Gents Necklets
Gents gold necklets, also known as men's gold chains, sit close to the body and carry presence without the length of a longer drop chain. The range spans 9ct and 18ct yellow, white, and two-tone gold, from solid curb and figaro chains worn alone to heavier rope, anchor, and box links suited to everyday wear or paired with a Claddagh, cross, or signet pendant.
Choosing between 9ct and 18ct comes down to durability versus depth of colour. Nine-carat gold is harder-wearing and a practical choice for a chain worn every day, particularly for the heavier links men tend to favour. 18ct carries a richer, more saturated colour that rewards the investment for gifting or occasional wear. Men's necklets typically run from 18 to 24 inches: 18 inches sits just below the collarbone, 20 to 22 inches falls at the upper chest, and 24 inches drops lower for a pendant or a layered look. Chain width matters too. A 2 to 4 mm gauge wears comfortably under a shirt collar; 5 mm and above carries clear presence and reads as a statement piece worn outside the shirt.
A family-run business since 1997 with in-house workshops in Thurles and Dungarvan, Ciaran O'Flynn Jewellers is led by founder Ciaran O'Flynn, a qualified watchmaker and jeweller, and a proud member of the Association of Fine Jewellers. The in-house workshop handles resizing, repairs, and custom commissions directly, and a transparent gold trade-in service is available for anyone looking to part-exchange older pieces. Browse the gents necklets below to find the weight, length, and gold tone that suits you.
Trusted Fine Jewellers
Nationwide Delivery
Certified Diamonds
Bespoke Ring Design
Gents Necklets FAQs
Most men's gold chains run from 18 to 24 inches. An 18-inch chain sits just below the collarbone and works well under a shirt; 20 inches is the most popular everyday length, falling at the upper chest; 22 to 24 inches drops onto the chest and suits a pendant or a layered look. Taller or broader builds generally wear longer lengths more comfortably, while slimmer frames sit better in the 18 to 20-inch range.
Chain width is measured in millimetres and typically ranges from 2 mm to over 8 mm. A 2 to 4 mm gauge sits comfortably under a collar and suits everyday wear. 5 to 6 mm carries presence as a standalone piece without overwhelming the neckline. Wider 7 to 10 mm chains read as statement jewellery and are usually worn outside the shirt. The right thickness depends on neck size, build, and the level of visibility intended.
Both work well, but for different reasons. 9ct contains more alloy metals, which makes the gold harder-wearing and a practical choice for thicker chains worn daily. 18ct has a higher proportion of elemental gold, giving a richer, deeper yellow and a softer feel, better suited to lighter-weight pieces or occasional wear. For a chain that will see daily contact under shirt collars and against skin, 9ct is the more durable choice.
The 333 stamp on a gold chain indicates 8-carat gold, meaning the metal is 33.3% pure gold alloyed with other metals. This fineness is legal in some European countries (notably Germany) but is not a recognised standard under the Irish Assay Office, which hallmarks 9ct (375), 14ct (585), 18ct (750), and 22ct (916) gold. A chain stamped 333 without an Irish hallmark has not been assayed in Ireland.
Testimonials
Blog posts
