{"title":"Christmas Gifts for Him: Jewelry Under the Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking for a \u003cstrong\u003eChristmas gift for him\u003c\/strong\u003e, for your boyfriend, your dad or your brother? Here is the jewelry we would put under the tree ourselves, with the last order dates. The full guide to sizes, budgets and engraving is our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/buyingguides\/christmas-gifts-for-men-jewelry\"\u003eChristmas gift guide for men\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to order for Christmas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnited Kingdom: by Tuesday 8 December before 5 pm, with engraving Monday 7 December.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIreland: by Wednesday 9 December before 5 pm, with engraving Tuesday 8 December.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnited States: by Monday 7 December before 5 pm, with engraving Friday 4 December.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetherlands: by Wednesday 16 December before 5 pm, with engraving Tuesday 15 December.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRest of the EU: by Thursday 10 December before 5 pm, with engraving Wednesday 9 December.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimes are Central European Time. Your gift then arrives by Wednesday 23 December. We ship as a letterbox parcel in a Carpe Ice jewelry box: add a ribbon and it's ready to go under the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLast year's Christmas favorites\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast Christmas, customers most often ordered the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silver-king-link-chain-5mm\"\u003esilver-tone 5 mm king link chain\u003c\/a\u003e, followed by the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-kings-link-chain-5mm\"\u003egold-tone one\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cuban-link-chain-silver-iced-out-6mm-8mm-10mm\"\u003esilver-tone iced out Cuban link chain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/king-link-bracelet-gold-5mm\"\u003egold-tone 5 mm king link bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cuban-link-bracelet-silver-iced-out-6mm-8mm-10mm\"\u003esilver-tone iced out Cuban link bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChristmas gifts by budget\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAround 25 euros:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silver-cuban-bracelet-3mm-7mm\"\u003e3 mm Cuban link bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e in silver-tone or gold-tone, or the engraved \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/dog-tag-pendant-silver-engraving\"\u003edog tag\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003e25 to 50 euros:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silver-cuban-chain-3mm-7mm\"\u003e3 mm Cuban link chain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/box-collection-jewelry\"\u003ebox chain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/king-link-bracelet-collection\"\u003e5 mm king link bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/signet-ring-silver-engraving\"\u003esignet ring\u003c\/a\u003e with his initials. \u003cstrong\u003e50 to 100 euros:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/king-link-chains-collection\"\u003e5 mm king link chain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-byzantine-king-necklace-6mm\"\u003e6 mm Byzantine chain\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/jubilee-bracelets\"\u003ejubilee bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e or the iced out Cuban link bracelet. \u003cstrong\u003eOver 100 euros:\u003c\/strong\u003e the iced out Cuban link chain, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/rope-chain-925-sterling-silver-3mm\"\u003e3 mm rope chain\u003c\/a\u003e in 925 sterling silver, or a set of chain and bracelet in the same link.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eExchanges after Christmas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can exchange or return a piece within 14 days of receiving it, unworn and in its original packaging. Order around 8 December and he still has until about early January to exchange it for another size. Engraved pieces are excluded. If you really don't know his size, give the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/gift-card\"\u003egift card\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeas for every occasion of the year are in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gifts-for-him\"\u003egifts for him\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"zilveren-cuban-armband-3mm-7mm","title":"Cuban Bracelet Silver Stainless Steel (3mm, 5mm \u0026 7mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban Bracelet Silver Stainless Steel (3mm, 5mm \u0026amp; 7mm) That Does Not Turn to the Underside of Your Wrist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat, interlocking links that sit tightly against one another: that's what has made the Cuban link the most worn bracelet style for decades. Because the links lie flat, \u003cstrong\u003ethe bracelet stays on top of your wrist\u003c\/strong\u003e instead of rolling to the underside the way a round link does. The base is stainless steel, polished to a silver tone: there's no layer on it, because the steel itself already has that color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 3mm, 5mm and 7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 18, 20 and 22 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Silver Is the Safest Choice on a Wrist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wrist brushes against sleeves, table edges and a watch strap all day, and that's exactly where a colored finish shows wear first. That's not an issue here, because there's no finish: \u003cstrong\u003ethe silver color is the polished steel itself\u003c\/strong\u003e. Nothing can wear off, so you won't get the lighter patch that wear leaves on gold. Of all the bracelets in the range, this is the one that needs the least attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Width and Which Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3mm is subtle and stays understated even next to a watch. The 5mm is our most popular size and is clearly a Cuban without taking over. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 7mm is a statement\u003c\/strong\u003e and looks best on your free wrist. The bracelet comes in 18, 20 and 22 cm (7.1, 7.9 and 8.7 in): measure your wrist and add about 1.5 cm. With the wider versions you'll want a little more room, because flat links aren't as comfortable worn snug around a wrist as a fine chain is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater, Sweat and Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can keep it on to wash your hands, in the rain and in the shower: there's no layer on it that can wear through. \u003cstrong\u003eDo take it off before the swimming pool\u003c\/strong\u003e, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. The gold tone Cuban bracelet is different: that one has a layer over the steel, so take it off before the shower and sports. Soap residue does collect between the flat links and dulls the shine, so rinse it with clean water now and then. If more dirt works its way in, use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush. You won't need silver polish, because it doesn't tarnish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNext to a Watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone steel is the easiest tone to combine, because it matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch. Wear both on the same wrist, on the hand side, with a few centimeters between them so they don't tap against each other. If you want a set, the Cuban chain in the same width is the natural match.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"3 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":54215795605848,"sku":null,"price":24.