Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Albert Chain to the 1920s.
The components are all original, made in Birmingham in 1924, during the Art Deco era.
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
15.5" necklace length
The links measure 6.64mm across
The dog clips measure 2.0cm x 0.7cm
T-Bar measures 3.7cm
WEIGHT
37.9 grams
HALLMARKS
There is a lion mark on every link
Middle link - HB&S
Dog Clips - HB&S, Lion mark, Date letter Z (1924)
T-bar - HB&S, Lion mark, Date letter Z (1924)
Link ring - Birmingham, Date letter Z (1924)
CONDITION
This antique silver Albert watch chain remains in excellent condition. The links show minor surface wear and natural antique patina. With all original components, this is a desirable chain in fabulous condition.
Item Number - SD1017
Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Albert Chain to the 1920s.
We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery
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Antique '1924' Sterling Silver Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace 15.5"
