Antique Mariner Link 18k Gold Watch Chain Necklace - 15.5 inch length
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RARE Antique Mariner Link 18k Gold Watch Chain Necklace with 14k Gold Clasps - 15.5 inch length
Mariner links were traditionally worn by sailors for good luck, stability and a connection to the sea. The oval link with crossbar follows the same form as industrial chains used to literally anchor ships. This is a STRONG link.
Necklace measures 15.5 inches long by 5.6mm wide. This mariner link chain is made entirely of 18k solid gold. Victorian era clasps test as 14k gold and work perfectly. Interestingly the clasps are older than the chain. Watch chain clasps were designed to be easy to replace as they would wear out with regular use.
Links are solid and substantial. Overall weight is a very nice 22.57 grams. Excellent condition with normal age related wear.
Piece is long enough to be worn as a high necklace or doubled as a bracelet. Have fun adding connectors or extenders to play with the length, and of course use the dog clip and large spring clasp to show off your charm collection! I've included a number of inspiration photos for styling ideas.
- 15.5 inch length
- 4.6mm width
- 18k solid gold links (tested)
- Victorian era clasps test as 14k gold
- 22.57 grams total weight
- 11.8 mm diameter spring ring
- Stamps present but illegible due to age and normal wear
- Excellent condition with normal age related wear
Listing is for the watch chain necklace only. Other items are available here.
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Customer Reviews
I saw it. I fell in love with it. I had to have it. With a short text and a phone call to Jill, it became mine. I truly did not think that it would be possible for me to wear this beautiful piece as the original rolo-link chain that the stone hung from was only 16.5 inches in length. I needed at least a 20 inch chain. Undaunted, Jill told me that she would look for a longer chain in the same rolo-link style but with a lobster clasp that I prefer. Not long after I received a video showcasing the longer chain that Jill had found to replace the original shorter one. Jill’s video contained dialogue with close-ups of the chain as she dangled it over and through her fingers. After giving her my enthusiastic approval, I had the pendant on the new longer chain within a day or two, and it was perfect. I wore my beautiful quartz pendant for the first time on Mother’s Day and received several compliments on it. Thank you, Jill, for making my wish come true. ❤️
Absolutely beautiful neck chain..never disappointed in my purchases here..reliable seller..will shop here again
Im loving my new 14k chain! It is so well made and perfect for everyday. I hope to find another that I can stack it with and will purchase here again!! Thank you so much Jill!
Seller was a great communicator and shipped fast! Thanks so much, it’s beautiful!!!
I purchased a vintage chain and now I honestly don’t think I want to get a vintage chain from anywhere else. Great product curation. Will be back
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