I have this necklace from 1992...

[Puddleduck74]

My father gave me a gold rope necklace from Birks as a graduation gift from High School. At 17 it never appealed to me at all and I've never worn it.

Does anyone wear these anymore? It's on the website now so I guess it's either a staple or it's back in stye. I'm going to start to wear it anyway but just curious about it's popularity.

http://www.birks.com/media/products/14738/380/172816-26920.jpg

 

[BittyMonkey]

LOL. I was just cleaning out my jewelry box not too long ago and found one of those. I have the same question. It feels a little matronly to me. I'm just going to keep it, or wear it jointly with another necklace.

 

[lanasyogamama]

Oh, that brings back memories! I wonder if I'll feel the same way about my current jewelry in 20 years!

 

[barcreperie]

I'd bet many people have a rope necklace (and/or bracelet) such as yours sitting in their jewelry box. I do. I haven't worn it in years. For me, they went the way of the tennis bracelet.

It'll probably be considered 'new' again in a few years.

 

[vancleef fan]

I have one too..... Haven't worn it in so many years...I 'm sure it will be back in style in few years

 

[Bagaday]

If you're never going to wear it and can let go of the sentimental attachment, then I'd find a reputable gold buyer and get some $$$ for it. (Note: if you do do that, check what gold is going for that day so you know approx. what you should be getting depending on the gram wt. minus buyer's fee).

 

[Kitsunegrl]

Your rope will make an excellent pendant chain. The rope is one of the strongest chains out there.

If you really don't think you will ever use it, I would sell it for the gold value.

 

[DebbieAnn]

Rope chains are the strongest for heavy pendants, which is what i have for a heavy medallion.

BTW - I wear a tennis bracelet everyday.

 

[Roregirl]

The rope now feels outdated, but I have worn mine layered with other thinner chains of varying lenghts, and the look is great.Try it, it may work for you.

 

[Puddleduck74]

It's a bit thick though. I'm thinking 3mm. Valuble I suppose and it does have some sentimental value. My Dad passed away in 08 and it's the only jewelry that he had ever bought me. I always felt guilty for not wearing it and not appreciating it as much as I should have.

I'll hang on to it and will try to wear it now and then. Who knows? I may start the trend again.

 

[Junkenpo]

I agree with the idea with layering it, maybe with some thinner chains of varying lengths & charms for an interesting texture at the neck?

Who knows, it could come back in... it seems like late 80s fashion retro was in for bit, so it's just a matter of time before it swings back to the 90s fashion.

 

[aquablueness]

lol...i have one of those too....i still kinda digg the loook lol! Not gonna wear it though, maybe when it comes back in fashion :-P

 

[butterfly36029]

Hey I was around 8 in 92 and I got one at that age believe it or not..I also got the bracelet from this aunt that passed away...

I don't wear them but I do keep them because of the good memories they bring of my aunt.

 

[BittyMonkey]

Mine's much older than 92. It was my grandmother's. Proof it does go in and out, I guess.

 

[laurineg]

Please don't sell it. Even if you only wear it occasionally, you will always remember that your dad bought it for you, and one day you can pass it on to your own child. You can't put a price on a sentimental piece of jewelry.