Cuban Link
Links lie flat and interlock in a continuous, light-catching line.
Statement wear, everyday structure
View the collectionThe piece the rest of a collection is built on — solid 14K gold through each link, worn daily and repaired for decades.
In Brief
A solid gold chain is the piece the rest of a collection is built on. Every DEEVE chain is solid 14K gold through each link — never plated or filled — so it can be worn daily, polished, and repaired for decades. Free worldwide shipping, with delivery in 5–7 business days.
Links lie flat and interlock in a continuous, light-catching line.
Statement wear, everyday structure
View the collectionAlternates long and short links for rhythm.
Classic everyday wear
View the collectionA tight V-pattern weave with a rounded, rope-like profile.
Durable solo wear
View the collectionLong, open links that lighten the silhouette.
Layering, a refined line
View the collectionShort links twisted into a spiral that catches the light.
Texture worn alone
View the collectionFlat, slanted links that lie like a ribbon of gold.
A smooth, polished line
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Both are solid 14K gold at the same purity. What separates them is the alloy and the finish, and how each reads against a diamond.
| Yellow Gold | White Gold | |
|---|---|---|
| Gold contentIdentical purity. | Solid 14K | Solid 14K |
| Hardness and durabilityNeither is more durable than the other. | Identical | Identical |
| Finish | Warm, unplated | Rhodium polished for a cool white surface |
| How diamonds read against it | Set against a rich gold background | The metal recedes; stones appear to float |
Neither is the better metal. White gold suits an icy, seamless look; yellow gold suits warmth and pairs naturally with other gold pieces. The choice is aesthetic, not structural.
Collection Specifications
The Guide
The DEEVE Standard
FAQ
Solid 14K or 18K gold through every link — never gold-plated, gold-filled, or vermeil. The gold goes all the way through, and white gold's rhodium finish is renewed free under the lifetime warranty, so a DEEVE chain can be worn daily, polished, and repaired for decades.
The difference is link architecture. Cuban links are flat, interlocking ovals that form a continuous line; Figaro alternates long and short links for rhythm; Franco weaves a tight V-pattern with a rounded, rope-like profile; Mariner links carry a bar across each oval. At equal width and solid construction, none outranks the others in durability — the choice is visual.
Narrower gauges read refined and pair well with pendants; mid widths around 4–5 mm hold their own worn alone; wider gauges make the chain the statement. Most DEEVE chains are unisex — width and length, not gender, decide how the piece reads.
An 18–20 inch chain sits at the collarbone and is the most versatile length; 22–24 inches falls mid-chest for a longer line; choker lengths sit close to the neck. DEEVE's Jewelry Size Chart Guide includes a full length reference.
Solid 14K gold does not tarnish under normal wear. Minor dulling from skin oils is fully reversible with warm water, mild soap, and a soft cloth — and because the gold runs all the way through, wear never reaches a different metal; white gold's rhodium finish is renewed free under the lifetime warranty.
Yes. Repairs and length adjustments are handled by DEEVE's in-house Ontario workshop, and every chain is covered by the lifetime warranty against manufacturing defects.
Every chain ships free worldwide with insured express delivery — arriving in 5–7 business days.
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About this collection
A solid gold chain is the piece the rest of a collection is built on. Every DEEVE chain is solid 14K gold through each link — never plated or filled — so it can be worn daily, polished, and repaired for decades. Free worldwide shipping, with delivery in 5–7 business days.
Cuban links lie flat and interlock in a continuous, light-catching line. Figaro alternates long and short links for rhythm. Franco weaves a tight V-pattern with a rounded, rope-like profile, while Mariner and paperclip links open up the silhouette. Width sets presence — narrower gauges read refined, wider gauges more substantial — and most styles wear equally well on men and women.
An 18–20 inch chain sits at the collarbone — the most versatile length — while 22–24 inches falls mid-chest; choker lengths sit close to the neck. The jewelry size guide has a full length reference. Repairs and adjustments are handled by our in-house Ontario workshop, and every chain carries the lifetime warranty. Browsing more broadly? See the full necklace collection for pendants and station styles.
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