Description: This is a rare antique pinchbeck necklace, with chunky mottled links, judged to be from the Georgian period. This necklace features a beautiful engraved box clasp which clips shut securely, and the chain is in an anchor/ mariner style. The ornate clasp is untested but looks to be gold. Necklace Width: 0.5cm (0.2 inches)Necklace Length: 37cm (14.5 inches) Total weight: 19gClasp: Box ClaspCondition: Good antique condition with just minor signs of wear and tarnishing. There is also a small scratch on the underside of the clasp. "Pinchbeck is a form of brass, an alloy of copper and zinc, mixed in proportions so that it closely resembles gold in appearance. It was invented in the 18th century by Christopher Pinchbeck, a London clockmaker. Since gold was only sold in 18-carat quality at that time, the development of pinchbeck allowed ordinary people to buy gold ‘effect’ jewellery on a budget. Pinchbeck jewellery was used in places like stagecoaches where there was a risk of theft. Later dishonest jewellers passed pinchbeck off as gold." antiquejewellerycompany.comWould make a lovely gift! Free gift box included.Tracked shipping. Add a gift message for free at checkout. Just type your message in ‘Message To Seller’. For faster delivery, select Royal Mail Special Delivery at checkout. For more vintage and antique treasures: www.ebay.co.uk/usr/tillysvintagebox Any questions please ask ~ I am happy to help! Thanks for looking!N11
Price: 550 GBP
Location: Felixstowe
End Time: 2024-11-29T19:01:18.000Z
Shipping Cost: 40.52 GBP
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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Closure: Box
Occasion: Anniversary, Birthday, Christmas, Confirmation/Communion, Engagement, Graduation, Mother's Day, Valentine's Day, Wedding
Main Stone Colour: Gold
Material: Metal
Metal: Pinchbeck
Necklace Length: 37 cm
Colour: Gold
Main Stone: No Stone
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Necklace
Metal Purity: Alloy
Style: Chain
Base Metal: Pinchbeck
Chain Type: Anchor/Mariner
