Simons
Gold Paperclip-Link Chain
This is a gold paperclip-link chain necklace crafted from gold-plated stainless steel. It measures 19 inches (48 cm) in length and features a paperclip-style link pattern with an oversized clasp. It can be worn as a standalone necklace or used to attach a pendant.
- Color
- Gold
- Material
- Gold-plated stainless steel
- Style
- minimal, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Specifications
Gold-plated stainless steel paperclip-link chain necklace with oversized clasp.
Oversized clasp for secure closure, gold-plated finish.
- Color
- Gold · yellow
- Material
- Gold-plated stainless steel
- Style
- minimal, classic
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Jewelry > Necklaces
Additional Attributes
- gold-plated stainless steel
- oversized clasp
- paperclip-link chain design
- 19-inch length
- 48 cm length
Product Insights
This gold-plated stainless steel chain resists dents, scratches, and tarnish, with a plating that lasts 1–5 years—ten times longer than gold-plated brass—while the stainless steel core prevents skin irritation and green staining. Its oversized clasp enables one-handed fastening and is an upgrade over standard clasps on similarly priced competitors, but the fixed 19-inch length sacrifices adjustability for that bolder clasp, trading versatility for durability and value at $25 CAD.
Verified claims
- Durability
- Hard stainless steel base resists dents, scratches, and tarnish, unlike softer brass bases, helping the gold layer survive everyday wear.
- Lifespan
- Gold plating typically lasts 1–5 years with regular wear, compared with 3–6 months for gold-plated brass.
- Care
- Letting perfume, lotion, and sunscreen dry for about 30 seconds before wearing, then wiping the chain with a dry cloth after each wear and storing it in a soft pouch, slows plating loss and helps double the finish's usable life.
- Skin reaction
- The stainless steel base prevents the copper oxidation that turns skin green, avoiding the green-mark irritation associated with brass-based plating; trace nickel in the steel may still bother someone with a known metal allergy, so a short wear test is prudent.
- Clasp
- The oversized clasp is easier to grip than a standard lobster claw and provides a stronger, more secure closure, though fully one-handed fastening behind the neck can still be tricky without a mirror.
- Value
- At $25 CAD, the oversized clasp improves handling over the standard lobster clasp on the similarly priced Carpe Diem Designs paperclip necklace.
- Price comparison
- Priced $25 CAD, it is $2–$24 less than top comparable chains.
- Length
- Fixed 19-inch length; adjustable 16–18 in alternatives suit more necklines.
- Layering
- Flat links and 19-inch length create a tangle-free base for layered stacks.
- Versatility
- Modern link design transitions from day to night with accessory swaps.
- Maintenance
- Wipe after each wear, store in a pouch, and remove before water activities.
- Material
- Gold-plated stainless steel resists dents, tarnish, and skin stains; plating lasts 1-5 years.
- Water & sweat resilience
- Water, sweat, and chemicals speed plating wear; remove the necklace before showering, swimming, or heavy exercise. The steel base itself won't rust or discolor skin.
- Design
- Paperclip links symbolize connection and offer a cleaner alternative to traditional link styles.
- Adjustability
- Fixed 19-inch length omits the 16–18-inch extender adjustments found on some comparable paperclip chains, but the $25 CAD price undercuts those rivals.
- Pendant compatibility
- The open, elongated paperclip links allow a charm or pendant to be clipped directly onto an individual link without a bail or jump ring, so the chain works as a customizable base.
- Clasp proportion
- The oversized clasp is proportional to the paperclip links, so it reads as a deliberate design choice rather than an awkward add-on.
Product record
- Title
- Gold Paperclip-Link Chain
- Brand
- Simons
- Price
- 25 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 8 sourcesUses
A paperclip-link necklace with a pearl and coral charm
A single gold chain with elongated oval paperclip-style links that rests along the front of the neck and upper chest. It is finished with a small pendant cluster of two irregular white pearls and a red coral-shaped charm, so it can be worn alone as a statement necklace.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Gold Paperclip-Link Chain: Choose this if you want a gold-plated stainless steel paperclip-link necklace with a polished finish, sized one-size-fits-all at 19 inches (48 cm). Its oversized clasp makes it easy to put on and take off, and elongated rectangular links give it a clean, uniform look. Note that the gold color comes from plating over stainless steel rather than solid gold.[2,3] | Golden Paperclip Chain: Choose this if you want a bright, golden everyday necklace in a paperclip-link style, made of gold-plated stainless steel with a snap hook (lobster-style) closure. It comes in one size with a 16.5-inch (42 cm) length, so it suits shoppers looking for a shorter chain fit. Note that the listed color is given only as Assorted, which is not further explained on the product page.[4,5] | Gold Serpent Chain: Choose this if you want a one-size necklace in gold-plated stainless steel with a flat, flexible serpent-style chain — one image analysis describes a herringbone-like texture of closely set chevron segments and a thin, ribbon-like profile with a highly reflective finish. It measures 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) and includes an adjustable extender chain and clasp for a more customized fit. Note that the gold tone comes from plating over stainless steel rather than solid gold.[6,7,8] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A single gold-colored paperclip-link necklace laid flat in an oval with a spring-ring clasp at the top; links are elongated rectangular loops with rounded corners and a polished metallic finish.
- Overall layoutNecklace arranged in an upright oval shape occupying most of the image area, with the clasp positioned at the top center.
