This exceptional, fine and impressive antique watch chain has been crafted in 9 ct yellow gold.
The Albert chain incorporates a total of fifty-four hallmarked plain curb style links, in a barrel link design.
The connecting links of the chain are comprised of fifty-two circular links bearing a faceted finish.
The central ring loop link from which a hallmarked T-bar suspends further features a small chain extension; the extension consists of two faceted links and three curb links, in addition to plain round links.
The chain is fitted to either end with a hallmarked swivel clasp.
The chain is hallmarked with the fineness mark for 9ct gold (9, 375) to each component, in addition to the maker's mark (MD) and Birmingham Assay Office mark (anchor) to the T-bar and the maker's mark to the clasps.
By virtue of its length, this impressive example of antique jewellery may be worn as a necklace, alternatively the chain may be wrapped multiple times around the wrist to be worn as a bracelet.
This exceptional chain is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
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Date: Circa 1910
