Moissanite 925 Sterling Silver Necklace | 100500333631881

How to Measure

Use these quick steps to pick the perfect length and scale for your Moissanite 925 Sterling Silver Necklace.

1. Choose your chain length
   • Measure an existing favorite: Lay it flat and measure end to end, including the clasp.
   • No necklace yet? Wrap a string where you want it to sit, mark the overlap, then measure the string.
   • Fit guide:
     • 14 in / 35 cm: choker
     • 16 in / 40 cm: base of neck
     • 18 in / 45 cm: collarbone (most popular)
     • 20 in / 50 cm: just below collarbone
     • 22–24 in / 55–60 cm: mid-chest; great for layering
2. Check pendant scale (if applicable)
   • Height (top to bottom of setting/bail) and width (widest point) in millimeters.
   • Visual guide: 5–8 mm = dainty; 8–12 mm = everyday; 12+ mm = statement.
3. Chain thickness compatibility
   • Measure chain thickness in mm (common: 0.8–1.2 mm for delicate looks).
   • If swapping chains, ensure the pendant bail opening is larger than your chain thickness.
4. Extenders & drops
   • If your necklace includes an extender, add that length to your base size (e.g., 16 in + 2 in extender = up to 18 in).
   • Remember: any drop pendant will sit slightly lower than the chain length alone.

Materials & Craft

Moissanite

• Composition: Lab-created silicon carbide; ethically produced and conflict-free.
• Brilliance & fire: Very high sparkle with a refractive index of ~2.65–2.69 and dispersion around ~0.104.
• Durability: 9.25 on the Mohs hardness scale—excellent for everyday wear.
• Appearance: Typically near-colorless and eye-clean; maintains its clarity and won’t cloud with proper care.
• Heat/chemical stability: Stable in normal wear; protect the setting by avoiding harsh chemicals and sudden extreme heat.
• Sizing tip: Stones are sized in millimeters; for example, a round 6.5 mm stone appears similar in face-up size to a 1.0 ct diamond.

925 Sterling Silver

• Standard: 92.5% pure silver alloyed with 7.5% other metals (commonly copper) for strength.
• Marking: Often hallmarked “925” where space allows.
• Finish: Naturally bright white; some pieces are rhodium-finished for added shine and tarnish resistance.
• Skin-friendliness: Generally hypoallergenic for most wearers; opt for rhodium-finished pieces if you’re sensitive to alloys.
• Care note: Sterling silver can lightly tarnish with air/sulfur exposure; it refreshes quickly with a silver-polishing cloth.

Model Fit Guide

Where a necklace sits depends on neck circumference, height, and pendant size. Use this as a quick reference:

• 14 in / 35 cm: true choker, sits high on the neck.
• 16 in / 40 cm: at the base of the neck (classic short length).
• 18 in / 45 cm: at the collarbone on most; a versatile everyday length.
• 20 in / 50 cm: just below the collarbone for a slightly longer, elegant drop.
• 22–24 in / 55–60 cm: mid-chest for layering or statement pendants.

Tip: If your neck measures over 36 cm (14 in), consider one length up for the same visual drop.

Care Guide (to keep it lovely longer)

• Last on, first off: Wear after skincare, perfume, and hairspray; remove before exercise, swimming, and sleep.
• Daily refresh: Wipe with a soft, lint-free cloth after each wear.
• Gentle clean: Soak in lukewarm water with a drop of mild dish soap for 10 minutes. Brush gently (soft toothbrush), rinse, and pat dry.
• Silver shine: Use a treated silver-polishing cloth on metal only; avoid abrasive pastes or toothpaste.
• Avoid chemicals: Keep away from bleach, chlorine, sulfur (hot springs), and harsh cleaners to protect silver and settings.
• Storage: Store in an airtight pouch/box with an anti-tarnish tab; separate from other pieces to prevent scratches.
• Plated finishes: If rhodium-finished, avoid metal polishes—use only non-abrasive cloths.
• Checkups: For daily-wear pieces, have prongs and clasps inspected periodically.

Style Tips

• Everyday minimal: Wear solo at 16–18 in for clean sparkle with tees, blouses, and workwear.
• Layering: Mix lengths (e.g., 16 in + 18 in + 20 in). Keep the moissanite piece as the focal middle layer.
• Necklines: Shorter lengths flatter crew and boatnecks; 18–20 in suits V-necks and button-downs; longer chains elevate knits.
• Mix your metals: Sterling silver pairs beautifully with white gold or platinum; add a yellow gold chain for warm contrast.
• Occasions: Moissanite’s fire shines under evening light—perfect for events, date nights, and bridal parties.
• Match set: Pair with simple silver or moissanite studs for a cohesive, polished look.