This beautifully crafted antique Victorian Albert chain has been fashioned in Sterling Silver, gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold. A decorative T-bar separates the main chain from the drop, with the medallion hanging beneath. It is a beautiful example of Victorian craftsmanship.

Albert chains were used in the Victorian era to secure a pocket watch against accident or theft by attaching it via the T-bar to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. They were named after Prince Albert, who was Queen Victoria’s consort until his death in 1861.

The medallion is adorned with intricate engravings built around a central shield design. It is fully hallmarked, and dated 1897. The shield has been engraved at a later date with the inscription: ‘L.J. 1915’.

This is a solid, well made piece with a good weight which holds securely with the addition of a double trigger clasp.

WEIGHT: 106.5 grams

MAIN CHAIN MEASURES: Length 15 inches

DROP MEASURES: Length 2 inches

MEDALLION MEASURES: Width 31mm x Height 44mm x Depth 4mm

METAL: Sterling Silver, gilded in 18ct Yellow Gold

AGE: Victorian, Dated 1897

ORIGIN: Birmingham, United Kingdom

MARKS: Sterling Silver hallmarks on every link, Makers initials ‘E.W. & S’ on T-bar and clasp, Birmingham hallmarks on medallion.

CONDITION: Excellent

ITEM NUMBER: 20-139