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Why is it called an Albert chain?
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An Albert chain is referred to as such because it is the style of watch chain that Prince Albert preferred to wear. The chain features a horizontal bar at the end that slips through a buttonhole in a vest to keep it secure. Browse 1stDibs to find a collection of Albert chains from some of the world’s top boutiques.
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Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace, 1889
By John Grinsell & Sons
Located in London, GB
An exceptional and substantial antique Victorian 9ct rose gold Double Albert watch chain, beautifully crafted by the highly acclaimed Birmingham chain-makers, John Grinsell & Son...
Category
Antique 1880s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Rose Gold
Victorian Silver Double Albert Chain with Medallion
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An Albert chain is an essential in any gents wardrobe. This particular Albert is simple with a dog clip on one end and a t-bar on the other with two medallions. The chain on this Al...
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian More Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Victorian Silver Double Albert Chain with Medallion
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An Albert chain is an essential in any gents wardrobe. This particular Albert is simple with two dog clips with a medallion and a t-bar in the middle.
Length: 30.5cm
Weight: 49.8g
Category
Antique 1880s British Victorian More Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Antique 9ct Gold Albert Chain: Edwardian Double-Graduated Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Our 9ct gold double graduated Albert chain features beautifully crafted links that increase in size from 3.9mm to 5.6mm, creating a visually dynamic and elegant style.
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Double Graduated Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Our 9ct gold double graduated Albert chain features beautifully crafted links that increase in size from 5.4mm to an impressive 7.2mm, creating a visually dynamic and elegant style.
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
English Double Albert 42g Gold Watch Chain Necklace E.W&S T-Bar Sydenham Bros.
Located in New York, NY
Victorian English Antique 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain – 42 Grams – Fully Hallmarked – Edward W.
Category
Antique 1890s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