- Link shapeIndividual links are elongated rectangular loops with gently rounded corners and consistent uniform size along the chain.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.24 (high) - Link constructionLinks appear as smooth solid metal tubing or wire forming closed loops; each link joins the next at the narrow ends.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.74 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.12 · w 0.28 · h 0.74 (high) - Clasp typeCircular spring-ring style clasp with a small attached jump ring and a short connector segment linking into the chain.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.03 · w 0.11 · h 0.09 (high) - Surface finishHigh-gloss polished metallic finish producing specular highlights on links and clasp.
Other
Top-down studio shot on a clean white background with soft directional lighting that casts faint shadows to the lower-right of the chain; image is centered and fully in focus.
- BackgroundPlain neutral white background without visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowsSoft directional light from upper-left producing subtle drop shadows to the lower-right of the chain and a small shadow under the clasp.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.20 · w 0.40 · h 0.70 (medium) - Shot compositionCentered composition with the necklace fully visible and small margins of background around the oval; no cropping of the chain except minimal space at top edge.
- Image qualitySharp focus on the chain and clasp with fine detail of link edges visible; even exposure.
Colors
warm yellow gold· chain linkswarm yellow gold· clasp and jump ring- 02
Product
Close-up of a gold-toned paperclip-link chain showing elongated rectangular links, a round hinged ring clasp with a small latch, and a small spherical end bead; polished metallic finish with soft highlights and shadows.
- Link shapeElongated rectangular paperclip-style links with rounded corners forming the chain; links are uniform in profile and lie flat on the surface.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.40 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.03 · w 0.55 · h 0.23 (medium) - Clasp type and detailsRound hinged ring clasp with a visible hinged gap and a small rotating latch bar held by two decorative coil rings; clasp has a thick, tubular profile.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.30 (high) - End beadSmall polished spherical end bead attached to the chain tip, separated from the clasp in the image.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.82 · w 0.10 · h 0.10 (high) - FinishHigh-gloss polished metallic surface with bright specular highlights and soft diffuse reflections.
- Chain orientationChain is arranged in a loose curved layout with segments entering from the top left and bottom left, leading toward the clasp at lower right of center.
Other
Studio product shot on a smooth white background with soft lighting and subtle shadows; shallow depth of field produces slight blur on distant chain segments.
- Background and lightingEven white background with soft directional lighting from the upper left producing gentle shadows under the chain and clasp.
- Depth of fieldShallow depth of field; foreground clasp and nearby links are sharp while chain segments farther from the focal plane are slightly blurred.
- ShadowSoft drop shadows cast by the chain and clasp onto the background, visible to the lower-right of the metal elements.
- Image cropProduct is partially cropped at the top and bottom edges where the chain continues out of frame.
Colors
polished gold· chain and clasp- Link shapeElongated rectangular paperclip-style links with rounded corners forming the chain; links are uniform in profile and lie flat on the surface.
- 03
Product
Gold paperclip-link necklace with elongated oval links and a small pendant cluster of two irregular white pearls and a red coral-shaped charm; matching gold hoop earring with similar dangling charms is also visible on the model.
- Chain link shapeElongated oval paperclip-style links forming a single gold chain that rests along the front of the neck and upper chest.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Chain finishPolished warm gold metal finish with subtle reflections along link edges.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (medium) - Pendant clusterSmall pendant attached near center chest composed of two irregular white/cream pearls and a small red coral-shaped charm hanging together from a short connector.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.72 · w 0.07 · h 0.10 (high) - Matching earringGold hoop earring on the visible ear with a short drop of small dangling charms including a red coral-shaped piece and small gold elements.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.30 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Pendant connector detailSmall gold connector / jump ring cluster linking the pendant pieces to the chain; appears slightly thicker than the chain links.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.68 · w 0.05 · h 0.06 (medium)
Other
Lifestyle shot showing a model from the shoulders up against a textured orange wall; warm, soft directional lighting with slight shadowing and natural skin highlights.
- Model pose and cropPortrait crop showing model head, shoulders, and upper chest angled slightly left with face turned toward the camera.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.96 (high) - BackgroundTextured orange wall filling the full background behind the model.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.42 · h 1.00 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.00 · w 0.58 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsWarm, soft directional lighting from the left producing gentle highlights on cheekbones and collarbone and soft shadows on the right side of the face.
- Hair and stylingModel has medium-length loose wavy hair partially covering left side of face and falling over shoulder on the right.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.46 · h 0.60 (high) - Clothing visibleTop with a pale lilac or light blue strap visible at lower left chest area.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.82 · w 0.32 · h 0.14 (high)
Colors
warm gold· chain and hoop#C29A7Dcream white· pearlsbright coral red· red charm#C39373- Chain link shapeElongated oval paperclip-style links forming a single gold chain that rests along the front of the neck and upper chest.
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Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/jewelryReddit users note that Ross-Simons offers gold paperclip necklaces but caution that much of the jewelry is gold over silver, not solid gold.
While some users recommend Ross-Simons for affordable jewelry, others report issues with items not being solid gold, leading to mixed sentiment.
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Ross-Simons has paperclip chain options
Ross-Simons.com has several gold paper clip necklace options available.
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Ross-Simons sells gold-over-silver jewelry
Much of what they sell is gold over silver. It keeps the price down and more affordable to the masses.
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