Woven Tubular 18K Gold Necklace, Circa 1960s

Multiple strands of 18K gold wire twist and interlace into a continuous braided tube, the woven pattern giving the surface a rope-like texture that catches light differently at every angle as it moves. The construction is genuinely dimensional; not a flat chain but a rounded, substantial cord of gold with a finished to a bright, uniform polish that makes the braiding read as sculpture rather than simple linkwork. A cylindrical clasp closes the necklace flush with the woven body, keeping the design's continuous line unbroken at the closure. This kind of hand-woven tubular gold work was a hallmark of 1960s German goldsmithing, prized for the labor-intensive braiding technique and the substantial, tactile presence it gave a finished piece. At 17 millimeters wide, the necklace has real physical weight and scale, making it a genuine statement piece rather than an everyday chain. Crafted in 18K yellow gold with German hallmarks, the necklace measures 18 inches long and 17 millimeters wide, weighing 251.6 grams.