Victorian Sterling Silver Albert Chain Necklace

£395.00

A substantial Victorian sterling silver Albert chain, made in Birmingham 1896 and now presented as a bold statement necklace. The chain is formed from heavy, rounded curb links, each stamped with the lion passant, and it retains its original T-bar fastening.

The piece includes a full sterling silver drop section, finished with a large orange citrine fob (the fob itself is not silver). The presence of the drop makes the chain particularly versatile: it can be styled traditionally with the drop visible, or worn more cleanly as a necklace with the drop extending the length, as shown. More pendants can be added.

With a total weight of 95.8 grams, this is a notably heavy example, offering excellent presence and balance when worn.

Details

Period: Victorian, late 19th century

Origin: England

Material: Sterling silver

Total weight: 95.8 g

Chain length: 37.5 cm

Drop length: 8.5 cm

Fob size: approx. 8.5 × 2.2 cm

Hallmarks: Lion passant marks to links and T-bar

Condition: Very good antique condition, with age-appropriate wear and patina

A substantial Victorian sterling silver Albert chain, made in Birmingham 1896 and now presented as a bold statement necklace. The chain is formed from heavy, rounded curb links, each stamped with the lion passant, and it retains its original T-bar fastening.

The piece includes a full sterling silver drop section, finished with a large orange citrine fob (the fob itself is not silver). The presence of the drop makes the chain particularly versatile: it can be styled traditionally with the drop visible, or worn more cleanly as a necklace with the drop extending the length, as shown. More pendants can be added.

With a total weight of 95.8 grams, this is a notably heavy example, offering excellent presence and balance when worn.

Details

Period: Victorian, late 19th century

Origin: England

Material: Sterling silver

Total weight: 95.8 g

Chain length: 37.5 cm

Drop length: 8.5 cm

Fob size: approx. 8.5 × 2.2 cm

Hallmarks: Lion passant marks to links and T-bar

Condition: Very good antique condition, with age-appropriate wear and patina