{"product_id":"antique-art-deco-albert-chain-9ct-gold-dated-1922","title":"Antique Art Deco Albert Chain 9ct Gold Dated 1922","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis classic antique Albert chain, crafted in Birmingham by Fetter, Forbes \u0026amp; Co in 1922, consists of solid gold curb links, two claw clasps, a T-bar, and a small extension of chain at the end, traditionally used to hold a medallion or fob. Over time, the gold has developed a charming rosy-gold patina, and each component is original and bears a “375\/9ct” stamp, confirming its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlbert chains were both a fashionable and practical accessory for a gentleman in the early 20th Century, often adorned with a pocket watch or fob and secured to the buttonhole of a waistcoat for quick access. Today they’re also worn as versatile and stylish necklaces; a custom started by the wives of soldiers during WW1 who wore the chains as a keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis heavy Art Deco-era Albert chain is exceptionally made and in excellent condition. It’s complete with Birmingham hallmarks and the maker’s mark and can be worn as a traditional Albert or as a chic necklace. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWe recommend you insure for £2,700. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 29.7 grams  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Length 16.5 inches x Width 5mm – T-Bar Length 34mm x Width 2.5mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: 9ct Gold (Stamped) \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Art Deco. (Dated 1922)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: 375\/ 9ct stamps, Birmingham Anchor\/ Date hallmarks, Maker’s mark (F.F.\u0026amp;Co)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: AJ1178\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Gold Albert Chains in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-necklaces\/product-type_chain\" 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 href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\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":56144689955200,"sku":"AJ1178","price":2395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Art-Deco-Albert-Chain-9ct-Gold-cover.jpg?v=1751026459","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/products\/antique-art-deco-albert-chain-9ct-gold-dated-1922","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}