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":54215795638616,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":55241071821144,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":53866868212056,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":53866868244824,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":55241071853912,"sku":null,"price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":54215795671384,"sku":null,"price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":54215795704152,"sku":null,"price":32.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":55241071886680,"sku":null,"price":33.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Cuban-Armband-Zilver-RVS-3mm-5mm-7mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1785766093"},{"product_id":"zilveren-cuban-ketting-3mm-7mm","title":"Cuban Chain Silver Stainless Steel (3mm, 5mm \u0026 7mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban Chain Silver Stainless Steel (3mm, 5mm \u0026amp; 7mm) That Stays Flat Against Your Neck\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Cuban link is the best known chain design in the world: flat, interlocking links that sit tightly against one another. Because they lie flat, \u003cstrong\u003ethe chain doesn't roll onto its side\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the broad face of the links keeps pointing forward. In silver tone stainless steel, this is the version that's easiest to combine with what you already wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 3mm, 5mm and 7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55 and 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Silver on Steel Is More Carefree Than Gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the practical advantage the gold tone version doesn't have. That version has a gold layer over the steel, and wherever it wears through, a lighter patch appears. \u003cstrong\u003eNothing sits on top here: the steel itself is silver colored and polished, so there's no layer that can wear off.\u003c\/strong\u003e A scratch exposes the same color as the rest, because the color is the same all the way through. This is the chain you put on and forget about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3mm, 5mm or 7mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3mm is refined and disappears under a collar, which makes it ideal for wearing alongside other pieces. The 5mm is our most popular size, and it's the width where the Cuban link becomes clearly recognizable without demanding attention. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 7mm is a statement\u003c\/strong\u003e with visibly heavier links. If you want to hang a pendant on it, 3mm or 5mm is more practical, because most bails won't fit over the 7mm link. You'll find how this link compares with the other models in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/buyingguides\/best-cuban-chains-complete-guide-for-cuban-chains-and-cuban-links\"\u003eguide to Cuban chains\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a guide, 50 cm (20 in) sits just below your collarbone, 55 cm (22 in) at the top of your breastbone and 60 cm (24 in) in the middle of your chest. At 34%, 55 cm (22 in) is our most chosen length across all chains. With a wider link you usually go one size longer, because a wide link sits higher on your chest. The math behind it is in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/buyingguides\/mens-chain-length-guide\"\u003ewhere each chain length falls\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater, Sweat and Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to take this chain off to wash your hands, walk through the rain or shower: there's no layer on it that can wear through. \u003cstrong\u003eDo take it off before the swimming pool\u003c\/strong\u003e, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. The gold tone Cuban chain is a different story: that one has a layer over the same steel, so it comes off before the shower and sports. After seawater or chlorine, give it a quick rinse under the tap. To freshen it up, use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush: soap collects between flat Cuban links and dulls the shine. You won't need silver polish, because it doesn't tarnish the way real silver does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone steel matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch, which makes this chain easier to wear than gold. If you want a set, the Cuban bracelet in the same width is the obvious addition. If you layer it with a second chain, leave at least 10 cm difference in length so they don't catch on each other.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"3 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":54161080779096,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":54161080811864,"sku":null,"price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":54161080844632,"sku":null,"price":31.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":53867939889496,"sku":null,"price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":53867939922264,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":53869942079832,"sku":null,"price":37.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":54161080680792,"sku":null,"price":42.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":54161080713560,"sku":null,"price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":54161080746328,"sku":null,"price":46.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Cuban-Ketting-Zilver-RVS-3mm-5mm-7mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1785766073"},{"product_id":"zilveren-tennis-armband-3mm-5mm","title":"Tennis Bracelet Silver (3mm \u0026 5mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTennis Bracelet Silver (3mm \u0026amp; 5mm) that matches a steel watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA continuous row of VVS CZ stones in a cool silver tone. Of all the iced out pieces we make, this is the one that slips most easily into the jewelry you already wear: \u003cstrong\u003esilver tone matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch\u003c\/strong\u003e, while gold calls for matching the color of the rest of your jewelry. Available in 3mm or 5mm, with a box clasp that closes flush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase material: copper alloy, nickel free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: silver tone, 5x PVD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: VVS CZ (simulated diamond)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 3mm and 5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 18 and 20 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: box clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Iced Out Bracelet That Goes With Anything\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gold tennis bracelet is a choice that shapes your whole look. This one isn't. Because the silver tone is neutral, it blends in next to a steel watch, a silver ring or a gray suit, which makes it the only one in this line you'd also wear on occasions where a gold tone piece would be too much. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's the iced out bracelet for people who don't wear iced out every day.