A grand antique Edwardian Albert chain made up of solid sterling silver curb links with a medallion and vesta case suspended from the bottom. All the parts were made in Birmingham and bear hallmarks and sterling lion marks. The chain is dated 1910 and has been fitted with an older vesta case, marked 1909 and a newer medallion marked 1927. Albert chains were popularised and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s consort in the 19th Century and were traditionally worn by gentlemen to secure a Stylish Necklace, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria, Birmingham, Gentleman, 19th Century, Lion, Prince, Queen
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Antique Edwardian Albert Chain With Medallion And Vesta Case Sterling Silver

A grand antique Edwardian Albert chain made up of solid sterling silver curb links with a medallion and vesta case suspended from the bottom. All the parts were made in Birmingham and bear hallmarks and sterling lion marks. The chain is dated 1910 and has been fitted with an older vesta case, marked 1909 and a newer medallion marked 1927. Albert chains were popularised and named after Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s consort in the 19th Century and were traditionally worn by gentlemen to…

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