{"product_id":"9k-graduated-curb-chain-with-toggle-and-swivel-copy","title":"Billie 9k Gold Victorian Graduated Curb Chain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe History:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Victorian Albert chain is crafted in solid 9k gold with a warm, rosy tone and features a graduated curb link design. The closely interlocking links gradually increase in size toward the center of the chain, creating a subtle variation in scale while maintaining the traditional flattened profile of a curb chain. Each link bears an individual hallmark, and the piece retains its original T-bar and swivel Albert clasp. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the Victorian period, graduated curb chains were used as pocket watch accessories, with the T-bar secured through a waistcoat buttonhole and the swivel clasp attached to the watch. The graduated construction introduces a decorative element to the otherwise functional chain, emphasizing the larger central links while retaining flexibility throughout its length. This example combines traditional nineteenth-century watch chain fittings with a graduated silhouette and distinctive rosy gold color, making it equally suitable for contemporary wear as a necklace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis solid 9k gold necklace measures 15\" in length with links ranging from 5mm to 8mm wide and weights 42 grams. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis piece was made and sourced in England.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glen \u0026 Effie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67839329501429,"sku":null,"price":3850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0294\/1970\/0298\/files\/OOAK_Q42027-185.jpg?v=1793038795","url":"https:\/\/www.glenandeffie.com\/products\/9k-graduated-curb-chain-with-toggle-and-swivel-copy","provider":"Glen \u0026 Effie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}