{"product_id":"antique-86g-sterling-silver-chunky-curb-77270","title":"Antique 86g Sterling Silver Chunky Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace – 15.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis heavy antique Albert Chain features chunky graduated curb links, a T-bar and a double dog clip fastening, measuring 15.5 \" in length, modelled in sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Albert chain is a decorative chain initially 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 a pocket watch or fob, and the T-Bar would go through the buttonhole of a waistcoat to secure it in place. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMETAL\u003cbr\u003e\nSterling Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\n15.5\" length\u003cbr\u003e\nThe links measure 10mm across the widest point\u003cbr\u003e\nThe links measure 7.25mm across the thinnest point\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dog clips measure 2.2cm x 0.8cm\u003cbr\u003e\nT-Bar measures 4.1cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT\u003cbr\u003e\n86.12 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKS\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is a lion mark on every link (some worn)\u003cbr\u003e\nMiddle link - G.F.B (George Frank Bickerton)\u003cbr\u003e\nLink ring - Birmingham, Date letter V (1920)\u003cbr\u003e\nDog Clips - G.F.B, Date letter V (1920)\u003cbr\u003e\nT-bar - G.F.B, Lion mark, Date letter V (1920)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\nThis antique silver Albert watch chain is in excellent condition. The links show only minor surface wear and feature an attractive, darkened patina that enhances its character. The Albert chain is all original, with the same maker's mark and date letters throughout. Overall, this is a beautiful watch chain and a valuable addition to any antique collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Number - 11926\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lancastrian Jewellers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58991133622653,"sku":"11926","price":645.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/8598\/0190\/files\/il_fullxfull.8798755239_mhaa.jpg?v=1793109636","url":"https:\/\/www.lancastrianjewellers.com\/products\/antique-86g-sterling-silver-chunky-curb-77270","provider":"Lancastrian Jewellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}