{"product_id":"antique-1911-18ct-yellow-gold-trombone-05472","title":"Antique '1911' 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone Chain Necklace | 16.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique 18ct gold trombone watch chain necklace is as rare as they come and is dated to Birmingham 1911! Crafted from bright buttery 18ct yellow gold, this chain sits perfectly on the neckline, measuring a super length of 16.5\" and would look perfect with any outfit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Albert chain is a decorative chain originally used to attach a pocket watch to the wearer's clothing. The chain was named after Prince Albert, who was said to have been fond of wearing watch chains. The Dog clip would have been used to attach the pocket watch, too, and the T-Bar would go through the buttonhole of a waistcoat to secure it in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, these are often worn as necklaces, and the clips can be used to hang a pendant from around the neck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare and quality find would make a superb investment for the future. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMETAL\u003cbr\u003e\n18ct Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasures 16.5\" in length\u003cbr\u003e\nTrombone links measure 14mm x 4mm\u003cbr\u003e\nOval links measure 4.44mm\u003cbr\u003e\nDog Clip measures 1.8cm x 0.6cm\u003cbr\u003e\nBolt ring measures 9.7mm across\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT\u003cbr\u003e\n22.42 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKS\u003cbr\u003e\nEach link - Crown, 18\u003cbr\u003e\nTrombone link - M\u0026amp;M\u003cbr\u003e\nDog clips - 18C\u003cbr\u003e\nMiddle Link ring - Birmingham, Date letter M (1911)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\nThis breathtaking chain is in excellent antique condition throughout. The gold is brightly saturated, and the links, with minimal wear for their age, are all securely connected. The dog clip and bolt ring are in great working order. The bolt ring has less than a 1 mm gap where it doesn't close. Please note that the middle of the chain, where the large ring is, would have originally had a T-bar drop; however, you can now attach a charm if desired. This rare piece would be a wonderful investment and an excellent addition to anyone's antique collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Number - 11807\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lancastrian Jewellers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58855875084669,"sku":"11807","price":3745.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/8598\/0190\/files\/il_fullxfull.8632406216_ltj1.jpg?v=1791291626","url":"https:\/\/www.lancastrianjewellers.com\/products\/antique-1911-18ct-yellow-gold-trombone-05472","provider":"Lancastrian Jewellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}