\u003c\/strong\u003e That goes for the 3mm even more than for the 5mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Loose It Should Sit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tennis bracelet wears differently from a link bracelet: it can sit a little looser, so it turns and the stones keep catching the light from a new angle. Measure your wrist and add about 1.5 cm: below 17 cm (6.7 in) that puts you at 18 cm (7.1 in), and above that at 20 cm (7.9 in). \u003cstrong\u003eJust don't go too loose\u003c\/strong\u003e: the box clasp then turns to the top of your wrist and you end up looking at the clasp instead of the row of stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy the Copper Base and the PVD Layer Go Together\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base is a nickel free copper alloy, because copper can be worked more finely than stainless steel, so the settings close tightly around each stone. Copper is also denser than hollow steel, and you'll feel that on your wrist right away. The flip side is that copper is warm in color, and with a cool silver tone \u003cstrong\u003eany spot where the layer thinned would show as a warm patch\u003c\/strong\u003e. That's why the finish is applied with PVD in five layers, bonded at a molecular level and therefore considerably harder than an ordinary coating. On a wrist that brushes against sleeves and table edges all day, that's the difference you see over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeeping It Sparkling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA copper alloy is more sensitive to moisture than steel, so this is a piece for nights out rather than the gym. Take it off for showering, swimming and working out, and apply hand cream and fragrance before you put it on. \u003cstrong\u003eSoap from washing your hands is the hidden culprit\u003c\/strong\u003e on a bracelet: it rinses in between the settings and dries there into a matte film. Rinse with clean water afterward and pat it dry, or lift the film out with a dry, soft toothbrush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNext to a Watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWearing it on the same wrist as your watch works fine, as long as you leave a few centimeters of space: a steel case is harder than the finish and would otherwise knock it dull. If you want a set, the silver tennis chain in the same width is the natural next step. If you stack a second bracelet, pick one without stones: two set pieces side by side cancel each other out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"3 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":53961671606616,"sku":null,"price":57.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":53961671639384,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":53961671672152,"sku":null,"price":66.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":53961671704920,"sku":null,"price":68.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Ontwerp_zonder_titel_-_2026-07-30T152623.367.jpg?v=1785766024"},{"product_id":"cuban-link-ketting-zilver-iced-out-6mm-8mm-10mm","title":"Cuban Link Chain Silver Iced Out (6mm, 8mm \u0026 10mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban Link Chain Silver ICED OUT (6mm, 8mm \u0026amp; 10mm) With Every Link Set Individually\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere a tennis chain has a single row of stones, this one has every Cuban link set individually. That means light breaks link by link rather than along one continuous line, and \u003cstrong\u003eyou get blocks of sparkle that travel as the chain moves\u003c\/strong\u003e. In silver tone the finish blends seamlessly into the VVS CZ stones, so the whole piece looks like one unbroken surface rather than separate stone and metal. The finish is applied in five layers of PVD. We explain exactly what the term means in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/product-information\/what-does-iced-out-mean\"\u003ewhat iced out means\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase material: copper alloy, nickel free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: silver tone, 5x PVD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: VVS CZ (simulated diamond)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 6mm, 8mm and 10mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55 and 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: box clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a Copper Alloy and Not Stainless Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an iced out Cuban every link has to be set separately, with settings that follow the curve of the link. \u003cstrong\u003eCopper can be worked more finely than stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, so that setting closes tightly around each stone and almost no metal shows between them. Steel can't give you that density, which is why virtually every serious iced out piece is built on a copper base. Copper is also denser than hollow steel, and at 10mm that's the difference between a chain with real weight and one that feels hollow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Layers of PVD Over the Copper Base\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver color is applied with PVD, physical vapor deposition: the material is bonded at molecular level inside a vacuum chamber rather than electroplated on top, and Carpe Ice applies it in five layers. That makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003enoticeably harder and more scratch resistant than an ordinary coating\u003c\/strong\u003e. In silver tone that matters even more: the links move against each other, and if the layer wore through there, the warmer copper undertone would show right away. That's exactly what the PVD layer prevents. The alloy underneath is nickel free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6mm, 8mm or 10mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6mm is the everyday version: iced out, but subtle enough to wear under a collar. The 8mm is our most popular width and the sweet spot where the chain gets noticed without taking over. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 10mm is all statement\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the heaviest links and the broadest field of stones. At 50 cm (20 in) the chain sits high, 55 cm (22 in) lands just below the collarbone and 60 cm (24 in) hangs on the chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe width also changes which length you'll want: \u003cstrong\u003eat 6mm our most chosen length is 50 cm (20 in), at 10mm it's 60 cm (24 in)\u003c\/strong\u003e. A wider link sits higher on your chest instead of following its curve. We work out which combination suits you, width by width, in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/styling-and-fashion\/which-length-iced-out-silver-cuban-link-chain-fits-it-best-on-you\"\u003ewhich length goes with an iced out Cuban\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeeping It Sparkling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA copper alloy is more sensitive to moisture than steel, so it's a piece for going out rather than for the gym. \u003cstrong\u003eTake the chain off before showering, swimming and training\u003c\/strong\u003e, apply fragrance and deodorant before you put it on, and store it dry in the box it came in. There's a layer on the silver tone version too, because here that color is PVD over copper; only the silver tone pieces in bare steel have no layer and can stay on. Dust gathers between the links faster than on a smooth chain; a dry, soft toothbrush lifts it right out. That dust is what dulls the sparkle first, not the stones themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone iced out is easier to combine than gold, because it matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch. If you want a set, the Cuban link bracelet in the same width and finish is the natural addition. If you wear a second chain alongside it, leave at least 10 cm difference in length so they don't catch on each other.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"6 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":58671304081752,"sku":null,"price":146.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":58671304114520,"sku":null,"price":149.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":58671304147288,"sku":null,"price":152.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":54204504637784,"sku":null,"price":176.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":54204504670552,"sku":null,"price":179.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":54204504703320,"sku":null,"price":182.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":54211096215896,"sku":null,"price":192.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":54211096248664,"sku":null,"price":195.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 60 cm","offer_id":54211096281432,"sku":null,"price":198.