Handmade Nu Gold Brass Necklaces
A necklace can transform whatever you're wearing into a polished, pretty ensemble that will show off your unique sense of style, and yellow gold is a great choice for any jewelry collection due to its timeless appeal.
The Nu Gold necklaces in the John S. Brana Handmade Jewelry collection are the perfect way to add that touch of luxurious gold color to your favorite tops and dresses, and they are sure to impress in terms of their beauty, style and price.
Nu Gold chain and link necklaces by John S Brana provide and excellent fashionable alternative to expensive karat gold jewelry. Our Nu Gold Brass jewelry is a specially formulated high copper content brass alloy that provides the luxurious look of 14K and 18K gold jewelry without the cost. Choose from a selection of plain, chased, hammered, or texturized links in a wide variety of patterns, lengths, and styles.
Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace
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A Nu Gold brass necklace is a necklace made from Nu Gold, a high-copper brass alloy that has the warm colour of 14K and 18K gold at a fraction of the cost. The Handmade Nu Gold Brass Necklaces collection is John S. Brana's range of hand-textured Nu Gold chain necklaces, made one at a time in his San Francisco studio.
Prices and stock on this page were last confirmed on 30 September 2026.
What Is Nu Gold Brass?
Nu Gold is a specially formulated brass with a high copper content. It is not gold, but its colour sits close to yellow karat gold, which is why it is used as an affordable alternative. Because it is a solid alloy rather than a plated metal, there is no thin gold layer to wear through; the colour runs all the way through the metal.
Necklaces in This Collection
The collection currently holds 1 necklace, the Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace, priced at $175.00. Its key details are below so you can check length, finish and price before opening the product page.
| Piece | Type | Key details | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace | Necklace | Nu Gold brass, large, medium and small round and oval links, textured by hand, 26 inches, hook clasp | $175.00 | A gold look without the price of karat gold, layering and 21st anniversaries |
How to Choose a Gold-Toned Chain Necklace
The criteria that matter are metal, length, link style and budget. Use the guide below to see which type suits which shopper.
| Criterion | What to look for | Who it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Metal | Nu Gold brass gives a karat-gold colour at a far lower price | Anyone who wants the look of gold on a budget |
| Length | 26 inches falls to the upper chest | Open collars, layering over shorter chains, and men's wear |
| Link style | Mixed large, medium and small links give movement and rhythm | Anyone who wants a statement chain without a pendant |
| Upkeep | Brass can darken with wear and polishes back easily | Wearers happy to give it an occasional polish |
Best Pick for Each Shopper
Match your situation below to see which piece suits you.
- If you want a gold look without karat gold prices – choose the Chased Nu Gold Brass Chain Link Necklace.
- If you are marking a 21st wedding anniversary – brass is the traditional 21st anniversary metal, so this necklace fits the milestone.
- If you want zero upkeep – compare the stainless steel chain in the table below, which will not tarnish.
- If you want a deeper or redder tone – compare the bronze and copper chains below, all at the same $175 price.
- If you want matching earrings – add a pair of the 14K gold-filled earrings listed below.
More Chains and Matching Gold-Toned Earrings
Compare the same chain style in other metals, or add gold-toned earrings to make a set. Every piece below is handmade by John S. Brana. See more in the hammered necklaces collection and the Nu Gold brass jewelry collection.
| Piece | Type | Key details | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammered Stainless Steel Chain Link Necklace | Necklace | Stainless steel, hammered round links | $175.00 | A silver tone with zero upkeep |
| Hammered Copper Chain Link Necklace | Necklace | Copper, hammered links, warm red tone | $175.00 | A redder, warmer metal |
| Hammered Bronze Link Chain Necklace | Necklace | Bronze, hammered links, golden brown tone | $175.00 | A deeper, darker gold tone |
| Chased Bronze Link Chain Necklace | Necklace | Bronze, chased round and oval links, 26 inches | $175.00 | The same chased texture in bronze |
| Onyx Wire Wrapped 14K Gold-filled Tear Drop Earrings | Earrings | 14K gold-filled teardrop wrap with black onyx | $195.00 | Gold-toned earrings to wear with the chain |
| Yellow Jade Wire Wrapped 14K Gold-filled Earrings | Earrings | 14K gold-filled wire wrap with yellow jade | $240.00 | Adding colour next to a gold-toned chain |
Why Choose a Nu Gold Brass Necklace?
- Gold colour for less – you get the warm yellow of karat gold for a fraction of the price
- Solid colour – the colour runs through the alloy, so there is no plating to flake off
- Handmade texture – each link is textured by hand, so the chain catches light as you move
- Pairs with real gold – the tone sits comfortably beside gold-filled and karat gold pieces
How to Wear and Care for a Nu Gold Chain
- Wear it alone over a plain top, where the mixed links show clearly
- Layer it over a shorter chain; at 26 inches it sits below most standard lengths
- Polish it with a brass or jewellery polishing cloth when it starts to darken
- Keep it dry and take it off before swimming or showering to slow darkening
- Store it in its gift box or a sealed bag, away from air and moisture
Who This Collection Suits
This collection suits anyone who loves the colour of gold but does not want to pay karat gold prices, people who wear warm metals, men looking for a bold gold-toned chain, and gift buyers shopping for a 21st anniversary.
Collection Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Collection | Handmade Nu Gold Brass Necklaces |
| Pieces in this collection | 1 |
| Price | $175.00 |
| Made by | John S. Brana, handcrafted in San Francisco |
| Packaging | Gift boxed |
| Returns | See the returns policy |
| Prices, stock and product details last confirmed | 30 September 2026 |
Prices, stock and product details on this page were last reviewed on 30 September 2026.