{"product_id":"antique-edwardian-albert-chain-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch-with-t-bar","title":"Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Silver 18ct Gold Gilt 16.5 Inch With T-Bar","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis classic antique Edwardian Albert chain consists of solid silver curb links, each stamped with a sterling lion mark and gilded in a sunny 18ct yellow gold. It’s complete with its original claw clasps and a T-bar suspended from a length of chain at the bottom, likely a later addition. The clasps and bar are complete with hallmarks that have faded over time but indicate both components were made in Birmingham in the early 1900s.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAlbert chains were both a stylish and functional accessory for gentlemen in the early 20th century, typically holding a pocket watch or fob and fastened to a waistcoat buttonhole for easy access. Today, they have evolved into versatile and fashionable necklaces, a tradition that began during World War I, when soldiers’ wives wore them as sentimental keepsakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePerfect worn as a traditional Albert chain or as a luxurious statement necklace, this exquisite piece is a timeless design that is as popular today as it was back then and this is a particularly fine example, with a heavy weight and bright yellow bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWEIGHT: 38.2 grams  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMEASURES: Length 16.5 inches x Width 6mm – T-Bar Length 40mm x Drop 43mm down\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 – 1910)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMARKS: Faded Sterling Lion stamps, Birmingham hallmarks, Maker’s marks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eITEM NUMBER: 25-241\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":56139487248757,"sku":"25-241","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/2365\/8967\/files\/25-241-Antique-Edwardian-Albert-Chain-Silver-18ct-Gold-Gilt-social2.jpg?v=1761137262","url":"https:\/\/jewelleryaddiction.com\/products\/antique-edwardian-albert-chain-silver-18ct-gold-gilt-16-5-inch-with-t-bar","provider":"Jewellery Addiction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}