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Cuban-Ketting-Zilver-ICED-OUT-6mm8mm-10mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1791263029"},{"product_id":"cuban-link-armband-zilver-iced-out-6mm-8mm-10mm","title":"Cuban Link Bracelet Silver Iced Out (6mm, 8mm \u0026 10mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCuban Link Bracelet Silver ICED OUT (6mm, 8mm \u0026amp; 10mm) Where Finish and Stones Run Into Each Other\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Cuban link here is set separately, with settings that follow the curve of the link. That means light breaks link by link rather than along one continuous line, and \u003cstrong\u003ethe sparkle travels in blocks as your wrist moves\u003c\/strong\u003e. In silver tone the finish blends seamlessly into the VVS CZ stones, so the bracelet looks like one unbroken surface. The finish is applied in five layers of PVD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase material: copper alloy, nickel free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinish: silver tone, 5x PVD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStones: VVS CZ (simulated diamond)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 6mm, 8mm and 10mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 18, 20 and 22 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: box clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a Copper Alloy and Not Stainless Steel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an iced out Cuban every link has to be set separately. \u003cstrong\u003eCopper can be worked more finely than stainless steel\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the settings close tightly around each stone and almost no metal shows between them. That's why virtually every serious iced out piece is built on a copper base. Copper is also denser than hollow steel, and on a wrist you notice that right away: the bracelet feels heavy, not hollow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Layers of PVD, and Why That Counts on a Wrist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe silver color is applied with PVD, physical vapor deposition: the material is bonded at molecular level inside a vacuum chamber rather than electroplated on top, and Carpe Ice applies it in five layers. That makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003econsiderably harder and more scratch resistant than an ordinary coating\u003c\/strong\u003e. On a wrist, that matters most: it rubs against sleeves and table edges all day, and in silver tone a worn spot would show right away as a warmer undertone. The alloy underneath is nickel free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Width and Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6mm stays in proportion even next to a watch. The 8mm is our most popular width and gets noticed without dominating your wrist. \u003cstrong\u003eThe 10mm is pure statement\u003c\/strong\u003e, with the heaviest links and the broadest field of stones. The bracelet comes in 18, 20 and 22 cm (7.1, 7.9 and 8.7 in): measure your wrist and add about 1.5 cm. With the wider versions you'll want a little more slack, so the bracelet can turn and the stones keep catching the light from a different angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKeeping It Sparkling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA copper alloy is more sensitive to moisture than steel, so it's a piece for going out rather than for the gym. \u003cstrong\u003eTake the bracelet off before showering, swimming and training\u003c\/strong\u003e, apply fragrance and hand cream before you put it on, and store it dry in the box it came in. There's a layer on it, this silver tone version included, because here that color is PVD over copper; only the silver tone pieces in bare steel have no layer and can stay on. Dust gathers between the links faster than on a smooth bracelet; a dry, soft toothbrush lifts it right out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlone or as a Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone iced out matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch, which makes it easier to combine than gold. Do leave a few centimeters between them, because the watch case is harder than the finish. With the Cuban link chain in the same width, you get a set that clearly belongs together.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"6 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":58671304474968,"sku":null,"price":86.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":58671304507736,"sku":null,"price":86.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"6 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":58671304540504,"sku":null,"price":86.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":54292234600792,"sku":null,"price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":54292234633560,"sku":null,"price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":54292390314328,"sku":null,"price":90.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":56461973553496,"sku":null,"price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":56461973586264,"sku":null,"price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":56461973619032,"sku":null,"price":94.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Cuban-Link-Armband-Zilverkleurig-Iced-Out-6mm-8mm-10mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1791444427"},{"product_id":"gouden-konings-schakel-ketting-5mm","title":"King's Chain Gold Stainless Steel (5mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKing's Chain Gold Stainless Steel (5mm) That Never Hangs Crooked\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king's link is built from small links that interlock layer by layer, creating a dense strand that looks the same from every side. That is the difference with a flat link: \u003cstrong\u003ea king's chain does not twist out of line\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the pattern stays visible however it falls. In gold tone stainless steel you get that classic look for a fraction of the price of solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel with a 5x PVD gold tone finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55, 65 and 75 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Length Suits You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e65 cm (26 in) is the most popular length\u003c\/strong\u003e: it sits on the chest and looks great over a shirt. If you want it closer to the neck, choose 50 or 55 cm (20 or 22 in); those fall around the collarbone and suit a narrower neck. 75 cm (30 in) is a statement length you can also wear over clothing. If you want to work out where a length falls on your own body, use \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/buyingguides\/mens-chain-length-guide\"\u003ethe rule of thumb behind chain length\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKing's Link or Byzantine Link?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are two different weaves, even though the names get used interchangeably. The king's link is tighter and more even in construction, with a calm repeating pattern. The byzantine link is fuller and clearly sculpted, with more depth and shadow between the links. If you want that fuller weave, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-byzantine-king-necklace-6mm\"\u003egold Byzantine chain in 6mm\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want the calmer pattern you can wear every day, you are in the right place. We put all the variants side by side in our overview of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/comparisons\/which-types-king-chains-are-there-complete-guide-how-choose-you-the-right\"\u003ethe types of king's chain\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Layers of PVD, Not Standard Gold Plating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePVD stands for physical vapor deposition. The gold color is bonded to the steel at molecular level inside a vacuum chamber rather than electroplated on top, and that makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003enoticeably harder and more resistant to scratches than a standard plated layer\u003c\/strong\u003e. At Carpe Ice that happens in five layers. It is the same technique watch brands use for gold tone cases, precisely because it has to survive daily wear. Want the color to stay this way as long as possible? Take it off before the pool, the shower and sport, and store it dry. The silver tone version is bare steel with no layer and can stay on; this gold tone one has a PVD layer, so take it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel, 925 Silver or 18K Gold Plated\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStainless steel is the most practical of the three: it costs the least, it is the strongest and it asks almost nothing of you. If you want a precious metal base, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kings-link-chain-925-sterling-silver-2-5mm\"\u003eking's chain in solid 925 sterling silver\u003c\/a\u003e is the next step. That one is finer in width and considerably more expensive, but it can always be polished again. