gold is the usual choice for people who react to jewelry. Some white gold alloys contain nickel, sterling silver contains a small amount of copper, and plated and gold-over-silver options have a base metal under the finish. If you know you react to a specific metal, contact us before you order and we will check the alloy for the option you want.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), compare metals in 14K vs 18K gold, yellow vs white vs rose gold and platinum vs gold.

Fit and wear

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), length guide for this style: 7 in: a typical bracelet or anklet length; 16 in: sits at the base of the neck; 18 in: falls at the collarbone, the most common pendant length; 20 in: drops just below the collarbone and suits most pendants. See the chain length guide for how length and width work together.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), it closes with a lobster clasp. A lobster clasp is the more secure of the common clasps and the easiest to work one-handed.

Wearing and pairing

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), wear it alone at the collarbone, or layer it with a shorter chain for contrast. Compare link styles in gold chain styles.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), more in the same style: Yellow Gold Chains, White Gold Chains.

Who will love it

The 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) suits a daily chain for a favorite pendant, a gift for him or her, or the base of a layered look. Solid precious metal holds its color and can be polished, repaired, and passed down.

Similar pieces at a glance

Weighing the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) at $151.82 against similar pieces? The 4 styles below are the closest matches to it in the shop by design and price, each with its starting price and the difference from the 2.5 mm Cable Chain.

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 1.1 mm Adjustable Threader Cable Chain, from $159.52: $7.70 more to start.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 1.3 mm Flat Cable Chain, from $141.49: $10.33 less to start.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 2.3 mm Dapped Cable Chain — 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, from $166.47: $14.65 more to start.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), 1.7 mm Satellite Bar Cable Chain, from $175.05: $23.23 more to start.

Care and cleaning

Care for this 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain) in Sterling Silver, 14K Yellow Gold-Filled, 14K White Gold, 14K Rose Gold, or 14K Yellow Gold: sterling silver tarnishes with air and skin contact, so store it in a closed pouch and polish it with a silver cloth; plated and gold-over-silver finishes last longest when you keep them away from chlorine, perfume, and abrasive cleaners; karat gold cleans with warm water, a drop of mild dish soap, and a soft brush; white gold's rhodium plating can be refreshed by a jeweler when the warmer base color starts to show.

Before you order

A short checklist for the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain).

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), compare the length with a chain you already own, or measure with a piece of string.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), plated, vermeil, and gold-filled finishes wear gradually; they are not solid gold.

Terms used on this page

Jewelry terms that show up on the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain).

For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), karat (K): the share of pure gold out of 24 parts: 10K is 41.7%, 14K is 58.5%, 18K is 75%.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), sterling silver: 92.5% pure silver alloyed for strength, often stamped 925.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), rhodium plating: a thin layer of a bright white platinum-group metal applied over white gold and silver.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), gold-filled: a thick layer of karat gold bonded to a base metal, far thicker than ordinary plating.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), lobster clasp: a spring-loaded clasp shaped like a claw, secure and easy to open.
For the 2.5 mm Cable Chain (2-5-mm-cable-chain), cable chain: uniform oval links, the most common chain for pendants.

Shipping, returns, and warranty

Insured ground shipping is free on every U.S. order. Faster options are priced at checkout and get cheaper as the order total rises. In-stock options typically leave within one to five business days after the order is accepted. Shipping policy.

Eligible unworn pieces can be returned within 7 days of delivery. Unless the return is for our error or a verified defect, you pay insured return shipping. Returns policy.

Your card is authorized at checkout and charged only when we accept the order. Manufacturing defects are covered for one year. Limited warranty.

Questions about this piece

What lengths are available?

7 in, 16 in, 18 in, or 20 in. 7 in: a typical bracelet or anklet length. 16 in: sits at the base of the neck. 18 in: falls at the collarbone, the most common pendant length.

Is sterling silver real silver?

Yes. Sterling silver is 92.5% pure silver, alloyed with a small amount of other metal for strength.

Will sterling silver tarnish?

Yes, slowly, with air and skin contact. Store it in a closed pouch and polish it with a silver cloth. Rhodium-plated silver resists tarnish until the plating wears.

Is the gold color permanent?

Plated, vermeil, and gold-filled finishes are layers over another metal. Gold-filled layers are thick and last for years; plating is thinner and wears gradually with friction, lotion, and chlorine.

Will white gold turn yellow?

The rhodium plating on white gold wears slowly with daily use and can reveal a warmer tone underneath. A jeweler can re-plate it quickly, usually every one to three years.

Can I wear it in the shower or pool?

Take it off to swim, bathe, or use a hot tub: chlorine is hard on the gold-filled layer, chlorine and salt water speed tarnish on sterling silver, and chlorine in pools and hot tubs can weaken karat gold alloys over time. If it gets wet, rinse in clean water and pat dry.

Will a pendant fit on it?

It will if the pendant's bail, the loop the chain passes through, is wider than the chain (2.5 mm on this style) and the clasp end can pass through it. An enhancer bail, which opens and clips on, gets around a tight fit.

How fast will it arrive?

In-stock options typically leave within one to five business days after payment is captured. Insured ground shipping is free; next-day and Saturday upgrades are offered at checkout.

Can I return it?

Yes. Unworn pieces in original condition can be returned within 7 days of delivery for a refund to the original payment method.

Is it a good gift?

The 2.5 mm Cable Chain makes an easy gift. Every order ships insured, and our 7-day window covers eligible unworn pieces.