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What is an Albert chain?

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What is an Albert chain?
An Albert chain is a watch chain that traditionally has a bar on one end that is used to attach the chain to a vest buttonhole. The chain's other end has a small swivel clasp that can be attached to a pocket watch. It's named after a type of watch chain worn by Prince Albert during the Victorian era. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage Albert watch chains.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
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Antique 9k Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this impressive antique Albert chain necklace in gold. Dimensions Length of drop 9.69mm/0.38' Width of T bar 2...
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Vintage 1910s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Albert Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
It would have originally been used as an albert/watch chain but today it works perfectly as a necklace.
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Antique 19th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain classic and charming TBar chain The item comes without the box in the photos but will be presented in a gift box Measurements: weight 3...
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Antique 9k Gold Albert Chain Necklace Bloodstone Agate Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 9K Gold Weight: Chain - 22 Grams; Pendant - 15.6 Grams Gemstone: Bloodstone, Agate Measurement: Pendant - 1" x 3/4" Chain - 16" x 3/16" Hallmarks: 375 ITEM DETAILS: A...
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Early 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Albert Chain Necklace 2 Dog Clips White Gold Filled Fancy Link T Bar
Located in New York, NY
THE ALBERT CHAIN NECKLACE IS PERFECT FOR HANGING YOUR FAVORITE LOCKET OR PENDANT.
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Albert Chain Necklace: Edwardian Curb Link
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Makers Mark S B & S Introducing a stunning 18ct yellow gold Edwardian Albert chain, previously used as a pocket watc...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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