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you want broad and striking for daily wear, steel with 5x PVD is the logical choice\u003c\/strong\u003e; if you want value in the material itself, that is the silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5mm this steel chain is broad enough to wear on its own without getting lost. If you want a set, the king's link bracelet in the same width and finish follows on seamlessly. If you prefer mixing tones, the same link in silver sits well next to a steel watch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"50 cm","offer_id":55066937819480,"sku":null,"price":58.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"55 cm","offer_id":55066937885016,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"65 cm","offer_id":56084890190168,"sku":null,"price":61.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75 cm","offer_id":55810285338968,"sku":null,"price":62.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Konings-Ketting-Goud-RVS-5mm-Carpe-Ice-1.jpg?v=1790915094"},{"product_id":"zilveren-konings-schakel-ketting-5mm","title":"King's Chain Silver Stainless Steel (5mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKing's Chain Silver Stainless Steel (5mm) that catches light from several directions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe king's link is built from small links that interlock layer by layer, creating a dense strand that catches light from several sides at once. That is why this chain already stands out at 5mm \u003cstrong\u003ewithout needing a thicker link\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base is stainless steel, polished to a silver tone: there is no layer on it, because the steel itself already has that color. For that look you pay a fraction of what solid silver costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver-tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55, 65 and 75 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel or Solid 925 Sterling Silver?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biggest difference is not the color but the upkeep. Real silver reacts to air and sweat and darkens over time, which you polish off with a cloth. \u003cstrong\u003eThis chain does not do that: the tone stays as it was on day one.\u003c\/strong\u003e Against that, solid silver is a precious metal, feels heavier and can always be restored. If you want that route, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/kings-link-chain-925-sterling-silver-2-5mm\"\u003eking's chain in 925 sterling silver\u003c\/a\u003e is the counterpart, finer at 2.5mm and considerably more costly. If you want a broad chain you put on and then forget about, steel is the better choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Silver Wears More Carefree Than Gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the gold-tone king's chain a gold layer sits over the steel, and as soon as it wears through somewhere a lighter patch appears. \u003cstrong\u003eThis version has no layer: the silver tone is the polished steel itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e There is nothing that can wear off and the tone runs right through, which is exactly why the wearing advice for these two chains differs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWater, Sweat and Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou do not need to take this chain off to wash your hands, walk through rain or shower: there is no layer that could wear off. \u003cstrong\u003eDo take it off before the pool\u003c\/strong\u003e, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. Take the gold-tone version off before the shower and sport, though. After seawater or chlorine, give it a quick rinse under the tap. \u003cstrong\u003eYou will never need silver polish\u003c\/strong\u003e, simply because no tarnish forms of the kind you get on real silver. To freshen it up, use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush: on a king's link dirt sits deeper in the weave than on a flat chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKing's Link or Byzantine Link?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarpe Ice carries both weaves and they are not the same. What you have here is the king's link: regular, with a calm repetition that looks like one continuous piece even close up. The byzantine link has wider, fuller loops and therefore more shadow and volume. If that suits you better, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/silver-byzantine-king-necklace-6mm\"\u003esilver Byzantine chain in 6mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Length Hangs Where?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 50 cm (20 in) the chain sits high and stays mostly above the collar of a T-shirt. 55 cm (22 in) is our best-selling length and falls just below it, still in proportion on a narrower neck. At 65 cm (26 in) it hangs clearly on the chest, and at 75 cm (30 in) it becomes a statement that is often worn over clothing. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you want to layer with a second, finer chain, leave at least 10 cm difference\u003c\/strong\u003e so they do not catch on each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNext to a Watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver-tone steel is the easiest color to combine, because it matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch. If you wear gold on your wrist instead, the same king's chain in gold is the more logical choice. If you want a set, the king's link bracelet in the same width and finish completes it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"50 cm","offer_id":55066940703064,"sku":null,"price":58.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"55 cm","offer_id":55066940768600,"sku":null,"price":59.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"65 cm","offer_id":56088480416088,"sku":null,"price":61.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"75 cm","offer_id":55930099040600,"sku":null,"price":62.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Konings-Ketting-Zilver-RVS-5mm-Carpe-Ice-1.jpg?v=1790915095"},{"product_id":"konings-schakel-armband-zilver-5mm","title":"King's Link Bracelet Silver Stainless Steel (5mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKing's Link Bracelet Silver Stainless Steel (5mm) You Put On and Then Forget\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dense, woven 5mm link in stainless steel, polished to a silver tone with no coating over it. On a bracelet that combination matters even more than on a chain, because \u003cstrong\u003ea wrist rubs all day\u003c\/strong\u003e against sleeves, tables and a watch strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 18, 20 and 22 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Tight Should It Sit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should be able to slide a finger in comfortably. Any tighter and the link presses into your skin, and the clasp pinches when you bend your wrist. Any looser and it turns to the underside, so you mostly see the clasp. \u003cstrong\u003eFor most wrists, 20 cm (7.9 in) is the middle size\u003c\/strong\u003e, with 18 cm (7.1 in) for a narrower wrist and 22 cm (8.7 in) if you want a deliberately looser fit. If you're in doubt, go a size up: a thick link gets uncomfortable sooner when it's tight than when it's loose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Wear Doesn't Show Here\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bracelet has no coating: the silver color is the polished steel itself. On a wrist that's exactly the advantage, because a wrist rubs against sleeves, tables and a watch strap all day. \u003cstrong\u003eA gold tone bracelet can develop a lighter patch under friction as the layer thins, but this one keeps looking the same;\u003c\/strong\u003e there's nothing to come off. That's the reason to choose silver tone steel if you want something you never have to handle with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSteel or Solid 925 Silver?