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Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain Necklace with Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
A treat of a Silver Book Chain and locket necklace that has the beautiful engraving of the
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1870s British Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Yellow Gold Column and Heart Motif Book Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous gold book chain from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This amazing handmade piece is crafted
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Book Chain

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ornate Gold Etruscan Link Book Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
This gold book chain from the Victorian era (ca1880) is quite an outstanding piece! English in
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1880s English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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15k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Gold Filled Book Chain Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
Antique rose gold filled pendant book chain choker necklace . Central pendant acts as a clasp and
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Victorian Sterling Engraved Book Chain Locket Necklace Birmingham c. 1880
Located in Berkeley, CA
period. It has beautiful engraved studs on the chain accented with round studs for a three dimensional
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1880s English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain & Rectangular Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian silver book chain
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Sterling Silver Victorian Book Chain & Oval Engraved Locket Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A fabulous, Victorian silver book chain
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Hardstone Cameo Locket Necklace Hand Carved Antique Book Chain 1870
Located in New York, NY
BEAUTIFUL WOMAN. THE LOCKET HANGS FROM A WONDERFUL BOOK BELCHER CHAIN. THE NECKLACE DATES TO C1860-1890
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Onyx, Gold-filled

19th C. Nickel Silver Métal Extra Blanc French Adjustable Book Chain Dog Collar
Located in Haarlem, NL
An impressive antique white metal or nickel silver adjustable book chain linked collar, probably
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Nickel

Victorian Book Chain Necklace Antique Dog Clip For Locket Or Pendant circa 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BOOK BELCHER CHAIN NECKLACE IN A BRAIDED MESH DESIGN WITH TWO
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold-filled

Antique Edwardian fancy link bracelet, Pink and Blue paste
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous and unusual antique fancy link bracelet. It is quite a chunky bracelet with fancy book
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Book Chain

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Steel

Antique 9k gold chunky rolo link chain necklace, Victorian, Forget me not
Located in NEWARK, GB
. It has elements of the Georgian era styles and also a book chain look to it, very versatile and
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Book Chain

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 21KT Yellow Gold Book Link Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This vintage book is crafted in rich 21K yellow gold and dates from the 1920's. This chain gets its
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1920s Art Deco Antique Book Chain

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Yellow Gold

Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Heavy 9ct Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar Two dog clips and each link stamped
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold

Hardy & Hayes Antique Baroque Pearl and Diamond Snake Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
encircling three baroque pearl eggs, completed by a bracelet of curb link chain. Modeled to rest comfortably
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Carat Gold Albert Trombone and Twist Design Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
book Measurements: weight 39.48g, length 36cm, width 6mm Materials: 9ct gold Hallmarks: stamped
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold

Victorian locket pendant book collar chain necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
AN IMPRESSIVE VICTORIAN c.1880 ENGRAVED WITH FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE LOCKET PENDANT ON THE BOOK COLLAR
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1880s European Late Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Base Metal

Antique Victorian silver locket pendant, Leaf engraved, Aesthetic
Located in NEWARK, GB
. This would look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian silver locket pendant, Floral, large
Located in NEWARK, GB
attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and era: Victorian era, unmarked, tests as sterling silver
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique silver locket pendant, Butterfly and Roses, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
would look great hung on a nice silver long chain or attached to a book chain necklace. Marks and era
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver 'Amity Eternity Infinity' Locket
Located in Brisbane, QLD
modelled and styled photographs the locket is pictured with a Victorian sterling silver book chain which is
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Book Link Chain and Locket with Birds, Animals, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
This fabulous and one-of-a-kind Victorian antique book link chain is beautifully adorned with rose
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1880s European Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Fill Locket
Located in Venice, CA
1 1/8” inches wide. The locket is pictured here on a book chain that is also available on Kirsten’s
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1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Book Chain

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Gold-filled

Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Fill Locket
Victorian Etruscan Revival Gold Fill Locket
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H 2.25 in W 1.13 in
19th Century Light-Brown French Walnut Library Ladder, Antique Book Shelf
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
hand crafted Walnut wood and easy to fold and fix, particularized by brass chain. Very stable, sturdy
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19th Century Italian Antique Book Chain

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Metal, Brass

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Located in Athens, GR
Tampulous. One of the most chosen artifacts for book covers and posters. It’s size and richness of
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Book Chain

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18k Gold, 22k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
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H 4.33 in W 1.692 in D 0.472 in L 13.77 in
Book Form Goldstone Picture Locket Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian, 1890
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A CLASSIC BOOK FORM VICTORIAN PICTURE LOCKET PENDANT OR CHARM IN SOLID 14 KARAT GOLD WITH
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Family Book Locket Charm 14k Rose Gold Pendant Opens 8 Photo
Located in Torrance, CA
chain or worn as a charm on a bracelet. The locket is in good condition showing light wear. We have
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian 14 KT Large Carnelian Fob 1806 Plus 18 KT Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Divis hallmarks book ref. n.64) – assay on the chain Gems: 1 oval natural un-engraved carnelian of 35 x
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Early 1800s Czech Georgian Antique Book Chain

