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The Deconstructed Series (XXI): Antique Imperial Russian Gold Chain
The Deconstructed Series (XXI): Antique Imperial Russian Gold Chain
Old World. Signature.
In our Deconstructed Series, we reconfigure classic Victorian and Edwardian long chains for modern versatility.
We began with a handmade, full-length Imperial Russian chain of a thousand rings, its intricate construction featuring links formed from four rings. For greater wearability, we deconstructed the original chain into shorter, versatile lengths that invite experimentation. Wear them in configurations to suit your heart’s desire.
Chain A — Chain & Extender Set
Offered as a set of two: a 15-inch chain finished with a large 12 mm gold spring ring, paired with an extender chain terminating in the original swivel dog clip.
Wear the two together as one continuous length or in a Y formation, or wear them separately. The extender is especially useful for adding length to other shorter chains in your jewelry wardrobe. Suspend pendants and charms from either the large spring ring or the dog clip.
Chain B — Open-Ended Chain
This chain is finished at each end with custom, handmade open loops, ready to accommodate your Luck and Lockets Lucky 8 Clasp and Charmholder or another standalone clasp.
The buyer may also choose at checkout to have our bench jeweler add a large 12 mm gold spring ring clasp (same as the one on Chain A), which can double duty to suspend charms and pendants.
The gold is a soft, mellow yellow. The original dog clip features a mechanical twist mechanism: turn the screw to hinge the hook open or closed.
Pendants shown are not included.
Chain A set is marked with Russian left-facing woman’s head hallmark (in use 1898-1908) at the longer chain and on the original swivel dog clip of the extender chain; maker’s marks also present. Chain B is unmarked.
14k gold, all components
Dimensions and weight:
Chain A — Chain & Extender Set
15-inch chain with large 12 mm spring ring, accompanied by a 3⅞-inch extender with original swivel dog clip.
● 15 inches + 3⅞ inches long x 4.3 mm wide x 2.2 mm deep
● 16.8 grams total weight
Chain B — Open-Ended Chain
18-inch chain finished with two handmade open gold loops, without a clasp.
● 18 inches long x 4.3 mm wide x 2.2 mm deep
● 14.9 grams
Period: Victorian/Edwardian (1898-1908)
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
Old World. Signature.
In our Deconstructed Series, we reconfigure classic Victorian and Edwardian long chains for modern versatility.
We began with a handmade, full-length Imperial Russian chain of a thousand rings, its intricate construction featuring links formed from four rings. For greater wearability, we deconstructed the original chain into shorter, versatile lengths that invite experimentation. Wear them in configurations to suit your heart’s desire.
Chain A — Chain & Extender Set
Offered as a set of two: a 15-inch chain finished with a large 12 mm gold spring ring, paired with an extender chain terminating in the original swivel dog clip.
Wear the two together as one continuous length or in a Y formation, or wear them separately. The extender is especially useful for adding length to other shorter chains in your jewelry wardrobe. Suspend pendants and charms from either the large spring ring or the dog clip.
Chain B — Open-Ended Chain
This chain is finished at each end with custom, handmade open loops, ready to accommodate your Luck and Lockets Lucky 8 Clasp and Charmholder or another standalone clasp.
The buyer may also choose at checkout to have our bench jeweler add a large 12 mm gold spring ring clasp (same as the one on Chain A), which can double duty to suspend charms and pendants.
The gold is a soft, mellow yellow. The original dog clip features a mechanical twist mechanism: turn the screw to hinge the hook open or closed.
Pendants shown are not included.
Chain A set is marked with Russian left-facing woman’s head hallmark (in use 1898-1908) at the longer chain and on the original swivel dog clip of the extender chain; maker’s marks also present. Chain B is unmarked.
14k gold, all components
Dimensions and weight:
Chain A — Chain & Extender Set
15-inch chain with large 12 mm spring ring, accompanied by a 3⅞-inch extender with original swivel dog clip.
● 15 inches + 3⅞ inches long x 4.3 mm wide x 2.2 mm deep
● 16.8 grams total weight
Chain B — Open-Ended Chain
18-inch chain finished with two handmade open gold loops, without a clasp.
● 18 inches long x 4.3 mm wide x 2.2 mm deep
● 14.9 grams
Period: Victorian/Edwardian (1898-1908)
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