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference comes down to upkeep and feel. Real silver darkens over time from air and sweat and needs an occasional polishing cloth; this one keeps the same tone. \u003cstrong\u003eSolid silver, on the other hand, feels heavier and holds value in the material itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e If that's the route you want, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/king-link-bracelet-925-sterling-silver-2-5mm\"\u003eking's link bracelet in 925 sterling silver\u003c\/a\u003e is the alternative, finer at 2.5mm and considerably more expensive. For a broad bracelet you can wear every day without worrying, steel is the logical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNext to a Watch\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone steel is the easiest color to pair, because it matches the case and bracelet of almost any steel watch. Wear both on the same wrist, with the bracelet on the hand side and a few centimeters between them so they don't tap against each other. At 5mm the bracelet holds its own next to a watch without competing with it. If you wear gold on your wrist, the same bracelet in gold is the better match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare and Cleaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's no need to take it off to wash your hands, walk in the rain or shower: silver tone steel is bare steel with no coating. Do take it off before the pool, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. Soap residue stays behind in the weave and dulls the shine, so give it a rinse with clean water now and then. If more dirt works its way in, use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush. You won't need silver polish, because no tarnish forms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"5 mm \/ 18 cm","offer_id":54956484985176,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 20 cm","offer_id":54956485017944,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 mm \/ 22 cm","offer_id":54956566937944,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Koningsarmband-Zilverkleurig-RVS-5mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1791444475"},{"product_id":"konings-schakel-armband-goud-5mm","title":"King's Link Bracelet Gold Stainless Steel (5mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKing's Link Bracelet Gold Stainless Steel (5mm) With a Link That Is the Same All Round\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a wrist a king's link comes into its own more than around the neck: you see the woven pattern close up and the light falls on it differently all day. \u003cstrong\u003eThe link is the same all round\u003c\/strong\u003e, so the bracelet does not twist away the way a flat link does. The base is stainless steel with a gold-tone finish applied in five layers of PVD, which gives you that look at a price you will not find in solid gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel with a 5x PVD gold-tone finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 18, 20 and 22 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Size Do You Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure your wrist and add about 1.5 cm. Wrap a strip of paper or a piece of string around your wrist just below the bone, mark where it meets and measure that against a ruler. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you land on 17 cm (6.7 in), 18 cm (7.1 in) is your size; around 18.5 cm (7.3 in), take 20 cm (7.9 in).\u003c\/strong\u003e That slack lets the bracelet move without sliding off your hand. If you are between two sizes, choose the larger: a king's link is thick and sits less comfortably tight than a fine chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Five Layers of PVD Matter on a Bracelet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wrist asks more of a finish than a neck does: it meets desktops, sleeves, steering wheels and seatbelts. That is exactly where it counts how the gold color was applied. With PVD the material is bonded to the steel at molecular level inside a vacuum chamber, and at Carpe Ice that happens in five layers. That makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003econsiderably harder and more scratch-resistant than ordinary gold plating\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is precisely the difference on the spot that rubs most. Indestructible it is not, so with intensive use the color can thin over time. \u003cstrong\u003eWear it on your non-dominant wrist and take it off before the pool, the shower, sport and DIY\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it stays even for longest. \u003cstrong\u003eThe silver-tone king's link bracelet does not need that: it is bare steel with no coating, while this one carries a gold layer that can wear through.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKing's Link or Byzantine Link?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are two different weaves that often get filed under one name. The king's link you see here is compact and regular. The byzantine version builds wider and fuller, with more depth between the links, and we carry it in 6mm. If you want that heavier effect on your wrist, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-byzantine-king-bracelet-6mm\"\u003egold Byzantine bracelet in 6mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAs a Set or on Its Own\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-kings-link-chain-5mm\"\u003eking's chain in the same width and finish\u003c\/a\u003e makes a set that clearly belongs together without becoming overdone. If you would rather wear a watch alongside the bracelet, leave a few centimeters between them: metal against metal scratches and speeds up wear on both sides.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"18 cm","offer_id":54957854851416,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cm","offer_id":54957854884184,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"22 cm","offer_id":54957854916952,"sku":null,"price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Konings-Armband-Goud-RVS-5mm-Carpe-Ice-1.jpg?v=1789617709"},{"product_id":"zilveren-box-ketting-2mm-3mm","title":"Box Chain Silver Stainless Steel (2mm \u0026 3mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBox Chain Silver Stainless Steel (2mm \u0026amp; 3mm) as a Base for a Pendant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box link is made of square blocks that fit tightly into one another. That gives you two things other fine chains lack: it's \u003cstrong\u003estrong for its width\u003c\/strong\u003e and it barely twists, so a pendant keeps facing forward instead of turning away. The base is stainless steel, polished to a silver tone: there's no layer on it, because the steel itself already has that color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidths: 2mm and 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 45, 50 and 55 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy a Box Link Does Not Twist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a round or woven link the chain turns as you move, so within half an hour a pendant hangs crooked or backwards. The square box link has four flat sides, so it doesn't roll. \u003cstrong\u003eThat's why jewelers recommend a box chain as soon as something hangs from it.