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Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Stars & Bars Albert Pocket Watch Chain & T Bar
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Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Stars & Bars Albert Pocket Watch Chain & T Bar

1900 - 1920
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Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Stars & Bars Albert Pocket Watch Chain & T Bar

This is an antique Victorian Single Albert watch chain, identified by its distinctive 'stars and bars' or 'fetter' style links. The chain is crafted from 9ct gold without hallmarks. It features a functional T-bar, originally designed to secure the chain to a waistcoat buttonhole, and a swivel dog clip for attaching a pocket watch.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

Length: 40cm

29.5 grams

Declaration

Bushells Antiques has dated this Rose Gold Albert Chain to the Edwardian era.

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SA1185274
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Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Stars & Bars Albert Pocket Watch Chain & T Bar
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This is an antique Victorian Single Albert watch chain, identified by its distinctive 'stars and bars' or 'fetter' style links.
Bushells Antiques

The chain is crafted from 9ct gold without hallmarks. It features a functional T-bar, originally designed to secure the chain to a waistcoat buttonhole, and a swivel dog clip for attaching a pocket watch.

Approximate Dimensions & Weight:

Length: 40cm

29.5 grams

Date of Manufacture

Bushells Antiques has dated this Rose Gold Albert Chain to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1185274
Bushells Antiques
Bushells Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Fine art, porcelain, jewellery, silver, clocks, pictures, oriental objects d’art and furniture

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A Victorian 9ct rose gold Albert pocket watch chain featuring decorative stars and bars links and a central suspension T-bar.
Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Stars & Bars Albert Pocket Watch Chain & T Bar
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A Victorian 9ct rose gold Albert pocket watch chain featuring decorative stars and bars links and a central suspension T-bar.
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  • ObjectJewellery
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material9ct Rose Gold, Gold
  • ColourRose Gold
  • MotifsStars and bars links, T-bar drop, Fancy curb links

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An Albert chain is a functional style of pocket watch chain popularized during the Victorian era, named after Prince Albert. It incorporates a T-bar mechanism designed to secure through a waistcoat buttonhole while holding a pocket watch or charm at the opposite end.

Victorian watch chains were commonly crafted in various purities of gold, including 9ct, 15ct, and 18ct, as well as sterling silver and rolled gold. Rose gold was particularly prominent during the late 19th century due to the popular copper-alloy blend of the period.

Authentic Victorian chains typically feature hallmarks or carat stamps on individual links, swivels, and T-bars. Signs of age include gentle, honest surface wear on connecting points and hand-assembled construction details rather than modern cast elements.

While originally designed for waistcoats, contemporary wearers frequently style antique Albert chains as necklaces, chokers, or wrapped wrist bracelets. The T-bar serves as a prominent decorative pendant when worn as neckwear.

Care for solid 9ct gold involves gentle immersion in warm water with mild soap, followed by soft brushing with a delicate cloth. Avoid abrasive polishing compounds or chemical dips that can strip historical patination from intricate links.
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