Description
A quality antique sterling silver Albert pocket watch chain fitted with a decorative shield-shaped silver fob medal. The chain features classic round links, a traditional T-bar, and a swivel dog clip. The fob displays a vacant cartouche to the centre, surrounded by crisp engraved detailing. A handsome and wearable antique accessory, ideal for a pocket watch or as a vintage jewellery piece.
Brief Maker History
The silver fob medal is hallmarked Birmingham 1925 and bears the maker’s mark for William Adams Ltd, a well-regarded Birmingham silversmith active in the early 20th century. The T-bar is hallmarked Birmingham 1904 to William Walter Cashmore, another established Birmingham maker known for quality silver chains and fittings.
Key Details
Antique sterling silver Albert chain with fob
Fob hallmarked Birmingham 1925 – William Adams Ltd
T-bar hallmarked Birmingham 1904 – William Walter Cashmore
Chain stamped 925
Swivel dog clip stamped 925
Shield-shaped fob with vacant cartouche
Classic design
Dimensions
Total chain length: 370mm
Fob drop: approx. 50mm
Watch drop: approx. 320mm
Fob size: approx. 24.6mm x 36mm
Total weight: 34.65g
Condition
Excellent antique condition
Light surface wear consistent with age and use
Summary
A well-proportioned antique sterling silver Albert chain with an attractive hallmarked fob, ready to wear or display. A great addition for pocket watch collectors or lovers of antique silver jewellery. Supplied in a Bowles Ltd gift box.
As usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.