\u003c\/strong\u003e The closed construction is also stronger than an open link of the same thickness, and at 2mm that's the difference between a chain you wear with confidence and one you keep in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBare Steel on a Fine Chain\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe narrower the chain, the sooner damage shows: there's simply less surface to hide it. That is exactly why this one is polished steel with no layer. \u003cstrong\u003eNothing can wear off, because nothing sits on top\u003c\/strong\u003e: a scratch exposes the same silver tone steel you see on the outside, so wear never leaves a lighter patch. That's the weak spot of a fine gold tone chain, because that version has a gold layer over the same steel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2mm or 3mm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2mm is the classic pendant chain: it doesn't draw attention and lets the pendant do the work. The 3mm is heavier and also works on its own without looking thin. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you wear a larger pendant, choose the 3mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, because a heavy pendant on too fine a chain pulls the line out of shape and strains the clasp. We walk you through which of the three lengths to pair with it in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/comparisons\/which-length-box-chain-fits-it-best-with-you\"\u003ewhich box chain length suits you\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWork Your Length Back From the Pendant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this chain the pendant decides the length, not your neck. A pendant adds its own height to the lowest point of the chain: \u003cstrong\u003ea 4 cm pendant on a 50 cm (20 in) chain ends where a bare 58 cm (23 in) chain would\u003c\/strong\u003e. That's because extra chain length is split over two sides and only counts for half, while a pendant counts in full. More on that in our explanation of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/buyingguides\/mens-chain-length-guide\"\u003ewhy a pendant adds more than extra chain\u003c\/a\u003e. So decide first where you want the piece to sit and count back from there. Without a pendant, 50 cm (20 in) is the length that suits most necks, 45 is the one to pick if you want it high and visible above a collar, and 55 cm (22 in) hangs freely on the chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don't need to take it off to wash your hands, walk through the rain or shower: there's no layer on it that can wear through. \u003cstrong\u003eDo take it off before the swimming pool\u003c\/strong\u003e, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. The gold tone version of this chain does have a layer over the steel, so that one comes off before the pool, the shower and sports; that's the whole difference between the two. Rinse it under the tap after seawater or chlorine. You'll never need silver polish, because it doesn't tarnish the way real silver does. To freshen it up, use lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush: on a box link, dirt settles in the seams between the blocks, and that is what dulls the shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver tone steel matches almost any steel watch and most other jewelry. If you layer it with a second chain, leave at least 10 cm difference in length and pick a clearly wider link type next to it, so the box stays the fine layer instead of competing with the other.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"2 mm \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55009386561880,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":55009386594648,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":55009386627416,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 45 cm","offer_id":55009376829784,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 50 cm","offer_id":55009376764248,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 mm \/ 55 cm","offer_id":55009376797016,"sku":null,"price":29.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Box-Ketting-Zilver-RVS-2mm-3mm-Carpe-Ice.jpg?v=1785764790"},{"product_id":"gouden-byzantijnse-konings-ketting-6mm","title":"Byzantine Chain Gold Stainless Steel (6mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eByzantine Chain Gold Stainless Steel (6mm) With Open Loops and Real Depth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe byzantine link builds up wider and fuller than most weaves: the loops sit loosely enough for shadow to fall between the links. In gold that works harder than in steel tone, because \u003cstrong\u003ea warm color next to deep shadow gives more contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e than a cool one does. The base is stainless steel with a gold-tone finish applied in five layers of PVD.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel with a 5x PVD gold-tone finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 6mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55 and 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eByzantine or King's Link?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo different weaves, even though the names get used interchangeably. The byzantine link builds wide and full and therefore has depth; the king's link is tighter and more even and looks from a distance like one closed strand. In gold that difference matters even more: the byzantine catches light in layers, the king's link as a single continuous line. If you want the calmer pattern, look at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/golden-kings-link-chain-5mm\"\u003egold king's chain in 5mm\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Layers of PVD, Not Standard Gold Plating\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePVD stands for physical vapor deposition. The gold color is bonded to the steel at molecular level inside a vacuum chamber rather than electroplated on top, and Carpe Ice applies it in five layers. That makes the finish \u003cstrong\u003enoticeably harder and more scratch-resistant than a standard plated layer\u003c\/strong\u003e, the same technique watch brands use for gold-tone cases. On this weave that matters more than on any other chain we make: a byzantine link has more protruding loops than any other pattern in the range, and every loop is a high point that rubs along your collar or a belt. It is not solid gold, so take the chain off before the pool, the shower and sport, and store it dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e50, 55 or 60 cm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn this weave, length is about how much of the pattern you actually see. \u003cstrong\u003eAt 50 cm (20 in) the chain sits high and most of it disappears behind a collar\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you notice the thickness but not the construction. At 55 cm (22 in) it falls just below the collarbone, and at 60 cm (24 in) it hangs free on the chest where the loops catch light over their full length. If you want the weave to do the work, choose 60.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Wears\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 6mm with this volume the chain claims attention, so wear it on its own or at most beside something clearly finer. The weave is supple and follows the neck instead of standing stiff. \u003cstrong\u003eWe would not recommend a pendant here\u003c\/strong\u003e: the loops are too thick for most bails, and the chain is emphatic enough by itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the chain off before the pool, the shower and the gym, and put it on once fragrance or aftershave has dried. The silver-tone version is bare steel with no layer and can stay on; this gold-tone one has a PVD layer, so take it off. On this weave dirt sits deeper between the loops than on almost any other link, and that is exactly what takes the depth out of the pattern; lukewarm water, mild soap and a soft toothbrush will lift it out. Dry it thoroughly afterwards with a soft cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep your other jewelry in the same gold tone, because gold beside silver looks accidental rather than deliberate. If you want a set, the byzantine bracelet in the same width and finish is the obvious addition. If you wear a watch, match the color of the case to it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carpe Ice","offers":[{"title":"50 cm","offer_id":55500690260312,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"55 cm","offer_id":55500690293080,"sku":null,"price":65.