Sterling Victorian Book Chain with Sterling Silver English Medal
Exquisite 18" Book Chain with Edwardian Medal Engraved: Silver Phantom Manchester 1906. Elaborate detail on both the chain and Medal. Sterling medals were awarded in England for achievements in many capacities from sports contests to gardening to academics. Much better than a trophy or plaque.
Book chain style necklaces refer to a design involving a chain with links that are shaped like books. This design emerged during the Victorian era and was popular through the Edwardian period.
Most Victorian book chains were hand-assembled which was quite labor-intensive and treasured dearly. The designs of the Victorian book chains were also intricately detailed, adding to the fine workmanship.
Book chain necklaces surprisingly had another purpose. When women finished reading at night, they removed their book chains from their necks and used them as a bookmark.
Exquisite 18" Book Chain with Edwardian Medal Engraved: Silver Phantom Manchester 1906. Elaborate detail on both the chain and Medal. Sterling medals were awarded in England for achievements in many capacities from sports contests to gardening to academics. Much better than a trophy or plaque.
Book chain style necklaces refer to a design involving a chain with links that are shaped like books. This design emerged during the Victorian era and was popular through the Edwardian period.
Most Victorian book chains were hand-assembled which was quite labor-intensive and treasured dearly. The designs of the Victorian book chains were also intricately detailed, adding to the fine workmanship.
Book chain necklaces surprisingly had another purpose. When women finished reading at night, they removed their book chains from their necks and used them as a bookmark.
Exquisite 18" Book Chain with Edwardian Medal Engraved: Silver Phantom Manchester 1906. Elaborate detail on both the chain and Medal. Sterling medals were awarded in England for achievements in many capacities from sports contests to gardening to academics. Much better than a trophy or plaque.
Book chain style necklaces refer to a design involving a chain with links that are shaped like books. This design emerged during the Victorian era and was popular through the Edwardian period.
Most Victorian book chains were hand-assembled which was quite labor-intensive and treasured dearly. The designs of the Victorian book chains were also intricately detailed, adding to the fine workmanship.
Book chain necklaces surprisingly had another purpose. When women finished reading at night, they removed their book chains from their necks and used them as a bookmark.