{"product_id":"antique-fancy-barrel-trombone-watch-chain","title":"Antique Fancy Barrel Trombone Watch Chain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique 9K Fancy Barrel Trombone Watch Chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn incredibly rare \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique Fancy Barrel Watch Chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, featuring beautifully elongated fluted torpedo\/barrel links alternating with classic rounded curb links. This is such an unusual variation of the traditional trombone watch chain - substantial, intricate and unmistakably antique. Comes with a working classic dog clasp and T bar with hallmarks on it 9 375 for gold clarity. Gold stamps also on the dog clasp. XRF tested. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMost likely dating to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elate Victorian–Edwardian period, circa 1890–1910s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, these elaborate watch chains were originally made in Britain to carry a gentleman’s pocket watch across a waistcoat. The fancy barrel links showcase the incredible goldsmithing of the period, with each dimensional open link finished with delicate wrapped detailing at either end. The original-style T-bar completes that classic Albert watch chain look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e40g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this one has beautiful weight and presence while the open construction keeps the design elegant. The rosy 9K gold gives it that gorgeous warmth associated with antique British gold - \u003c\/span\u003ea true collector’s chain and a particularly hard-to-find link style. If you are in love with this chain, but prefer true yellow gold, we can have this flashed in yellow gold for an additional fee of $100 aud - dm Mel to request this 🥰\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 9K rosy gold, 18”, approximately 5mm wide, 40g. Late Victorian\/Edwardian, most likely UK, circa 1890–1910s. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Please expect normal vintage or antique wear to all items. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Please review my shipping and policy information on my website. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mel's Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50503173800118,"sku":null,"price":6898.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0559\/6843\/2310\/files\/95AD9A1C-9F92-4F9A-80C1-731B3E0A1EEA.jpg?v=1790243145","url":"https:\/\/mels-treasures.com\/products\/antique-fancy-barrel-trombone-watch-chain","provider":"Mel's Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}