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian 14 KT Large Carnelian Fob 1806 Plus 18 KT Chain
Georgian 14 KT Large Carnelian Fob 1806 Plus 18 KT Chain
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H 1.97 in W 1.58 in L 35.04 in
Chained Woman and Four Figures - Etching by G.B. Tiepolo - 1785
By Giovanni Battista Tiepolo
Located in Roma, IT
Chained woman and four figures is an etching realized by Giambattista Tiepolo, in 1785.  Sheet 32
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1740s Old Masters Antique Book Chain

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Etching

Minton Majolica Platter with Lattice Work and Daisy Chain Border, Dated 1880
By Minton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
, surrounded by basketweave latticework, with a continuous chain of daisies forming the border, impressed marks
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Majolica

Early 18thc French Watercolor Portrait Seated Lady Drawing Castle in Background
Located in Savannah, GA
blue bodice ribbon, the chain and magnifying glass around her neck and small brooch under her chin. She
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1820s French Neoclassical Antique Book Chain

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Glass, Giltwood, Paper

Antique Silver Niello Locket Pendant Necklace Stars Initials A W
Located in Munich, Bavaria
foxtail chains terminate in a silver element decorated on both sides with a flower in relief.. A swivel
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1880s Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Niello

Roman Bronze & Lead Steelyard Weight
Located in London, GB
Cherub with wings, shown wearing a chain around his neck and with white eyes. with his wavy hair
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Antique Book Chain

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Bronze, Lead

Roman Bronze & Lead Steelyard Weight
Roman Bronze & Lead Steelyard Weight
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H 3.3 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in
Antique Moonstone and Cabochon Ruby Gold Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
beautiful! Chain not included The item comes without the box in the photo but will be presented in a
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19th Century Unknown Artist Antique Book Chain

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Moonstone, Ruby, Gold

Antique Moonstone and Cabochon Ruby Gold Pendant
Antique Moonstone and Cabochon Ruby Gold Pendant
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W 0.79 in L 1.97 in
Victorian Snake Gold Brooch Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
chain or a cord, like a pendant. Once it was common to communicate a message via pin or brooch
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Gold

Georgian Masons Ironstone Desert Plate in Pink Rose on Stem & Rock ptn, Ca 1818
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
bold colors, with gold gilding highlights. There is a colourful chain border in burnt orange and gold
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Book Chain

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Ironstone

19th Century French School Still Life Painting
Located in Winter Park, FL
bowl of apples, a lady's fan propping open a small book, next to a gold lournette on a pink beaded
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19th Century French Antique Book Chain

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Canvas, Giltwood, Paint

19th Century French School Still Life Painting
19th Century French School Still Life Painting
H 27.75 in W 24.25 in D 2.25 in
Art Nouveau Platinum Brooch Natural Pearls Diamonds Bow, 1910
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
brooch. 1910. Set with natural Pearls and old European cut Diamonds. Platinum. A small security chain
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Book Chain

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

KineticPuppetStringsPinocchio GoldTexturedChainLink3Strand Early20thC. Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
unsigned pre-WWII yellow-gold-gilt brass necklace with elegant draping chains features a three-inch-long
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Early 20th Century American Artisan Antique Book Chain

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Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Brass

Antique Tree Trunk Base Stained Glass Wilkinson Shade Cattails & Water Lilies
Located in Toledo, OH
chains. Three sockets. Shade has a photo in Mosaic Shades Volume II by Paul Christ book.
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Early 20th Century North American Art Nouveau Antique Book Chain

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Glass

Vintage Art Deco silver and enamel watch fob pendant, Eisteddfod
Located in NEWARK, GB
sword. Below this is a small enamelled open book. The embossed writing surrounding the fob reads; City
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

King Henry VI in Prayer, Original Hand-Colored Lithograph, 1847
Located in Langweer, NL
, along with a fur-lined cloak. His red hat is adorned with a jewel, and he wears a heavy chain, possibly
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1840s Antique Book Chain

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Paper

Ancient Roman silver coin pin brooch with Sergia: Marcus Sergius Silus mounted
Located in Braintree, GB
Marcus Sergius is found in the seventh book of Pliny's Natural History, published in AD 77: ' Nobody
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Book Chain

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18k Gold, Silver

Important Early 20th Century Mughal Prayer Necklace, Silver and Gold wash, Heavy
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Oppi Untracht's "Traditional Jewelry of India. I will include a used copy of the book in the sale of
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Early 20th Century Indian Empire Antique Book Chain

