Platinum Necklace for Men
A platinum men's necklace is the ultimate accessory for men with discerning taste. Platinum is considered one of the rarest and most precious metals and offers a unique combination of style, robustness and value stability. The noble, matte shine of platinum gives every necklace a particularly luxurious appearance and remains untouched over the years.
Platinum is also the heaviest and most expensive of the common jewellery metals. That shapes the range of men's chains more than most people expect: a platinum chain is almost always slimmer than a comparable gold one – not a compromise, but a consequence of the material. We stock platinum chains from 0.8 to 3.5 millimetres wide in lengths from 45 to 65 centimetres, from a plain anchor chain to a solid curb chain.
Why platinum chains are slimmer than gold ones
Platinum has a density of around 21.4 grams per cubic centimetre and is worked as platinum 950, meaning 95 per cent pure platinum. Gold 585 comes to roughly 13 to 14 grams – so a platinum chain of the same shape weighs almost twice as much. Together with the higher material price, this means wide platinum chains quickly reach four figures. A solid curb chain of 3.5 millimetres in 60 centimetres costs just over 5,300 euros here; a 1.0 millimetre anchor chain in 45 centimetres about 240 euros.
The centre of the market – and of our range – therefore sits between 1.0 and 1.8 millimetres. These widths are worn by men just as much as by women; in platinum, a slim chain is the norm rather than a concession. If you prefer something more substantial, we carry thirteen models from 2.0 millimetres upwards, including curb chains in 2.7 and 3.5 millimetres.
The right length: 50 to 60 centimetres
For men, 50 to 60 centimetres are the usual lengths. 50 centimetres sits close to the neck and disappears under a shirt collar; 55 centimetres is the most common size and falls just below the collarbone; 60 centimetres is worn openly over a shirt. If you want to add a pendant, choose 60 centimetres so it hangs freely. For a broader neck or wider shoulders, move up one size – as a rule of thumb, neck circumference plus ten to fifteen centimetres.
Chain styles in platinum
Anchor chains make up the largest part of our platinum range – a calm, classic pattern of interlocking links, often diamond-cut for extra sparkle. Curb chains, known internationally as Cuban link, look flatter and more solid; they are the choice for a chain meant to be seen. Rope chains are twisted and catch the light particularly well, while Venetian chains with their square links are considered especially hard-wearing. Singapore and spiga chains round off the range with finer patterns.
Platinum or white gold?
Both metals look silvery white, but they behave differently in daily wear. White gold is plated with rhodium to mask its warm underlying tone; that layer wears off over the years and has to be renewed. Platinum is naturally white and stays that way – no refreshing needed. Platinum 950 contains no nickel, which makes it suitable for people who react to other alloys. In return, platinum is considerably heavier and more expensive, and you notice that with every chain.
Care and durability
Platinum does not tarnish and needs no special care. Lukewarm water, a drop of washing-up liquid and a soft cloth are enough. Over the years platinum develops a fine patina: scratches displace the metal rather than removing it, which is why the weight of a platinum chain stays virtually unchanged for decades. If you want the original high polish back, a jeweller can polish it – but it is not necessary.