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 cm","offer_id":55500690325848,"sku":null,"price":66.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/3904\/3160\/files\/Gouden-Byzantijnse-Konings-Ketting-RVS-6mm-Carpe-Ice-1.jpg?v=1788920975"},{"product_id":"rope-ketting-925-sterling-zilver-3mm","title":"Rope Chain 925 Sterling Silver (3mm)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRope Chain 925 Sterling Silver (3mm), the Everyday Width in Precious Metal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe middle size in our silver rope line, and the right one for most people: wide enough to wear on its own, narrow enough to disappear under a collar. The core is solid 925 sterling silver. \u003cstrong\u003eWith silver, you're paying for the metal itself\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a twisted rope link is dense and heavy for its size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: solid 925 sterling silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWidth: 3mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLengths: 50, 55 and 60 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClasp: lobster clasp\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy This Costs More Than a Steel Rope\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell the same shape in stainless steel for a fraction of the price, so it's a fair question. The difference is in what you're holding. Steel is harder and has a finish that won't tarnish, but it has no material value and can't be repaired. Silver is a precious metal: it has weight, it holds value in the metal itself, and \u003cstrong\u003ea jeweler can always work with it\u003c\/strong\u003e, whether that's shortening or soldering. \u003cstrong\u003eIt's a choice between practical and lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e, not between good and better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarnishing, and Why It Isn't a Flaw\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver reacts to air and sweat and darkens over time. That's simply part of the metal, and a silver cloth lifts it right off. A rope needs a little more attention than a flat chain, because the spiral has grooves a cloth doesn't reach on its own. \u003cstrong\u003eWear it often and it tarnishes more slowly\u003c\/strong\u003e: regular contact with your skin keeps the surface from dulling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e50, 55 or 60 cm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a rope, length works differently than on a smooth chain, because the whole effect comes from the repeating twist. \u003cstrong\u003eThe more chain hangs free, the more of that spiral you can follow.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50 cm (20 in) it falls around the collarbone and stays inside a shirt collar, 55 cm (22 in) is our most popular length, and at 60 cm (24 in) the twist shows along its full length over a T-shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow It Wears\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 3mm the chain gets noticed without becoming a statement, and the twisted links catch light from more angles than a smooth chain of the same width. Keep in mind that a rope turns as you move: that's no problem when you wear it alone, but a pendant will end up hanging sideways during the day. For a pendant, a box or franco chain is the better pick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean it with lukewarm water and a drop of mild soap, then dry it thoroughly. Take it off before the pool, because chlorine attacks silver. Skip abrasives and ultrasonic baths. Soap collects in the grooves of the spiral, so rinse well after cleaning and pat it dry. 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The base is stainless steel, polished to a silver tone: no layer over it, just the steel itself. \u003cstrong\u003eFor engraving, silver is the more practical color of the two\u003c\/strong\u003e, and there is a concrete reason for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial: stainless steel, polished silver-tone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSizes: 6 to 10 (US sizes)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlat top face, suitable for engraving including photos\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivered in a Carpe Ice jewelry box\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Silver Engraves Better Than Gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraving removes material. On the gold-tone version you cut through the gold layer down to the steel, so the engraving takes on a different color from the surface around it: a clear contrast that can look good, but that becomes busy on fine detail. \u003cstrong\u003eThis ring has no layer at all: it is silver-tone steel right through, so the engraving is the same color as the rest\u003c\/strong\u003e, and lines stay more legible. That makes this version better suited to a photo engraving or a longer text, where the gold alternative works better for a single large initial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Photo on a Ring\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA photo engraving is made up of a great many small lines and dots that together form an image. That calls for a smooth, even face and a calm background color, which is exactly what this ring offers. Bear in mind that high-contrast photos come out better than dark ones: \u003cstrong\u003ea face against a light background engraves more sharply\u003c\/strong\u003e than a photo in which everything is roughly equally dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eChoosing Your Size\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ring comes in sizes 6 to 10. These are \u003cstrong\u003eUS sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e and half sizes do not exist. Choose the smallest size that still slides comfortably over your knuckle, even if you are between two sizes. The larger size when in doubt applies only to the wide bands in the size chart: the cuban ring, the Ice Blox and the box ring. You can find which diameter matches which size in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/size-chart-rings\"\u003ering size chart\u003c\/a\u003e. Measure at the end of the day, because fingers are slightly thicker then than in the morning. A signet ring has a heavier head than a plain band, so it must not sit too loose: if it turns, the engraving ends up on the side of your finger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoap and hand cream collect in the engraved lines, and on a photo engraving in particular that makes the image fade. A dry, soft toothbrush makes it crisp again. Otherwise lukewarm water and mild soap are enough. Because there is no layer on it, you can keep it on for washing your hands and in the shower; take it off before the swimming pool, because chlorine is harsher than shower water. \u003cstrong\u003eThe gold-tone signet ring does have a layer over the steel, so take that one off.\u003c\/strong\u003e You will not need silver polish here: steel is not silver and no tarnish forms. 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That makes the bracelet 10mm wide and \u003cstrong\u003ecompletely flexible\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it folds around the wrist instead of sitting on it like a stiff band. It is why this link type has long been used on watch bracelets. 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On a jubilee the flexibility adds to it: the links move against each other constantly. It is not solid gold, so take the bracelet off before the pool, the shower, sport and DIY, and store it dry. \u003cstrong\u003eThe silver-tone jubilee does not need that: it is bare steel with no coating, while this one carries a gold layer that can wear through.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e18, 20 or 22 cm\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure your wrist and add about 1.5 cm: that comes to 18 cm (7.1 in) for a narrower wrist, 20 cm (7.9 in) for most and 22 cm (8.7 in) if you want it looser. 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