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Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15"
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Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15"

1900 - 1920
Description

This antique Albert Chain features uniform curb links, a T-bar and a double dog clip fastening, measuring a length of 15", modelled in sterling silver.

The components are all original, made in Birmingham in 1910, at the end of the Edwardian era.

An Albert chain is a decorative chain initially used to attach a pocket watch to the wearer's clothing. The chain was named after Prince Albert, who was said to have been fond of wearing watch chains. The Dog clip would have been used to attach a pocket watch or fob, and the T-Bar would go through the buttonhole of a waistcoat to secure it in place.

METAL

Sterling Silver

MEASUREMENTS

15" length

The links measure 7.38mm across

The dog clips measure 2.2cm x 0.8cm

T-Bar measures 4.0cm

WEIGHT

57.87 grams

HALLMARKS

There is a lion mark on every link

Middle link - EW&S

Dog Clips - EW&S, Lion mark, Date letter l (1910)

T-bar - EW&S, Lion mark, Date letter l (1910)

CONDITION

This antique silver Albert watch chain remains in excellent condition. The links show minor surface wear and natural antique patina. Having all original components makes this a desirable chain in fabulous condition.

Item Number - SD1015

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Albert Chain to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1223660
Dealers Internal Reference
SD1015
Description
This antique Albert Chain features uniform curb links, a T-bar and a double dog clip fastening, measuring a length of 15", modelled in sterling silver.

The components are all original, made in Birmingham in 1910, at the end of the Edwardian era.

An Albert chain is a decorative chain initially used to attach a pocket watch to the wearer's clothing.
Lancastrian Jewellers

The chain was named after Prince Albert, who was said to have been fond of wearing watch chains. The Dog clip would have been used to attach a pocket watch or fob, and the T-Bar would go through the buttonhole of a waistcoat to secure it in place.

fig 1. An antique sterling silver curb link Albert watch chain featuring a T-bar fastener and swivel clip.
fig 1. Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15"

METAL

Sterling Silver

MEASUREMENTS

15" length

The links measure 7.38mm across

The dog clips measure 2.2cm x 0.8cm

T-Bar measures 4.0cm

WEIGHT

57.87 grams

HALLMARKS

There is a lion mark on every link

Middle link - EW&S

fig 2. An antique sterling silver curb link Albert watch chain featuring a T-bar fastener and swivel clip.
fig 2. Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15"

Dog Clips - EW&S, Lion mark, Date letter l (1910)

T-bar - EW&S, Lion mark, Date letter l (1910)

CONDITION

This antique silver Albert watch chain remains in excellent condition. The links show minor surface wear and natural antique patina. Having all original components makes this a desirable chain in fabulous condition.

Item Number - SD1015

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Albert Chain to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1223660
Dealers Internal Ref
SD1015
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We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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An antique sterling silver curb link Albert watch chain featuring a T-bar fastener and swivel clip.
Antique Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15"
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An antique sterling silver curb link Albert watch chain featuring a T-bar fastener and swivel clip.
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Popularised during the Victorian era and named after Prince Albert, an Albert chain is a decorative and functional chain designed to secure a pocket watch to a waistcoat, featuring a T-bar on one end and a swivel clasp on the other.

Albert chains were traditionally crafted from sterling silver, gold, or pinchbeck, utilizing solid metal curb, cable, or belcher links linked to a T-bar and a swivel dog clip clasp.

Authentic British sterling silver Albert chains typically feature lion passant stamps on every individual link, alongside distinct makers marks, date letters, and assay office symbols stamped on the T-bar and swivels.

In addition to their original function with a pocket watch, contemporary fashion frequently repurposes Albert chains as statement collar necklaces, layered chains, or charm bracelets.

Antique sterling silver should be gently buffed with a soft microfibre silver cloth to remove oxidisation while preserving the historic patina in the recessed details; harsh chemical dips should be avoided.
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