{"product_id":"antique-victorian-albert-chain-9ct-gold-2","title":"Antique Victorian Albert Chain 9ct Gold","description":"\u003cp\u003eModelled in solid 9ct gold, this classic antique Victorian Albert chain consists of lustrous curb links, leading to a T-bar at the bottom and its original claw clasps at each end. Each link has developed a lovely rosy-gold patina over time and is verified with a “375\/ 9ct” stamp.  The chain bears an “S.BROS” mark on the clasp and the T-bar has the initials “M\u0026amp;M”, suggesting it was added later to the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert chains were traditionally a practical accessory, worn by gentlemen to secure a pocket watch to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. They have since evolved into versatile and stylish necklaces; a custom that was started by the wives of soldiers during the First World War who wore the chains as a keepsake in the hope they’d return home safely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis luxurious Victorian Albert chain is perfect for layering with other gold chains or worn alone as a statement piece or watch chain. The style is as popular today as it was in the 19th Century, and this is a particularly fine example, with a pleasing weight and bright rosy bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend you insure for £2,250. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eITEM NUMBER: AJ1162\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brilliance and Fire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54301712220545,"sku":"AJ1162","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0112\/8837\/9449\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Albert-Chain-9ct-Gold-cover.jpg?v=1747217897","url":"https:\/\/brillianceandfirejewellery.com\/products\/antique-victorian-albert-chain-9ct-gold-2","provider":"Brilliance and Fire Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}