{"product_id":"victorian-9k-gold-albert-chain-chester-hallmarked-fetter-link-41-36g","title":"Victorian 9K Gold Albert Chain, Chester Hallmarked, Fetter Link, 41.36g","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Victorian 9 carat gold Albert chain from Chester, with long fetter links, cable links through the middle, and a warm rosy patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid 9 carat gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e ACCo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssay Office:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chester, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late Victorian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 inches (38 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLink width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLink thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 41.36 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClasps:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dog clip at each end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHallmarks\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9 and .375 on each link, the British mark for 9 carat gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChester Assay Office\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate letter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eACCo maker's mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery link carries its own mark, which lets you verify the gold and the assay office along the whole length rather than at one point only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Piece\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong flat fetter links alternate with short round cable links, so the chain reads as a bold repeating pattern rather than a uniform rope. It is the classic Albert layout, made to carry a pocket watch across a waistcoat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe links are thick where they join, which is exactly where antique chains usually give out. This one is solid at every connection and has no repairs anywhere along it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe colour is worth mentioning. Nine carat gold carries more copper than higher karats, and this chain has taken on a warm rosy tone with age that sits beautifully against skin. It reads softer and pinker than a 14 or 18 carat chain would.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 41.36 grams it has real weight in the hand. Both dog clips still open and close crisply.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStyling\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 15 inches it sits high, right at the collarbone, which makes it a strong choice worn on its own. A dog clip at each end means you can hang a pendant from either side, clip the chain back to itself for a shorter loop, or swap charms in and out without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthentication \u0026amp; Metal Verification\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece has been tested using XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) analysis to confirm gold purity and authenticity. In addition to the British hallmarks on every link, we have verified the composition of the chain itself. We will provide the purchaser with a copy of the XRF report for their records. This is an extra level of transparency rarely available with antique jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent antique condition. Hallmarks are in good shape, though the maker's mark is a little faded. Links are strong and thick at the connections, not flimsy. Both dog clips work well. No repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll estate, vintage and antique jewelry is sold AS IS, with no repairs or enhancements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for one necklace only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you like what you see, please follow along at @sterlingstyleshop on Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sterlingstyleshop\/\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs always, if you have any questions or would like additional photos or video, please message me.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Style Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48230561710306,"sku":"234","price":5709.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/9435\/1586\/files\/SKU0234-3876.jpg?v=1787011510","url":"https:\/\/sterlingstyleshop.com\/products\/victorian-9k-gold-albert-chain-chester-hallmarked-fetter-link-41-36g","provider":"Sterling Style Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}