{"title":"Edwardian Chains","description":"\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Edwardian period (1901 to 19 was a time of luxury and excess which was a time of great innovation and creativity in the jewellers’ craft. Lower carat, stronger gold alloys led to slimmer, more delicate metalwork, and allowed the construction of a beautiful array of chains with a wide variety of link styles and designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eREADMORE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAt Laurelle Antique Jewellery we spend our time tracking down the highest quality of antique Edwardian chains for our customers. Whether you’re looking for a heavy albert chain, silver collar or a fine link chain to hold a delicate pendant we’re sure you’ll find the piece that’s right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou can view our full collection below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eREADLESS\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-chain-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-with-medallion","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Necklace Silver 18ct Gold Gilt With Medallion","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eA grand antique Edwardian Albert chain, made up of solid silver curb links\u003c\/span\u003e that graduate in size toward the middle. Each is stamped with a sterling Lion mark and\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehas been \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003egilded in a bright 18ct yellow gold.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003eAlbert has been converted into a necklace\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eover time and \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eis complete\u003c\/span\u003e with one of\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eits original \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eclaw clasp\u003c\/span\u003es and a large, engraved shield medallion suspended from the bottom. \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eAlbert chains were popularised and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s consort in the 19th Century and were traditionally worn by gentlemen to secure a pocket watch to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. Today, they are also worn as stylish necklaces; a custom that was started by the wives of soldiers during the First World War who wore the chains as a keepsake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eThis is \u003c\/span\u003ea\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e solid Edwardian Albert chain, with a good weight and beautiful yellow gold bloom. \u003c\/span\u003eIt’s complete with the maker’s mark (H.B.) and \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003eBirmingham hallmarks\u003c\/span\u003e on the medallion and clasp,\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e dating \u003c\/span\u003eit to\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e 19\u003c\/span\u003e05. \u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-GB;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 99.4 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Length 17 inches x Width 7-10mm – Medallion Height 39mm x Width 28mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: Sterling Silver\/ 18ct Gold gilt  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Edwardian. (Dated 1905)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: Birmingham Date hallmarks, Sterling Lion marks, Maker’s mark (H.B.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: 25-063\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003eFree Worldwide S\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eh\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003eipping\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55312709812608,"sku":"25-063","price":660.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-cover.jpg?v=1771501035"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-chain-necklace-18ct-gold","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Necklace 18ct Gold 16.5 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis elegant antique fancy-link chain is crafted in 18ct yellow gold, exhibiting a bright, sunny glow. The fancy, elongated navette links are of early 20th Century craftsmanship and have been thoughtfully modified with the addition of an old British T-bar (stamped 18ct), creating a feminine interpretation of a traditional Albert watch chain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAdditional chain extensions have also been added to each end, extending the length to 16.5 inches, making it wearable as a necklace. These are stamped with French 18ct eagle marks, suggesting the piece was adapted in France along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis silky “Albertina” necklace is a wonderful find and remains in excellent condition. It sits gracefully along the collarbone, perfect worn alone as an everyday signature piece or layered with other gold chains for a bold, contemporary look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: 20.6 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Length 16.5 inches x Width 4.5mm – T-Bar Length 32mm x Width 3mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMETAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Yellow Gold (Stamped 18ct)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Edwardian. (Circa 1910)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMARKS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: British 18ct Crown hallmarks \u0026amp; French 18ct Eagle hallmarks \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eITEM NUMBER\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: AJ1310\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/03sXsI0Wxyo?si=nsNvRLJEnmpkzIf9\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58050080080256,"sku":"AJ1310","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-Necklace-18ct-Gold-cover.jpg?v=1778157560"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-chain-necklace-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-15-inch","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Necklace Silver 18ct Gold Gilt 15 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThis chunky Edwardian Albert chain necklace consists of fancy, scalloped links, including large interlocking bars, ornately detailed with star engraving and pierced motifs down the sides. Each component is crafted in sterling silver and has been finished with a fresh layer of 18ct yellow gold gilding to bestow it with a warm, sunny glow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eOriginally worn as an Edwardian gentleman’s watch chain, it has been thoughtfully transformed over time with new ring-link extensions at each end to create a luxurious 15-inch choker necklace. The original dog clip and T-bar, both stamped with a “Standard” quality mark, have also been cleverly repurposed as the clasp and a distinctive pendant drop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eThis substantial Albert chain is a timeless design and makes a wonderful statement necklace. Durable yet lightweight, it can be worn on its own as a grand choker or layered with other gold chains for a bold, contemporary look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: 59 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Length 15 inches x Width 10mm – T-Bar Length 34mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMETAL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Sterling Silver\/ 18ct Gold Gilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eAGE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Edwardian Conversion (Circa 1901 – 1910)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eMARKS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Sterling Lion stamp, “Standard” quality mark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003eITEM NUMBER:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt;\"\u003e 26-138 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58125278445952,"sku":"26-138","price":675.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-Necklace-cover_0046801f-a08b-4276-9f46-adfc33e2ccba.jpg?v=1779280799"},{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-chain-sterling-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-17-4-inch","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Sterling Silver 18ct Gold Gilt 17.4 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eForged and assayed in Birmingham in 1913 by Herbert Bushell \u0026amp; Son, this classic antique Edwardian Albert chain is crafted from solid sterling silver and finished with a fresh layer of warm 18ct yellow gold gilt. The substantial, elongated trombone links are each stamped with the prestigious Lion Passant, while the original dog-clip clasps retain their Birmingham hallmarks and maker’s mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDating from the pre-war era, this particular Albert chain would have been worn across the waistcoat, securing a pocket watch or seal. More than a practical accessory, it was an important expression of personal style and status, forming an integral part of a well-dressed gentleman’s attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eBeautifully preserved and passed down through generations, this handsome collector’s piece measures 17.4 inches and can be worn traditionally as an Albert chain once more, or reinvented as a striking statement collar necklace, with its substantial links perfect for layering or personalising with charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 49.3 grams \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Length 17.4-inch x Width 7.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMETAL\u003c\/b\u003e: Sterling Silver\/ 18ct Gold gilt\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e          \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Edwardian. (Dated 1913)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: Sterling Lion stamps, Maker’s mark (H.B\u0026amp;S)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER:\u003c\/b\u003e 26-253\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60044130386304,"sku":"26-253","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-Sterling-Silver-18ct-Gold-Gilt-cover_ca80a3f2-b7b3-4cd9-88c1-20d48eae6f99.jpg?v=1791209132"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/collections\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-Necklace-18ct-Gold-And-Platinum-cover_18397eb9-220f-468b-9952-dae3868eb9f3.jpg?v=1770025685","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/edwardian-chains\/500-1000.oembed","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}