{"product_id":"antique-chester-1910-sterling-silver-73719","title":"Antique Chester '1910' Sterling Silver Albert Chain Necklace with T-Bar and Dog Clips – 17.5\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Albert Chain features subtle, graduated curb links, a T-bar, and a double-dog clip fastening. It measures a super rare length of 17.5\" and is modelled in sterling silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis chain is hallmarked with the Lion mark on every link. It weighs an impressive 33.7 grams and dates to Chester, 1910. \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\u003eToday, these are worn as necklaces, and the clips can be used to hang pendants or charms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a quality example of an Albert chain, which would make a great addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMETAL\u003cbr\u003e\nSterling Silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEASUREMENTS\u003cbr\u003e\n17.5\" necklace length\u003cbr\u003e\nLinks measure 6.54mm across the widest part\u003cbr\u003e\nLinks measure 4.3mm across the thinnest part\u003cbr\u003e\nThe dog clips measure 2.3cm x 0.7cm\u003cbr\u003e\nT-Bar measures 4.0cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWEIGHT\u003cbr\u003e\n33.72 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHALLMARKS\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is a lion mark on every link\u003cbr\u003e\nMiddle link - E.P\u003cbr\u003e\nMiddle link - Chester, k (1910)\u003cbr\u003e\nBoth Dog Clips - Lion mark, Date letter k (1910)\u003cbr\u003e\nT-bar - B\u0026amp;S, Lion mark, Date letter n (1919)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\nThis antique silver Albert watch chain remains in very good condition. The links, each bearing the lion mark, show light surface wear and a typical antique patina. The dog clips are in excellent working order. This excellent antique watch chain makes it a superb addition to your antique collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eItem Number - SD1018\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lancastrian Jewellers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58357117256061,"sku":"SD1018","price":425.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/8598\/0190\/files\/il_fullxfull.8270035379_qkh1.jpg?v=1783427484","url":"https:\/\/www.lancastrianjewellers.com\/products\/antique-chester-1910-sterling-silver-73719","provider":"Lancastrian Jewellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}