{"product_id":"antique-victorian-albert-chain-9ct-gold-4","title":"Antique Victorian Albert Chain 9ct Gold","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eModelled in solid 9ct gold, this classic antique Victorian Albert chain consists of lustrous curb links, leading to a T-bar at the bottom and its original claw clasps at each end. Each link has developed a lovely rosy-gold patina over time and is verified with a “375\/ 9ct” stamp.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe chain bears an “S.BROS” mark on the clasp and the T-bar has the initials “M\u0026amp;M”, suggesting it was added later to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlbert chains were traditionally a practical accessory, worn by gentlemen to secure a pocket watch to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. They have since evolved into versatile and stylish necklaces; a custom that was started by the wives of soldiers during the First World War who wore the chains as a keepsake in the hope they’d return home safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis luxurious Victorian Albert chain is perfect for layering with other gold chains or worn alone as a statement piece or watch chain. The style is as popular today as it was in the 19th Century, and this is a particularly fine example, with a pleasing weight and bright rosy bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe recommend you insure for £2,250. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 36.8 grams  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Length 15 inches x Width 6.5mm – T bar Length 37mm x Width 2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: 9ct Gold (Stamped)   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Victorian. (Circa 1900)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: 375\/ 9ct stamps, Maker’s marks (“S.BROS” on clasp – “M\u0026amp;M” on T-bar)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: AJ1162\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Victorian Albert Chains in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-necklaces\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eAntique Chains collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\" target=\"_blank\"\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":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55969121272192,"sku":"AJ1162","price":2671.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Albert-Chain-9ct-Gold-cover.jpg?v=1747217519","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-victorian-albert-chain-9ct-gold-4","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}