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This grand antique Victorian Albert chain is made up of solid sterling silver curb links, each verified with a sterling lion stamp and cased in a bright 18ct yellow gold. It’s fitted with the traditional T-bar, claw clasps and an extension of chain at the end, holding a cherished shield medallion, engraved with the previous wearer’s initials “M.C.G”. All the components bear Birmingham hallmarks, dating between 1891 – 1897, with one clasp added to the end dating to 1906.
Albert 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.
This 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 and sought after today as it was in the 19th Century, and this is a wonderful example, with an ample length, pleasing weight and bright yellow bloom.
WEIGHT: 90 grams
MEASURES: Length 23.8 inches x Width 8.5mm – Medallion Height 38mm x Width 25mm x Drop 58mm down – T-bar length 40mm x Width 2.5mm
METAL: Sterling Silver/ 18ct Gold cased
AGE: Victorian. (Dated 1891 – 1897)
MARKS: Sterling Lion marks, Birmingham hallmarks, Maker’s initials (Chain/ Bar: J.M. – Medallion: Makins Silverite)
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 25-240
You can find more Victorian Albert Chains in our Antique Chains collection.
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