A gold chain breaks, a clasp stops closing, a link gets kinked. The good news is that solid gold chains can almost always be fixed. For preventive care that reduces the need for repairs, read our complete gold jewelry care guide and our storage guide.

To understand the difference between solid and hollow construction — which determines repairability — read our gram weight guide and solid gold vs gold-plated guide.

What Can Be Repaired

Broken links: Solid gold can be soldered. Hollow chains are harder — this is why our Cuban Link guide, Franco guide, and rope chain guide all emphasize solid construction.

Broken clasp: Easiest and least expensive repair. The same applies to bracelets, earring clasps, and pendant bails.

Kinked rope chain: Solid rope can sometimes be fixed; hollow is almost always permanent. Read our rope chain guide for the specific risks of hollow rope construction.

What Cannot Be Repaired

Hollow chains with multiple breaks, plated chains where solder shows through. This is the practical argument for buying solid gold. Read our gold jewelry investment guide for the full value context of solid vs hollow.

Finding a Reliable Jeweler

The NYC Diamond District has the highest concentration of bench jewelers in the United States. Walk between shops, compare estimates in an hour. Ask if they work in-house, what karat solder they use, and get a written estimate.

Cost Ranges (2026)

• Clasp replacement: $20–60
• Single link repair: $30–80
• Multiple links: $50–150
• Kink repair on solid rope: $40–100
• Pendant bail: $25–60

To verify a replacement is worth the cost, use our fair price guide to evaluate the chain's value. For buying a replacement: how to buy gold online without risk. For chains that take punishment: gold chains for work. All questions: gold jewelry FAQ.
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