I had ordered another item that came with a 24" chain at the same time I ordered this chain, because reviews on the other item indicated the chain was 'flimsy' and would break easily.  Both items arrived at the same time.  The 24" chain that came with the other item was about 3" longer than this 24" chain.  I measured this one with a yardstick, and it was a little less than 23" long.  I returned the item, because I needed a minimum of 24" chain in the event the other one broke.  The chain on the other item also appeared to be much sturdier than this one, altho the other one was not sterling silver.