A beautifully tactile French antique hayseed chain in a striking platinum and 18ct gold mix - that dreamy, two-tone look that sits perfectly with both yellow gold and white metals.
Originally a short dress watch chain, this piece has been expertly converted into a wearable necklace by adding extra links at the centre using perfectly paired, slightly smaller paperclip-style links, chosen to blend seamlessly into the original design.
What makes this one extra special is the hallmarking: it’s “hallmarked to the heavens” with crisp French assay marks. You’ll find a French eagle head on the bolt ring bail confirming 18ct (750) gold, and the platinum element is stamped with the French dog’s head hallmark, a mark introduced in the early 20th century for platinum. Together, those stamps strongly support an early 1900s date, and stylistically this type of elegant bi-colour chain is most often seen in the Belle Époque into early Art Deco period (circa 1910s–1920s).
Finished with a classic bolt ring clasp (perfect for styling with charms, lockets, or an extender), this is a timeless antique staple - refined, collectable, and made for layering.
Antique French 18ct Gold & Platinum Hayseed Chain Necklace with Bolt Ring
- Era: c. 1910s–1920s
- Metal: 18ct gold and platinum
- Dimensions:
- Length: 18.25 inches
- Width: 2mm
- Bolt ring: 10.5mm diameter
- Weight: 11.21g
- Hallmarks: French eagle head (18ct gold) and French dog’s head (platinum). Professionally tested on an XRF analyser to further confirm the metal purity of all components.
- Condition: Excellent antique condition
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