{"product_id":"antique-victorian-albert-chain-solid-9ct-gold-with-t-bar","title":"Antique Victorian Albert Chain Solid 9ct Gold With T Bar 24.2 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in Birmingham in the late 19th Century, this long antique Victorian Albert chain is crafted from solid 9ct yellow gold, each large curb link displaying a warm golden hue and “375\/ 9ct” stamp to verify its quality. Originally designed as a watch chain, it is complete with the classic T-bar at the bottom and one remaining claw clasp, suggesting it was later converted to be worn as a necklace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlbert chains were both a stylish and functional accessory for gentlemen in the 19th century, typically holding a pocket watch or fob and fastened to a waistcoat buttonhole for easy access. Today, they have evolved into versatile and fashionable necklaces, a tradition that began during World War I, when soldiers’ wives wore them as sentimental keepsakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis luxurious 9ct gold Albert chain is a timeless piece of Victorian heritage. The style is as popular today as it was back then, and this is a particularly fine example, with a solid weight, ample length and bright yellow bloom. It’s complete with separate maker’s marks on the clasp and bar, belonging to Henry Allday \u0026amp; Sons and Fattorini \u0026amp; Sons Ltd, indicating one component has been added overtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend you insure for £4,500. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eITEM NUMBER: AJ1237 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brilliance and Fire","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54876735865217,"sku":"AJ1237","price":3995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0112\/8837\/9449\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Albert-Chain-Solid-9ct-Gold-cover.jpg?v=1760442114","url":"https:\/\/brillianceandfirejewellery.com\/products\/antique-victorian-albert-chain-solid-9ct-gold-with-t-bar","provider":"Brilliance and Fire Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}