A beautiful heavy duty antique Victorian sterling silver Albert watch chain boasting an oversized gold and silver very decorative fob. This fabulous chunky chain has thick solid silver curb links that are stamped throughout the links in the British lion passant for sterling, always a sign of quality in a watch chain.
Measuring 17" (43cm) between the clip and T-bar it has a long drape length when worn as a watch chain and it is a great length to wear as a unique necklace (the dog-clip can be clipped to any link).
The silver fob is oversized in an openwork scrolling design with engraved floral detailing. Each side has a different gold shield shaped vacant cartouche to accommodate engraved monograms. One is a heart shaped shield and the other a square shield. A fabulous top quality statement sized heavy chunky silver watch chain with infinite possibilities! We have more photos on our website
DETAILS:
MATERIALS: sterling silver
WEIGHT: 60.5 grams
HALLMARKS: stamped 'lion passant' throughout the links. Dog-clip stamped 'lion passant' and worn date letter. Fob stamped 'lion passant', 'anchor' for Birmingham, date letter 'e' for 1904 and makers mark 'JWT' for James Walter Tiptaft. No markings on the T-bar. All components have been acid tested and confirmed sterling
MEASUREMENTS: 21" (53cm) from the end of the fob to the end of the clip. Drop length 5" (12.5cm). The links are 2.1mm thick and 10x8mm. T-bar 1-1/2" (4cm) long. Dog-clip 25 x 7.75mm. Fob 1-1/2" (4cm) tall
DATE: Victorian circa 1900
CONDITION: in excellent overall antique condition with age wear appropriate wear and no noted flaws. Note any dark spots are reflections.
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear and enjoy or give as a gift.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
* Our photographs have been taken in extreme close up to show you every tiny detail. This often means that any flaws or damage which you can see on the photos will be invisible when viewed normally with the eye. This can also mean that the item can appear larger on the screen than it is in person, so please be sure to read our written description to double check all sizes and dimensions.
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Materials: Sterling Silver, 61 Grams.