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Vintage Jewellery Hoarders

Antique Victorian Floral Book Chain, Silver, 45cm or 7.75 inches, 22.43g

Antique Victorian Floral Book Chain, Silver, 45cm or 7.75 inches, 22.43g

$1,090.00 AUD
$1,090.00 AUD
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Victorian book chains are just the most fabulous piece of history and we want to hoard them all. Each so unique and so carefully hand cut and engraved - just look at the craft and workmanship into making this utterly magical collar. 

The design features a carved flower on each face and the stylised petals that allow the chain to move so effortlessly. 

Held with a great 15mm bolt clasp - we love that this can be a feature at the front, the back or hold a pendant (like the coin in the pic - which is not included with the necklace - it is just for show).

The necklace is light for what it looks like and this is thanks to the amazing way this chain has been put together - and where the necklace gets it name from - the profile looks like a book - with the covers top and bottom. 

You could of course wear this the reverse way too - but it was definitely made to have those flowers the star of the show. 

 

Particulars: 

Length 45cm or 7.75 inches 

Weight 22.43g 

Width - approx 14.5 x3.5mm thick 

Hallmarks  - none - as was common for the time - tested for silver 

Condition - this an antique hand made hand carved necklace - each flower is unique, a couple of little bends and marks on the silver - see photos. Clasp works well. 

Care - As a general rule - jewellery should not be worn for strenuous tasks that may put pressure, chemicals and weight on them (think cleaning, gym, swimming/spa, carrying things). Jewellery should be inspected checked every six months by a jeweller to check for wear.

Please be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.

All items (except Second Glance) are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.

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FAQ

Sizing

What do we mean when we say a ring is "sizeable"? Well, most standard rings can be made bigger or smaller by up to three letter sizes. If we say the item is "moderately sizeable", this usually means about 1 size, and if we say it is "not sizeable" or that "sizing is not recommended" it will be due to the construction - it could be age related, pattern related, have enamel etc.

We can happily help with sizing of rings, so please do get it touch if we can give you a quote.

Current prices are: $40 for sizing down, $40 for rhodium plating (all white gold rings), and sizing up starts at $50 - and depends on the carat of gold, width of band and number of sizes. These are subject to change at any time and remain linked to the volatile changes in precious metals.

Time frames - sizing is usually complete within 3 weeks.

Lay-by

As well as Afterpay and Paypal Pay-in-4 which are available at checkout, we also do traditional lay-by.

So, if you love this piece but can't afford it right now - please get in touch.  

To secure your item, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. Items will not be removed from the website until this is paid.

Following this, you will need to make further monthly payments of 20% until the full balance is complete, a time frame of 5 months in total. 

Invoices will be issued at the start of each month and we ask they are paid before the start of the following month.

We issue all invoices through the website, and it accepts all cards, Shop Pal, Paypal and Afterpay as payment.

Valuations

Some of our items come with valuations we either got with the piece, or that we have had done by an independent gemologist. We do not get valuations done on all pieces as we like to keep things as affordable as possible. However, we use a number of instruments to help us determine stones and list these details in the description of each piece.

Shipping

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Parcels are shipped within 24 hours.

Australian shipping is express post and fully insured.

International items under $500 are shipped standard airmail and items over $500 express airmail.

All items are sent trackable, fully insured and requiring a signature on delivery.

Any items leaving Australia will have a signed customs declaration stating what is in the box.

Any duties, taxes or import fees for international items are not the responsibility of Vintage Jewellery Hoarders.