Antique 12k Gold Filled Watch Chain Necklace

$364.00

This spectacular 12k gold-filled necklace celebrates the marriage of two vintage figaro pocket watch chains in great condition.  The piece fastens with the original 12k gold-filled swivel dog and spring ring clasp in the front, from which the classic T-bar also hangs as a removable pendant.  

Necklace measures just over 16 inches
T bar hangs additional 1.25 inches
Weight is 27.8 grams.
Figaro links measure 5mm in width
Swivel clasp is marked F. & C. Co.

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"Gold filled" means there is a solid layer of gold (12k, 14k, 18k or 24k) permanently bonded to a base metal, such as brass. The minimum layer of gold must equal at least 1/20th of the total weight of the piece in order for it to be designated 'gold filled.'  Under normal circumstances of wear (see guidelines below), the gold will not peel or flake, unlike gold plating.  Gold-filled is a beautiful and more economical alternative to solid gold, which is not affordable for everybody. Gold-filled jewelry has 100x more gold than gold-plated, and because that layer is so much thicker, it means gold-filled jewelry lasts longer and stands up to wear and tear better.