The paperclip chain earned its popularity for a simple reason — the elongated oval links give it a bolder, more architectural presence than a standard cable or box chain, without the bulk of a true statement piece. This one is a clean, single-strand version, built to be a foundation piece in your everyday gold rotation rather than a one-off.

It's finished in 18K gold plating over a stainless steel base, giving it a warm, consistent tone designed to hold up to daily wear rather than needing to come off before a shower. Because the link shape is so distinctive, it photographs well and reads clearly even from a distance — useful if you want a chain that shows up in photos, not just up close.

Its versatility is really the point: wear it completely solo for a clean, minimal look, layer it with a finer cable chain or a herringbone piece for depth, or clip a pendant onto it if you want to change up the look without buying an entirely new necklace. The adjustable clasp means it's not locked into one exact length.

• Paperclip oval-link chain design
• Stainless steel base, 18K gold plated finish
• Adjustable clasp
• A versatile everyday layering piece

Part of MaxiBlink's demi-fine edit — gold-plated jewellery finished to sit above everyday fashion pieces, without the price tag of fine gold.