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Gold, Silver

Mason's Ironstone Jug or Pitcher in Rare Shape with Serpent Handle, circa 1830
By Mason's Ironstone
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
typical bold colors over an under-glaze printed floral pattern called wavy floral chain with floral sprigs
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Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Book Chain

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Ironstone

Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
accessory for a boy. The needle work used to create the embroidery includes chain stiches and long and
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Book Chain

Materials

Silk

Cartier Paris 1925 Art Deco Enamel Vanity Case In 18 Kt Yellow Gold & Moonstones
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
retractable lipstick holder a mechanical pencil and a writing panel. It is fitted with a detachable chain
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Book Chain

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Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Liberty & Co Arts and Crafts Silver, Citrine and Enamel Necklace Circa 1910
By Liberty of London
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
fine silver belcher chain sections. With a design number ‘8968’, it can be seen in a book of Liberty
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1910s Arts and Crafts Antique Book Chain

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Citrine, Silver

Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
design in satin stitches, the border with twisted chain stitches. The outer lobes are in the shape of
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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Book Chain

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Silk

Minton Majolica Large Fruit Bowl with Three Pigeons Support, English, Dated 1870
By Minton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
interior, with a daisy chain molded rim, supported by three fan-tail pigeons glazed in shades of blue
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Majolica

MiriamHaskell 1926-39 ArtDeco Enamel Aqua GiltFiligree Scallop BrassClipEarrings
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
from the 1930s that were identified by author Cathy Gordon, who wrote the revised hardcover book Miriam
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Book Chain

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Enamel, Brass, Gold

Evans Shrewsbury 1763-1856 Sterling Pair Cases Fusee Demi Hunter Pocket Watch
Located in Miami, FL
). Movement: Fusee and chain movement, signed Evans Shrewsbury and numbered 783. Gilded verge movement with
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Late 18th Century English Early Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Framed Chinese Embroidered and Appliqued Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
designs were lineated with metallic threads buddled in chain stitches. Small black pearls were used to
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Book Chain

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Silk

Framed Chinese Embroidered Silk Collar Qing Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
lineated with metallic threads buddled in chain stitches. Small jade beads were used to link the piece
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Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Book Chain

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Silk

The Awakening of Spring, Early 20th Century Signed Oil Landscape
By Margaret Dovaston
Located in London, GB
Great War’. This work was published in instalments by the Standard Art Book Co Ltd and describes some of
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Early 1900s Modern Antique Book Chain

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Canvas, Oil

Cartusia Bruxellensis Monastery in Brussels: A 17th C. Hand-colored Engraving
By Lucas Vorsterman the Younger
Located in Alamo, CA
Antonius Sanderus' book 'Chorographia sacra Brabantiae sive celebrium aliquot in ea provincia ecclesiarum
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Antique Book Chain

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Engraving

A Minton Majolica Turquoise Ground Snake-Handled Jardinière, Dated 1858
By Gottfried Semper, Minton
Located in Banner Elk, NC
band of oblong chain-work reserves with green stylized leaves and glazed in rose, green, and yellow
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1850s English Victorian Antique Book Chain

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Majolica

Rare Antique English SeaChart of Bali, Lombok, Floris, Borneo, Celebes etc, 1711
Located in Langweer, NL
are the islands of Bali and Lombok. Following the chain are the islands of Flores and Sumbawa
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1710s Antique Book Chain

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Paper

Victorian Watercolor Portrait of Scandalous Lady Painted by M King Signed Dated
By Mr. King
Located in Katonah, NY
tell is a genuine piece of history. In the portrait, Hanah wears white with a gold chain and cross
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Book Chain

Materials

Paper, Wood

Jean Racine Portrait: 17th C. Engraving by Edelinck in Perrault's Les Hommes
By Gerard Edelinck
Located in Alamo, CA
subsequently a secretary of the king . This beautiful engraved portrait is printed on chain-linked, laid paper
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Late 17th Century Old Masters Antique Book Chain

Materials

Engraving

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Antique Book Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique book chain you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Silver, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for an antique book chain from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. An antique book chain can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Pearl rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. When shopping for an antique book chain, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Antique Book Chain?

The price for an antique book chain starts at $285 and tops out at $15,595 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,675.
Questions About Antique Book Chain
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A book chain is a type of antique Victorian jewelry designed for lockets, cameos, chains, and necklaces. Each link in a book chain is a rectangular folded piece of metal that resembles a book and is made of solid gold or sterling silver. During the late Art Deco era of the 1930s and 1940s, book chain jewelry was popular during the Victorian jewelry resurgence (“Victorian Revival”). Shop for vintage jewelry from all over the world on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A Victorian book chain is a piece of jewelry — usually a necklace — that can be found in gold, sterling silver and other materials. Each link in the chain is a rectangle-shaped piece of folded metal that resembles a book. Shop a collection of vintage and modern Victorian book chains from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.