Hammered Necklaces Collection
What do you get when you combine industrial warehouses, million dollar software companies, quaint cafes and intriguing art galleries all into one neighborhood?
The South of Market neighborhood of San Francisco serves as the answer and is a place where manufacturing, technology and the arts collide. The unique character of SoMa has inspired the John S. Brana Handmade Jewelry SoMa Necklace Collection, which features pieces that will put a get-noticed final detail onto your favorite ensembles.
Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace
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Hammered Stainless Steel Chain Link Necklace
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Chased Bronze Link Chain Necklace
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Hammered Copper Chain Link Necklace
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Hammered Bronze Link Chain Necklace
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In Short
Hammered necklaces here are hand-worked link chains in copper, bronze, steel and Nu Gold brass, with every link textured by hand.
What Is This Collection?
A hammered necklace is one where each link or component has been struck by hand to create a dimpled surface, so the metal catches light from many angles instead of reflecting flatly. Every piece is handcrafted by John S. Brana in his San Francisco studio.
What This Collection Includes
Link chain necklaces in lengths from 22 to 26 inches, in copper, bronze, stainless steel and Nu Gold brass, with graduated link sizes.
How the pieces differ
They differ by metal tone, by link size and rhythm, and by whether the surface is hammered or chased.
Who this collection suits
Anyone who wants a metal statement necklace with no stones or colour to match.
Hammered Necklaces in This Collection
The collection currently holds 5 link chain necklaces, all priced at $175. Since price does not separate them, the choice comes down to metal, surface finish and length.
| Necklace | Price | Metal | Finish | What it is | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammered Stainless Steel Chain Link Necklace | $175.00 | Stainless steel | Hammered | Round links in three sizes with a polished silver tone | Cool tones, zero upkeep and men's wear |
| Hammered Copper Chain Link Necklace | $175.00 | Copper | Hammered | Warm copper links with a hammered surface | Warm skin tones and anyone who likes metal that ages |
| Hammered Bronze Link Chain Necklace | $175.00 | Bronze | Hammered | Golden brown bronze links with a hammered surface | A deeper warm tone and men's wear |
| Chased Bronze Link Chain Necklace | $175.00 | Bronze | Chased | Varied round and oval bronze links, 26 inches long | Anyone who wants a finer, line-worked texture in bronze |
| Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace | $175.00 | Nu Gold brass | Chased | Large, medium and small round and oval links in a warm golden finish | A gold look without the price of gold |
Four necklaces are listed at 26 inches and one at 22 inches. Check the length on each product page before ordering.
Best Pick for Each Shopper
The criteria that matter here are metal tone, how much care you want to give it, and whether you prefer a hammered or chased surface.
- You want no maintenance at all – choose the Hammered Stainless Steel Chain Link Necklace, which will not tarnish.
- You want the warmest, reddest tone – choose the Hammered Copper Chain Link Necklace.
- You are buying for a man – choose the Hammered Stainless Steel Chain Link Necklace or the Hammered Bronze Link Chain Necklace.
- You prefer a finer, line-worked texture – choose the Chased Bronze Link Chain Necklace rather than a hammered chain.
- You want a gold look – choose the Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace, whose golden finish holds its colour under a coating.
- You wear crew necks and want a shorter chain – look for the one 22 inch necklace on its product page; the rest fall to the upper chest at 26 inches.
How to Choose
| Option | What it is | Who it suits | Check before ordering |
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| 22 inch lengths | Sits just below the collarbone | Crew necks and sweaters | Whether you layer necklaces |
| 26 inch lengths | Falls to the upper chest | Open collars and layering | That the weight suits a long evening |
| Warm metals | Copper, bronze and Nu Gold brass | Warm skin tones and autumn palettes | How each metal ages |
| Cool metals | Stainless steel | Cool tones and zero maintenance | Whether you prefer bright or matte |
Quick Match by Shopper
- You usually wear crew necks or sweaters – choose a 22 inch chain, which sits just below the collarbone.
- You wear open collars or like to layer – choose a 26 inch chain, which falls to the upper chest.
- You want warm tones – choose copper, bronze or Nu Gold brass for warm skin tones and autumn palettes.
- You want no maintenance – choose stainless steel, which will not tarnish.
- You are buying for a man – choose steel or bronze at 26 inches, where the heavier link scale reads most naturally.
Criteria that matter most
- Why hammered – the dimpled surface scatters light along the whole chain, so it reads brighter than a smooth one
- Link rhythm – graduated link sizes give a chain movement, where uniform links read more formal
- Upkeep – steel needs none, copper and bronze patina, brass holds its colour under a coating
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Collection | Hammered Necklaces Collection |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 29 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 29 September 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What does hammering do to a chain?
Each link is struck by hand, creating small facets that catch light from different angles. A hammered chain reads noticeably brighter than a smooth one.
Q2. What length should I choose?
22 inches sits just below the collarbone and works over a crew neck. 26 inches falls to the upper chest and layers more easily over a shorter chain.
Q3. Which metal needs the least care?
Stainless steel, which will not tarnish at all. Copper and bronze darken over time unless polished, and Nu Gold brass holds its colour under its coating.
Q4. Can these necklaces be worn by men?
Yes. The heavier link scale and the 26 inch length suit men as readily as women, particularly in steel and bronze.