Weaving "Nonna" is made on the basis of armored technology, which is particularly resistant to mechanical damage. In terms of reliability, it is not inferior to "Rhombus" (male variation), but it looks lighter and more elegant, so women choose it more often.
Carapace weaving
This technology got its name due to its resemblance to chain mail. Jewelry made on the basis of this technique can be distinguished by two signs:
- double-sided grinding of the links, giving the product extra shine;
- the elements are fastened in one plane, providing resistance to tension and abrasion.
This type of connection of links implies not only flat weaving, but also volumetric, which is also famous for its strength. The shell technology allows you to create quite massive outwardly jewelry, so it is more often used for men's products.
Features of "Nonna"
This variation is very elegant, unlike most types of curb weaving, so its production is tailored for womenhalf of the population. If you want to make men's chains or bracelets using this technique, then they operate with the thickness and shape of the links, making them angular and massive. For extra brilliance, a diamond facet is applied to the surface of the jewelry, sparkling when exposed to light.
This weaving is sometimes unjustifiably confused with "Figaro" due to the alternation of links of different shapes. Visually, they have nothing in common, since in the first case the elements are inside each other and form a double knit, while the second variety is single.
Hand and machine knitting
Technology in the jewelry industry has stepped far forward, so the creation of link jewelry has become much easier. Now the weaving of the "Nonna" chain is carried out manually and by machine.
The first option is becoming less and less common, only when more massive links are required, since automatic knitting allows you to get elements with a thickness of no more than 0.2 mm. Thus, machine-made is ideal for women's weaving, which requires finesse and fine lines.
But despite the apparent fragility of the jewelry, in any case, it retains its strength, which is important for constant wear.
Who suits
As mentioned earlier, now "Nonna" is classified as unisex jewelry, but the representatives of the stronger sex rarely buy them. They are much closer to men's chains made using the "Rhombus" technique, since such productsmore massive and angular.
Such an elegant weaving, of course, can suit a young man, but only his hand-made version, the thickness of which exceeds machine knitting. But girls should not limit themselves. Weaving "Nonna" will always suit them, and no matter what kind of product is made in this technique.
However, not so long ago there was a combined variation that combines "Figaro" and "grandmother's network". So far, it is produced only by machine, so the chains on sale are quite thin. In addition, such products are less strong, since the inclusion of single round links slightly violates the original weaving structure. Jewelry created using this technique has an impersonal look, so it is quite suitable for both men and women.
Gold or silver
Nonna chain products are made from any precious metal, it remains only to choose the one you like. But for some people, according to the type of appearance, gold or silver may not be suitable, so it’s worth analyzing this moment in more detail.
Yellow metal is good for people with dark skin, blond hair and eyes. He will emphasize these details of appearance, but in moderation, without focusing on anything specific. In addition, there is an opinion that the gold weaving "Nonna" (or any other product made from this material) has a healing effect: it normalizes the functioning of the cardiovascular system and the musculoskeletal system, and also simply cheers you up when you are depressed and tired.
Silver is just the opposite of the yellow metal. It adorns people with pale skin, dark hair or noble gray hair, pleasantly emphasizing its shade. Cold tones play especially favorably against the background of silver, so it is also suitable for owners of ash-blond hair or steel blond.
In its properties, the silver weave "Nonna" is strikingly different from the gold. This metal has long been known for its positive effect on the human body, so amulets are still made from it. Among other things, silver brings calm, relieves neuroses and relieves unnecessary stress.
Of course, you should not use your favorite jewelry to rid yourself of negativity, otherwise very soon its useful properties will come to naught or begin to act against the owner of the product.
What to give preference, everyone chooses for himself. If a person is extremely attracted to a certain metal, then the tips described in this section will not be useful to him. The only thing to be reckoned with is a sense of proportion, because even such a simple piece of jewelry as the "Nonna" chain can spoil the image in inept hands.
Fun fact
Many people still believe that the "Nonna" weaving got its name in honor of a certain woman, since such cases are not uncommon. In fact, "Nonna" is just a convenient abbreviation for the Italian phrase, which translates as "grandmother's weaving." However, what is the reason for such a cozy name, ontoday is difficult to guess, because no mention of this has been preserved.
