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Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace
Lancastrian Jewellers
for sale €9,705     $10,535
£8,295
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Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace

1900 - 1920
Description

This antique 18ct gold trombone watch chain necklace is as rare as they come! Crafted from bright 18ct yellow gold, this antique chain sits perfectly on your neckline, measuring a wearable length of 17" and would look perfect with any outfit!

An Albert chain is a decorative chain originally 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.

Today, these are often worn as necklaces, and the dog clip or bolt ring can be used to attach charms.

This rare and quality find would make a superb investment for the future.

METAL

18ct Yellow Gold - NITON DXL Tested

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 17" in wearable length - Please check your neck measurement if wearing as a necklace

Trombone links measure 24mm x 5.32mm

Fancy Knot links measure 16.3mm x 6.45mm

Dog Clip measures 2.2cm x 0.7cm

T-bar measures 4.5cm

WEIGHT

44.89 grams

CONDITION

This breathtaking chain is in very good antique condition throughout. The gold is brightly saturated, and the links do have some very light wear, but no damage or thinning. The dog clip and t-bar drop are in perfect antique condition. This rare piece would be a wonderful investment and an excellent addition to anyone's antique collection.

Item Number - 11662

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Trombone Albert Chain to the 1900s.

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SA1233081
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11662
Description
This antique 18ct gold trombone watch chain necklace is as rare as they come! Crafted from bright 18ct yellow gold, this antique chain sits perfectly on your neckline, measuring a wearable length of 17" and would look perfect with any outfit!
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An Albert chain is a decorative chain originally 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.

fig 1. An antique 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.
fig 1. Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace

Today, these are often worn as necklaces, and the dog clip or bolt ring can be used to attach charms.

This rare and quality find would make a superb investment for the future.

METAL

18ct Yellow Gold - NITON DXL Tested

fig 2. An antique 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.
fig 2. Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 17" in wearable length - Please check your neck measurement if wearing as a necklace

Trombone links measure 24mm x 5.32mm

Fancy Knot links measure 16.3mm x 6.45mm

Dog Clip measures 2.2cm x 0.7cm

fig 3. An antique 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.
fig 3. Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace

T-bar measures 4.5cm

WEIGHT

44.89 grams

CONDITION

This breathtaking chain is in very good antique condition throughout. The gold is brightly saturated, and the links do have some very light wear, but no damage or thinning. The dog clip and t-bar drop are in perfect antique condition. This rare piece would be a wonderful investment and an excellent addition to anyone's antique collection.

Item Number - 11662

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Gold Trombone Albert Chain to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1233081
Dealers Internal Ref
11662
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
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 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.

Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace

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Lancastrian Jewellers
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9 Dalton Square
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
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An antique 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.
Antique 17" 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone and Love Knot Albert Chain Necklace
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An antique 18ct yellow gold Albert chain necklace displaying alternating trombone links and twisted love knots with a T-bar attachment.
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FAQs

An Albert chain is a style of pocket watch chain named after Prince Albert, designed to secure a watch to a waistcoat buttonhole using a T-bar.

Albert chains were predominantly crafted from solid karat gold, rolled gold, or sterling silver, often featuring hand-finished trombone or curb links.

Authentic period chains frequently exhibit individual hallmarks or karat stamps on every link, along with traditional swivel clasps and T-bar fittings.

Antique Albert chains are commonly worn as standalone necklaces or wrapped multi-turn bracelets, often displaying the T-bar suspended at the front.

Clean antique gold chains gently using warm water, mild liquid soap, and a soft-bristled brush, ensuring thoroughly dried links to prevent moisture build-up.
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