{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-guard-chain-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-with-medallion","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Guard Chain Silver 18ct Gold Gilt With Medallion","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA grand antique Edwardian guard chain from the early 1900s consisting of graduated curb and twisted figaro links, all fashioned in solid silver, gilded in sunny 18ct yellow gold, with a sterling lion passant stamped upon each link. The chain has been repurposed over time from a traditional Albert chain (possibly 2) into a stylish guard chain with an ample length of 31 inches. The original claw clasp now hangs from the bottom and holds a large, ornate medallion, featuring a crown on top and scrolling, foliate engraving surrounding a crest in the centre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlbert chains were both a fashionable and practical accessory for a gentleman in the 20th Century, often adorned with a pocket watch or fob and secured to the buttonhole of a waistcoat for quick access. Today they’re also worn as versatile and stylish necklaces; a custom started by the wives of soldiers during WW1 who wore the chains as a keepsake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe medallion looks to have been presented as an award as it features an inscription on the back that reads “Presented to – Bro – F. Howard – P.D.P – By the D.M.U.O.O.O.F”. It’s also complete with Birmingham hallmarks, dating to 1912. This Edwardian guard chain is highly collectable and was likely a cherished, family heirloom that has been kept in pristine condition across the centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 102.3 grams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Length 31 inches x Width 8mm across the largest links – Medallion Height 51mm inc. loop x Width 38mm – Clasp Height 24mm (46mm drop) x Width 7mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMETAL: Sterling Silver\/ 18ct Gold gilt\u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAGE: Edwardian. (Circa 1901 – 1912)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: Sterling Lion marks, Birmingham hallmarks, Initials (B\u0026amp;B - V\u0026amp;S)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: 01CP08\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelleryaddiction.com\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jewelleryaddiction.com\/pages\/klarna-interest-free-finance\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jewellery Addiction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55931017527669,"sku":"01CP08","price":1072.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2365\/8967\/files\/Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Guard-Chain-With-Medallion-SOCIAL.jpg?v=1757598318","url":"https:\/\/jewelleryaddiction.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-edwardian-albert-guard-chain-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-with-medallion","provider":"Jewellery Addiction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}