Civil War Era Braided Hair Watch Chain
Victorian Civil War Braided Hair Watch Chain, 14K & Gold-Plated Fittings, c. 1860s
$225
Antique 1860s Victorian watch chain made of braided human hair with 14k gold hinged dog clip clasp and gold-plated accent fittings.
The hair section measures 11 inches, with a total length of 15 inches including fittings and chain.
• Tested 14k gold Victorian-era dog clip clasp with a hinged and screw-tight mechanism
• Decorative gold-plated T-bar and center slide with black enamel accents. 7 sections of chain are gold plated
• Fully functional hardware and beautifully preserved patina
These pieces were cherished mementos of love, loss, and remembrance, and today they are rare collector’s items, especially in this condition with some original 14k gold fittings. These sentimental pieces were often worn or gifted during wartime, and remain sought-after by collectors today. Slight fraying of the braid is present, typical for its age.
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