Superb Antique French 18ct Rose Gold Albertina / Leontine Watch Chain Tassel Bracelet Circa 1880-1900
Please note, chains are for display only unless otherwise stated.
A superb piece dating to the late Victorian era, crafted in France and bearing numerous French Eagle Head stamps for 18ct gold.
Designed originally as a ladies watch chain - Albertina or Leontine - used to suspend a watch. Often composed of foxtail chain in a square or circular form and suspending tassels and sometimes charms.
This wonderful French example features a long length of double foxtail chains with a plain slider, a splendid engraved Orb/Sphere, and a stunning and large detachable Tassel drop with ten foxtail tassels which can be worn separately if desired. This Tassel is held by screw down and hinged opening dog-clip, an ingenious piece of jewellery workmanship!
A later addition of an antique 15ct (hallmarked) large dog-clip allows this fantastic piece of jewellery to be worn as a bracelet (18.5cm) - with or without the incredible 9cm Tassel drop - wear this piece on a chain on the décolletage for a striking look!
Hallmarked with the Eagles head 18ct stamp in numerous places this superb antique piece is a versatile, rare to find in this condition, and stunning piece of jewellery, a must for the serious jewellery connoisseur.
STONES
None
ERA
Victorian 1837-1910
MEASUREMENTS
Length as a bracelet - 18.5cm ( links could be easily added to lengthen )
Length of ornate tassel drop - 9cm
Round orb - 1.3cm round
WEIGHT
16.08 Grams
MARKS
Marked extensively with the French stamp for 18ct gold / Eagles head
An antique 15ct (stamped) dog clip is a ‘later’ addition to enable this piece to be worn as a bracelet
CONDITION
Excellent antique condition. A superb piece with no thinning to any components. Tassel foxtails are all present, straight with no kinks, and retain all ball ends. Screw down dog clip functions perfectly and with ease. Orb/sphere has no dents or dings, quite a thick and solid piece. The additional 15ct gold dog-clip is heavy strong and functions perfectly. No repairs or damage.
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