Belcher chain and ball necklace

£160.00

Antique 9ct gold belcher chain and ball necklace, circa 1900

This lovely 19 inch necklace will look beautiful with other chains and charms! Equally great by itself. It comprises chunky belcher links, with an ornate ball to the centre and double bar links to each side of that. It is fitted with a barrel clasp.

Hallmarked: 9C mark to clasp along with maker’s mark

Length: 19in

Gross weight: 5.1g

Condition: okay; two replacement links, visible solder to jump rings

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