Chains

A useful 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More gold chain that can be worn on its own or with a pendant}

This is a very pretty chain that was made around 1900-1910. It is 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold and has flattened batons in between trace links. The batons have been enamelled in pale sage green with white highlights at either end. It is a good medium length so it is easy to wear on a daily basis}

A good quality long 9ct37.5% pure gold (or 375 parts pure gold and 625 parts other metals) More gold guard or muff chain that was made circa 1890-1900. It is made up of small, facetedA faceted stone has small, flat-cut surfaces that make a sparkling effect on transparent stones. Facets act as both mirrors and windows. Reflecting light and channelling light into a stone where it refracts and re-emerges. More cable links that catch the light in a subtle way. They have an inner link on each link so that the chain will not wear. This was a great VictorianJewellery made in the the Victorian era (1839-1901). More idea that was quite complex to make. They lead to a large bolt ring at the end which was usually used to attach a pocket watch or a cylinder of fur known as a muff to keep the wearer’s hands warm in winter. It can be worn as one long necklace or looped twice around the neck.}

A very pretty 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold chain that was made circa 1880. The links are most unusual and form a woven looking design. It has a secure barrel clasp. It is wearable on an every day basis.}

This is a gorgeous heavy gage 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold chain that was made circa 1900-1910. The links are very a pretty knot design with a plain link in between each one. The clasp is a secure barrel push in design that contributes to wards the fluidity of the look when worn. It can be worn on its own or with a pendant }

A pretty platinumDerives from the Spanish word 'platina' meaning 'little silver'. Acknowledged since the 1900s, platinum's durability and natural brightness has been and still is today highly treasured A metallic element prized for its rarity, whiteness, high tensile strength and insusceptibility to corrosion, platinum first became widely used in jewellery in the late ninete... More chain that was made in the early 1900s. It is a trace link design that is interspersed with six lover's knots. It can be worn on its own or with a pendant}

This is a really pretty 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold chain that was made circa 1860-1880. It has articulatedWhen something has segments connected by flexible joints. More links with a very unusual pattern of flowers on four sides of each link. The clasp has been engraved with flowers and leaves. It can be worn on a daily basis and has a safety chainA small chain applied to a piece of jewellery with the purpose of adding additional security to prevent loss. On bracelets and necklaces a safety chain will often join the clasp ends should the clasp fail. On a brooch it is often attached to a small pin which is to be used in tandem with the main brooch pin. More for extra security}

A pretty 15ct gold chain that was made circa 1880. It has twelve lantern shaped sections with chain in between. A perfect chain to wear every day }

A beautiful 18ct gold chain with a hand clasp that was made circa 1820. It is a good wearable length so it could be worn on a daily basis. Each link has a stars motif which you see quite a lot on Georgian chains. The hand clasp is three colour red, yellow and green gold and has been set with turquoise in a flower design after the Forget me not flower on the cuff. There is a ring on one finger that has been set with a rose cut garnet and the hand has an etched surface. The reverse has engraved cuff detail. A perfect chain to wear }

A lovely platinum and natural pearl chain that was made in the early 1900s when this type of chain was very popular.  It has eighty three well matched natural pearls closely strung with platinum links in between. It can be worn on a daily basis with either casual or smart clothes }

A useful 15ct gold trace link chain that is interspersed with six natural pearls. It can be worn on its own or with a pendant. It has a 9ct gold clasp. It was made circa 1910 }

A really pretty 18ct gold chain that was made in France circa 1890-1910 in the Belle Epoque period. It is 53 centimetres long and has ornate pierced links with plain links in between. It is a good medium length and can be worn on a daily basis }

A useful 14ct white gold chain with box links. It can be worn on its own or with a pendant. }

A good early 19th century guard chain that was made circa 1820-1840. The dog clip has a secure screw mechanism. The chain is very detailed with hand made links and pierced lantern shaped sections. It can be worn single, double or treble around the neck so is very versatile! }

This is a really beautiful 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold French chain that was made in the early 1900s. It has long enamelled batons in translucent eau de nil blue colour enamelA pigmented glass-like material used in powdered form and fused onto the metal surface of a piece of jewellery. More with engraved detail beneath and white enamel bands on either end. In between are naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments.  More pearls. It is a good medium length so would be ideal to wear over a tee shirt or a jersey.}

A very attractive 15ct gold chain that has a knotty design at intervals. It can be worn on a daily basis on its own or layered with other chains. It was made circa 1910 }

A pretty 9ct gold chain that was made circa 1890-1910. It is a good medium length and is composed of long links interspersed with belcher links. }

A lovely 18ct white gold chain interspersed with nineteen natural pearls that was made in the 1920-1935 period. It is a good medium length so it is suitable for every day wear. It has a dog clip that is suitable for adding a pendant or mixed pieces. }

A lovely 18ct white gold chain interspersed with nineteen natural pearls that was made in the 1920-1935 period. It is a good medium length so it is suitable for every day wear. }

