Antique 9 Karat Rose Gold Albert Watch Chain, Birmingham, 1912, T-Bar Pendant

The Albert chain, or Prince Albert chain as it is also known by was designed in the 1800's for Prince Albert to fit through a waist coat and hold a pocket watch on one end and the ke...

This exceptional, fine and impressive antique watch chain has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The Albert chain incorporates a total of fifty-four hallmarked plain curb style links, in a barrel link design. The connecting links of the chain are comprised of fifty-two circular links bearing a faceted finish. The central ring loop link from which a hallmarked T-bar suspends further features a small chain extension; the extension consists of two faceted links and three curb links, in addition to plain round links. The chain is fitted to either end with a hallmarked swivel clasp. The chain is hallmarked with the fineness mark for 9k gold (9, 375) to each component, in addition to the maker's mark (MD) and Birmingham Assay Office mark (anchor) to the T-bar and the maker's mark to the clasps. By virtue of its length, this impressive example of antique jewellery may be worn as a necklace, alternatively the chain may be wrapped multiple times around the wrist to be worn as a bracelet. This exceptional chain is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire. Condition This impressive Albert chain is superior quality and a superior gauge of gold. The chain is in excellent condition, with very clear hallmarks to the clasps, T-bar and curb links. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive antique Edwardian T bar watch chain...

This beautiful 9ct rose gold antique Albert chain is in immaculate condition for a piece of this age, and these chains are increasingly rare. Each link is meticulously stamped with ...

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham) Gorgeous, Edwardian, curb link chain. This lovely, double watch...

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Victorian Fabulous Victorian Albert Chain Classic Curb Link (Links Approx 4.5mm) Stamped 9 & 375 on Each & Every Link Features Two Dog Clips...

Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 Hallmarked Birmingham (no date letter) Makers Mark B & S- Benjamin Henry Britton and Sons. Established in Birmingham 1855- Makers of Pocket Watch Chains. Fabulous Edwardian, Double Graduated Curb Link. Double Dog Clip...