Description:

This alluring antique Silver engraved book chain necklace will make a fine addition to your collection! Brimming with beauty, this captivating book chain will dress your neck with minimal effort, with her large bolt-ring attending to your pendant holding needs.

Book chains emerged in popularity during the Victorian era, with its name coming from the interlocked links resembling the bind of a book! The links have each been thoughtfully engraved, and as an homage to her handmade design, they all have a unique pattern. 

Item Details:

ERA: Victorian (1837-1901).

MEASUREMENTS: Necklace is 16" or 40.5cm long.
Chain is 8.5mm wide.
Weight: 18.8g.

MATERIALS:  Tests as Sterling Silver throughout.

HALLMARKS: Since we have dated this piece as being made before 1950, a hallmark is not required in order for it to be sold in line with UK hallmarking legislation.

PACKAGING: Your order will be gift-wrapped free of charge in a Lillicoco cardboard box made from recycled materials, tied with a ribbon. 

Condition:

VERY GOOD. This 16" antique Silver engraved book chain necklace is in very good condition. The necklace has lovely flat links that will sit flush against the chest and the engravings are unique to each link, which have all been securely attached to the next. The chain has minimal surface wear, only some age spots on a few of the links. One of the links has been repaired throughout its lifespan, but given her age, this is hardly surprising and the job has been done well so you can cherish her for decades to come. The bolt ring closes securely allowing you to personalise this chain with a pendant or locket and wear her confidently!