A beautiful 15ct62.5% pure gold (or 625 parts pure gold and 375 parts other metals). Popular during the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras but was discontinued in the mid-1930s. More gold chain that was made circa 1900-1910. It is composed of open rectangular links interspersed with a knot design. It has the original barrel clasp and tag markedA small hallmark or punchmark either on the inside or outside of the shank which indicates the metal is platinum, gold or silver. If the metal is gold, it could also indicate the carat, e.g. 18 carat gold. More 15ct. It looks so chic just worn on its own.}

Easy to wear and very stylish this 9ct gold fancy Albert chain would have originally been worn across the chest by a gentleman. It was made circa 1900-1910. It has two dog clips and a T bar. The links are unusual with alternate curb twist and paper clip design. Nowadays these Alberts are worn around the neck with the T bar at the front. You can also add other small pieces to complete the look. }

A pretty 9ct gold chain interspersed with eighteen cultured pearls that was made by Deakin and Francis in 1979. They are an excellent firm producing good quality jewellery to this day. The firm was founded in 1786, and is a family run business with the original workshop in the heart of Birmingham. This chain is wearable on an every day basis. }

An unusual 15ct gold chain that was made circa 1900-1910. It has figure of eight links interspersed with smaller decorated figure of eight links and a secure barrel clasp. It is such a pretty chain so it can be worn on its own or with a pendant. }

A fabulous thick silver long snake link guard chain. It was made circa 1880. These guard chains were popular during the Victorian era. They were used to hang accessories such as a pair of scissors or keys from. They are also known as "Muff Chains" as sometimes a muff was hung from them so that you could keep your hands warm in cold weather and not lose the muff. They are worn nowadays either full length, doubled or trebled up, or even knotted and look very decorative. }

A pretty silver collar with an unusual design using interlinking sections. It was made circa 1900-1910 most likely in Austria. }

An attractive long chain composed of faceted glass beads. It was made circa 1880 when Queen Victoria was in heavy mourning for Prince Albert and set a fashion for black jewellery. This material is sometimes called French jet which is somewhat confusing as it is not jet. However it is shinier than jet and tougher and was a very popular alternative. }

A good looking and useful silver necklace with interlinking links. It can be worn daily. }

A fantastic chain which is oxidised and polished silver in alternate sections. It was made in Germany around the 1980s. The links are large like a mayoral chain! }

An unusual Albert (or watch) chain with fine woven hair terminating in to three heart shaped 9ct rose gold sections. The Victorians had quite a morbid passion for braiding human hair, but pieces are keenly collected today as examples from the period. It was made circa 1860. }

A good Russian 14ct gold long guard with pretty decorative knot links. It was made circa 1880-1900 and is in lovely condition. }

A well made early Victorian 9ct gold chain with lantern and plain faceted link design. It looks good worn long or round the neck twice. This type of chain was made in Birmingham in the mid 1800s. }

A really good, heavy Georgian pinchbeck chain with zig zag engraved links and a turquoise glass set barrel clasp. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, mixed in proportions so that it closely resembles gold in appearance. It was invented in the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck, a London clockmaker. Since gold was only sold in 18 carat quality at that time, the development of pinchbeck allowed ordinary people to buy gold 'effect' jewellery on a budget. The inventor allegedly made pinchbeck jewellery clearly labelled as such. Pinchbeck jewellery was used in places like stagecoaches where there was a risk of theft. Later dishonest jewellers passed pinchbeck off as gold. Nowadays these original chains are very sought after. It was made circa 1800 and is in lovely condition. }

A very good looking long Pinchbeck chain which was made circa 1830. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, mixed in proportions so that it closely resembles gold in appearance. It was invented in the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck, a London clockmaker. Since gold was only sold in 18-carat quality at that time, the development of pinchbeck allowed ordinary people to buy gold 'effect' jewellery on a budget. The inventor allegedly made pinchbeck jewellery clearly labelled as such. Pinchbeck jewellery was used in places like stagecoaches where there was a risk of theft. Later dishonest jewellers passed pinchbeck off as gold. Nowadays these chains are sought after in their own right as they ae extremely decorative to wear. It has unusual interlinking patterned sections and looks stunning when worn. }

An impressive chain which can go around the neck twice or be worn long. It was made in the late Victorian period circa 1890. Vulcanite is a hard, readily cut and polished rubber, obtained by vulcanizing rubber with a large amount of sulphur. It became widely used in the later Victorian period in the manufacture of mourning jewellery. It is more brown than photographs show. }

A Prince of Wales twist chain which was made in the Regency period, circa 1820. Pinchbeck is an alloy of zinc, copper and tin and does not tarnish over time unlike brass. Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, mixed in proportions so that it closely resembles gold in appearance. It was invented in the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck, a London clockmaker. Since gold was only sold in 18-carat quality at that time, the development of pinchbeck allowed ordinary people to buy gold 'effect' jewellery on a budget. The inventor allegedly made pinchbeck jewellery clearly labelled as such. Pinchbeck jewellery was used in places like stagecoaches where there was a risk of theft. Later dishonest jewellers passed pinchbeck off as gold. It is a neat and smart look when worn. }

An unusual silver chain with a tassle which was originally worn across the chest on a man and called an Albert chain. The dog clip would have held a seal or a watch or both. Nowadays these chains can be worn around the neck and are very decorative. This example is particularly pretty with the enamelled flower plaques. }