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Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"
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Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"

1900 - 1920
Description

This Antique trombone link chain measures 13.75 inches in length and features a double dog clip fastening. It is crafted from 9ct gold and showcases trombone links with a bright rose-gold hue, along with a freely moving T-bar slider.

This is a rare example of a sought-after trombone link chain, fully hallmarked, dating to Chester, 1921. It would make a great addition to any collection.

METAL

9ct Gold

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 13.75" in length - Could be extended with the extra links hanging down

Chain measures 6mm across

T-bar measures 3.6cm

Dog clips measure 2.3cm x 0.9cm

WEIGHT

38.97 grams

HALLMARKS

Links - 9, 375

Central trombone link - P&M

Central trombone link - Chester, Date letter V (1921)

Both Dog Clips - P&M, 9, 375

T-bar - P&M, 9, 375

CONDITION

This antique chain is in excellent condition, showing only light wear consistent with its age. Some links are slightly worn, and the trombone links have developed a natural rosy patina. All components are original and matching. The dog clips function well, making this piece a valuable and affordable addition to any antique jewellery collection.

Item Number - 11397

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this 9ct Gold Watch Chain to the 1920s.

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SA1220885
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11397
Description
This Antique trombone link chain measures 13.75 inches in length and features a double dog clip fastening.
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It is crafted from 9ct gold and showcases trombone links with a bright rose-gold hue, along with a freely moving T-bar slider.
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fig 1. An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp.
fig 1. Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"

This is a rare example of a sought-after trombone link chain, fully hallmarked, dating to Chester, 1921. It would make a great addition to any collection.

METAL

9ct Gold

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 13.75" in length - Could be extended with the extra links hanging down

fig 2. An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp.
fig 2. Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"

Chain measures 6mm across

T-bar measures 3.6cm

Dog clips measure 2.3cm x 0.9cm

WEIGHT

38.97 grams

HALLMARKS

Links - 9, 375

Central trombone link - P&M

Central trombone link - Chester, Date letter V (1921)

Both Dog Clips - P&M, 9, 375

fig 3. An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp.
fig 3. Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"

T-bar - P&M, 9, 375

CONDITION

This antique chain is in excellent condition, showing only light wear consistent with its age. Some links are slightly worn, and the trombone links have developed a natural rosy patina. All components are original and matching. The dog clips function well, making this piece a valuable and affordable addition to any antique jewellery collection.

Item Number - 11397

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this 9ct Gold Watch Chain to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1220885
Dealers Internal Ref
11397
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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Archive I An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp.

Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"

Archive II An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp. View II
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An antique 9ct yellow gold Albert watch chain featuring elongated trombone links, connector rings, a T-bar, and a swivel clasp.
Antique Chester '1921' 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain | 13.75"
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An Albert chain is a decorative watch chain named after Prince Albert, designed to secure a pocket watch to a waistcoat, often featuring elongated trombone links alternated with circular connector links.

Antique watch chains were typically crafted from solid 9ct, 15ct, or 18ct gold, as well as sterling silver, featuring hand-formed links, T-bars, and spring-loaded swivel clasps.

Authentic British gold chains feature assay marks stamped onto individual links, T-bars, or clasps, indicating the gold purity, assay office location, and the date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Antique watch chains are frequently repurposed into modern neckwear, worn as short choker-length chains or wrapped around the wrist as multi-strand bracelets, using the T-bar and swivel clasp to suspend pendants.

Clean the gold gently using warm water with mild detergent and a soft-bristled brush, taking care to avoid harsh chemical cleaners that could affect solder joints or obscure delicate hallmarks.
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