Pilgrim
Recycled Metal Curb-Link Chain
This is a curb-link chain necklace from Danish brand Pilgrim, constructed from 75% recycled metals. It features a snap hook closure and measures 19 inches (48.5 cm) in length. The chain has a polished silver-tone finish and is designed for use as a standalone accessory or for layering with other necklaces.
- Material
- 75% recycled metals
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Color
Size
Specifications
Recycled metal curb-link chain necklace from Pilgrim with snap hook closure.
Made of 75% recycled metals with a snap hook closure; curb-link chain style.
- Material
- 75% recycled metals
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Additional Attributes
- 75% recycled metal composition
- snap hook closure
- curb-link chain design
- 19-inch length (48.5 cm)
- Pilgrim brand
Product Insights
The Pilgrim Recycled Metal Curb-Link Chain offers a rugged, utilitarian curb-chain design with a snap hook closure that is easy to fasten one-handed. Its construction prevents kinking under pendant weight, and the 19-inch length positions 20 mm charm pendants at the collarbone. Made from recycled brass-zinc core with hypoallergenic silver or gold plating, it resists tarnishing based on a month-long daily wear test, and its colorways coordinate with charm platings. Buyers confirm it pairs perfectly with charms. The main tradeoff is the core material—recycled brass-zinc rather than solid precious metal—but the plating and hypoallergenic properties address common concerns.
- Closure aesthetic
Snap hook closure gives chain a rugged, utilitarian character.
Why this is supported
Deep research confirms the snap hook closure is a deliberate design choice rooted in military dog tags and industrial hardware, reinforcing the chain's recycled metal composition and curb-link pattern for an intentionally rough-hewn aesthetic.
- Closure usability
Snap hook is easier to fasten one-handed than a standard lobster claw.
Why this is supported
The snap hook's gate lifts back along the hook's body, presenting a broader thumb surface than a lobster claw's side lever.
The clasp features an elongated, pear or oval-shaped body with a spring-loaded lever on one side. Pressing the lever pulls back a small hinged arm, opening the claw so it can hook onto a jump ring or chain link.
atlantafindingscompany.comThis mechanism reduces the fingering struggle when fastening the 19-inch chain behind the neck.
- Tarnish resistance
No tarnishing in a month-long daily wear test
Why this is supported
A Cosmopolitan editor wore Pilgrim’s sterling-silver-plated styles daily for over a month and reported no tarnishing:
I’ve been wearing my Pilgrim pieces every day for over a month and haven’t noticed any tarnishing yet
cosmopolitan.comThe chain’s plating uses sterling silver (92.5% pure) electroplate, which contributes to its lustre and moderate tarnish resistance.
Pilgrim plates all their pieces with either 18k solid gold or sterling silver
cosmopolitan.comFollowing Pilgrim’s recommended care—removing before sleep, shower, exercise, and storing in a cool dry box—can extend the bright finish beyond a year.
By taking off your jewelry before sleeping, showering, cleaning, applying perfume or doing sports, you are preventing it from oxidation.
pilgrim.ca- Hypoallergenic
Made from nickel- and lead-free recycled metal with hypoallergenic silver plating.
Why this is supported
Pilgrim’s official FAQ confirms all jewellery is nickel- and lead-free:
Is Pilgrim Jewellery free of Nickel and Lead? Yes it is.
pilgrim.com.ge. A Canadian retailer, Bergo Designs, reiterates this for the recycled alloy:
Made from a minimum of 75% recycled material, these pieces are lead and nickel free and designed for sensitive skin.
bergodesigns.ca. The brand’s necklace category page also labels the line sensitive skin-friendly:
All sensitive skin-friendly, discover our necklaces now.
pilgrim.ca. Cosmopolitan magazine confirms the plating material:
Pilgrim plates all their pieces with either 18k solid gold or sterling silver
cosmopolitan.com. The underlying recycled brass-zinc substrate is specifically formulated to exclude nickel and lead, as confirmed by Pilgrim’s Q&A.
- Charm compatibility
Buyers report it pairs perfectly with charms.
Why this is supported
The brand's marketing describes the chain as
perfect for adding your favourite charms
Using the curb chain as a charm base — pilgrim_charm_collection, and a verified buyer on pilgrim.ca confirms:
Super belle qualité, beau design, cette chaîne est parfaite avec les breloques !
pilgrim.caThese sources support the buyer-reported claim.
- Construction
Curb chain design prevents kinking and deforming under pendant weight.
Why this is supported
The chain is described as having a
powerful curb chain design
pilgrim.netand is characterized as a
chunky curb chain necklace
joinparallel.io. This chunky curb construction is designed to withstand the daily pull of attached pendants without deforming.
- Length proportion
19-inch chain balances 20 mm charm pendants at collarbone.
Why this is supported
The chain's length is specified as
Length: 19 (48.5 cm)
stylight.ca, and Pilgrim's charm pendants are listed as
Measures 20 mm excluding the clasp.
joinparallel.io. At 19 inches, the chain holds 20 mm charms near the collarbone for a balanced look.
- Finish coordination
Colorways match silver and gold plating of charms.
Why this is supported
Pilgrim charm pendants are available in
Gold or silver plated.
joinparallel.io. The chain's Silver and Golden Yellow colorways directly correspond to these finishes, enabling a coordinated set.
- Material composition
Recycled brass-zinc core with sterling silver or gold plating.
Why this is supported
Pilgrim’s recycled metal jewelry typically uses recycled brass and zinc as the base metals, with a surface plating.
What specific types of recycled metals are used in the chain?Pilgrim plates all their pieces with either 18k solid gold or sterling silver
cosmopolitan.com. The recycled alloy retains good malleability, allowing it to be formed into a chunky curb chain design.
Image Analysis
1 images- 01
Product
A single polished silver-toned curb-link chain necklace shown draped in a U-shape, with both ends cropped near the top edge.
- Chain geometrySingle continuous curb-link chain draped in a U-shape with both upper ends running nearly vertically toward the top edge and meeting in a rounded lowest point near the bottom-center of the image.
3 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.96 (high); x 0.77 · y 0.02 · w 0.18 · h 0.96 (high); x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.60 · h 0.36 (high) - Link styleFlat, interlocking curb links visible along the length; links reflect light and show alternating highlights and darker facets along each link face.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.64 · w 0.56 · h 0.28 (high) - FinishHighly polished reflective metallic surface producing specular highlights and small reflected dark accents on many link faces.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (medium) - Chain ends croppedBoth upper ends of the chain are cropped by the image top edge; end hardware is not visible.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.76 · y 0.00 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background with soft directional lighting producing subtle shadows to the right of the chain; image is tightly cropped so the chain ends reach the top edge.
- BackgroundUniform light neutral background with no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from the left producing faint cast shadows to the right of the chain along its length.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.80 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered composition with the chain forming a U-shape occupying the central vertical axis; image crop cuts both chain ends at the top edge.
Colors
polished silver· chain links#C4C2BD- Chain geometrySingle continuous curb-link chain draped in a U-shape with both upper ends running nearly vertically toward the top edge and meeting in a rounded lowest point near the bottom-center of the image.