Short Chain Albert
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Antique 9k Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
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This is a shorter length Albert chain at 13.6" total length.
It has a lovely curb link chain with a
Category
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1900s Antique Yellow Gold Double Albert Watch Chain / Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique 15 carat yellow gold, long and short fetter style Albert watch chain; part
Category
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1880 Chi Rho Micro-mosaic Christogram Pendant
Located in Baltimore, MD
watchchain LU25112862012 and a short 15" silver Albert chain, also available on First Dibs.
Category
Antique 1880s English Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
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Questions About Short Chain Albert
- What is an Albert chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021An 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023No, a 20-inch chain generally isn't too short for a man. In fact, 20 inches is the average length for a men's necklace. At this length, a necklace will usually fall to the collarbone. Men may also wish to wear shorter or longer necklaces, depending on their preferences. Find a wide variety of chain necklaces on 1stDibs.