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Watch Chain

Date

1830-1840

GUSN

GUSN-102664

Description

Black flat beaded chain with silver diamond pattern with purple centers, watch attachment at end.

Details

Descriptive Terms

fobs
accessories
watches
glass (material)
CHAIN, WATCH

Additional Identification Number

2116

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

American

Dimensions

7/16 in (W) (inches)

Accession Number

1964.266

Reference Notes

For more information on beaded chains see Bassett, Lynne Zacek. "Woven Bead Chains of the 1830s," "The Magazine Antiques." (December 1995): 798-807.

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