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Matinee Length Fancy Fetter Watch or Guard Chain in Yellow Gold with Swivel Clip

$2,280
£1,737.01
€2,002.84
CA$3,190.81
A$3,565.20
CHF 1,865
MX$43,720.81
NOK 23,831.11
SEK 22,598.21
DKK 14,948.30
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About the Item

This is an old watch chain that long ago got separated from its watch. We added a dog (aka swivel) clip and now it's just as moderne and versatile as can be at 21" long and 3.5mm wide. This link style - a twisted oval girding a decorative ridged barrel -- was popular in the early 1900s, but it's impossible to nail down a date because we don't have a maker's mark. The end loop is stamped -- you can just make out the "14K" -- but the maker's mark is worn down. The swivel clip is similarly (and frustratingly) unmarked, but it's from our scary "Pocket Watch Drawer," so it's probably of the same early 1900s vintage. The current length is 21." Note that the chain's length is not adjustable because there isn't enough space in the links to fit the tooth of the swivel clip. If you would prefer a shorter (permanent) length, just let us know and we'll shorten the chain at no charge. The total weight of this 14 karat gold chain is 19.4 grams.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    19.4 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.14 in (3.5 mm)Length: 20.87 in (530 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1910
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: We added the 14 karat gold swivel clip, which is probably slightly newer than the chain. Both pieces are in excellent condition and have been thoroughly cleaned and polished. Polished.
  • Seller Location:
    Sherman Oaks, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FD03471stDibs: LU1673115514302

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