A lovely antique Victorian mourning watch chain made from black braided silk ribbon and French Jet (glass) beads. The beads are decorative shapes alternating between round faceted and long square tube beads. The central oval bead is ebonized wood. The chain terminates in a black japanned dog-clip at one end and a japanned fancy T-bar at the other. A black silk tassel adds to the decorative appeal and mourning theme!
Sadly, this unusual 'albertina' pocket watch chain isn't a suitable size to wear as a bracelet but she is rare survivor and an authentic way to connect yourself with Victorian fashion!
DETAILS:
GEMSTONE: French Jet (black glass)
MEASUREMENTS: length from t-bar to clip 11-1/2"/29cm, tassel 3-1/2"/9cm in length
CONDITION: excellent for it's age!
DATE: Victorian, circa 1870
WEIGHT: 13.9 grams
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Materials: French Jet.