Description
A grand antique Victorian Albert chain from the late 19thCentury consisting of long twisted links, with smaller knot links in between. All are crafted in solid yellow gold and bear 375/ 9ct stamps upon each link.
Albert chains were popularised and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias consort in the 19thCentury 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 in the hope theyd return home safely.
Its a wonderful design with a good weight and fitted with claw clasps, marked with the makers initials (J.G.& S) and a T-bar at the bottom that has been added over time.
We recommend you insure for 2,900. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.
WEIGHT: 32 grams
MEASURES: Length 17 inches x Width 4mm T-Bar length 37mm x Width 2.5mm x Drop 38mm
METAL: 9ct Gold (Stamped)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1880 1900)
MARKS: 375/ 9ct stamps, Makers marks (J.G.& S J.K.)
CONDITION: Excellent
ITEM NUMBER: AJ759
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