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Rare antique 15 carat Albert chain made by Larard Brothers

$9,700.00

The Albert chain or fob watch chain as they are also known as, was originally designed to hold a gents pocket watch on one end via the clip and the key to wind it or a fob seal on the other, with the tee bar sitting in the centre of a vest, however when long enough such as this one here, they are more commonly worn around a woman’s neck were they sit perfectly.

This one is not only all completely original and in excellent condition with no additions or alterations, but it was also made by one of Australia's leading jewellers of the time, Larard Brothers in the late 1800's.

Whereas many Albert chains were made in 9 carat gold, this one was made in the rare and hard to find 15 carat gold. All of this comes together that results in a very beautiful, elegant and rare early Australian Albert chain.

Measuring 37.5cm from end to end with a fixed tee bar in the centre, the curb links measure 6.2mm in width and have such a smooth tactile feel to them as you pull it through your fingers or place it around your neck, with each link still being nice and thick and all in superb condition.

This is a wonderful genuine full length antique Albert chain that is as elegant as it is rare to come by.

 

Stock# ES8694

Maker: Larard Bros (Brothers)

Circa: 1890

$9,700

Description

Rare antique 15 carat Albert chain made by Larard Brothers.

This antique Albert chain is in all original and excellent condition. Able to be used for a pocket watch or worn around the neck, the colour from the 15 carat gold has a lovely warm rose tone to it.

A brief history on Larard Bros.

Larard and Son was first established on Melbourne in 1874 by John Larard and after his death in 1881, the two brothers changed the name of the company to Larard Bros (Brothers).

They became well known as a company that produced high quality jewellery, including the ever popular goldfield brooches. They were also importers of Omega watches and the jewellery is identified with their stamp of a five pointed star.

As one of Australia's leading jewellers, the company enjoyed great success and finally closed in 1945.

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