Antique 18ct Gold Albert Watch Chain
When we say that this is a once in a lifetime chain, we are not exaggerating... 18ct gold Albert watch chains are becoming increasingly difficult to find on the secondhand market. But this one is not just any watch chain. It can be worn in so many ways that you will find yourself wanting to wear it every day, and because the chain is made to the highest quality and in fantastic condition, you can wear it all day every day.
It is incredibly veratile with the extra hanging bolt clasp to hold your charm collection or favourite pendant, the ability to wear it long or short lariat style, and the buttery perfectly patinaed 18ct gold and uniform solid curb links are the icing on the cake.
It's a wonderful longer length, as many times these watch chains are on the shorter side. It will make the most perfect necklace whether you want to wear it on its own or add it to your neck stack collection.
The chain is made from solid 18ct yellow gold with a softness to it from its many years of life. If you prefer a high shine this can be achieved by a jeweller giving it a polish - we do not do this as we love the old gold look as it is something that cannot be replicated.
The swivel T bar and extra bolt clasp slide freely along the chain. This means you can wear this chain so many different ways. Attach it the conventional way with the T bar and extra bolt clasp on show, or create a new look by attaching one of the clasps to the floating bolt clasp to create a lariat style chain. No matter which way you wear it, you're going to get lots of attention wearing this rare beauty.
Hallmarks: Every link is stamped with "Crown 18", some worn but still visible. The T bar is stamped "Crown 18" and a makers mark "F&S". Dog clasp is stamped "18c". Hallmarks on both bolt clasps have worn but they have tested as 18ct gold. There is an assay mark and year letter but both are too worn to decipher.
Condition: The chain is in fantastic antique condition. All clasps are strong and springy. The links show light surface wear commensurate with age - some hallmarks have worn soft with time.
Weight: 57.82g
Length: 17.5" (end dog clasp attached to end bolt clasp) 18" (end dog clasp attached to sliding bolt clasp)
Era: Late 1800s/Early 1900s
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