Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Sterling Silver 18ct Gold Gilt Amethyst

Antique Edwardian Albert Chain Sterling Silver 18ct Gold Gilt AmethystA grand antique Edwardian Albert chain made up of faceted cable links and larger, interlocking feta links with jagged edges and engraved patterning down the sides. Theyre fashioned in sterling silver and have been given a bright 18ct yellow gold finish. Albert chains were named after Prince Albert, Queen Victorias consort and were traditionally worn by gentlemen to secure a pocket watch to the buttonhole of a waistcoat. Today, they are also worn as

FACE MEASURES: Height 9mm x Width 15mm x Depth 2mm

MEASURES: 54 inches in length – Width 3mm across

(Dated 1928)

It’s been beautifully preserved and is complete with a lock of black hair inside that most likely belonged to the lady in the accompanying photograph who may have been the wife or mother of the original owner and was clearly very dear to them

ITEM NUMBER: 24-36

The back of the locket is also beautifully engraved with detailed artistry along with Birmingham hallmarks which date the piece to 1883

It depicts an elderly lady in traditional Victorian attire

Maker’s mark (LC)

Enamelled shield

MEASURES: Height 68mm x Width 44mm x Depth 5

Crescent moons were a symbol of the feminine moon goddess and represented change and female empowerment in the Victorian Era

foliate panel and love knots