Albert chain - FATTORINI & SONS / BRADFORD

Antique Sterling Silver Pocket Watch Chain with Enamel Prize Medal Fob (1920)
​Description:
​A beautiful and historically interesting British antique horological lot featuring a substantial, solid Sterling Silver pocket watch chain paired with a highly detailed, hand-enameled presentation prize fob medal.
​The front of the medal fob features a beautifully preserved, vibrant blue enamel border with the inscription: "LINCOLN ABOVE-HILL ANGLING LEAGUE" surrounding a textured silver core with a central shield in red and white enamel, topped by a Fleur-de-lis
​The reverse of the medal is fully engraved with its historical presentation details and features a crisp set of British hallmarks
​Maker's Mark: FATTORINI & SONS / BRADFORD stamped at the top.
​Engraving: 1920 / 2nd TEAM / DUKE WILLIAM / D. HATFIELD
​Town Mark: Lion Passant & Assay Office mark (Birmingham).
​Date Letter: v (dating the medal precisely to 1920).
​Technical Specifications:
​The Watch Chain:
​Type: Single Albert / Pocket Watch Chain.
​Link Style: Classic heavy curb links with a beautiful, smooth tactile feel
​Clasp: Traditional swiveling lobster/dog-clip clasp, fully operational and secure
​Total Length: 35 cm.
​The Enamel Prize Medal Fob:
​Material: Solid .925 Sterling Silver with vitreous enamel decoration.
​Maker: Fattorini & Sons, Bradford (a highly renowned historic British jeweler and medal maker).
​Year: 1920.
​Total Lot Weight:
​Weight: 41 grams.
​Condition Report:
​Enamel & Fob Face: The enamel work is in outstanding antique condition, retaining brilliant color and gloss with no significant chips or cracks. The silver borders show crisp details.
​Engraving & Hallmarks: The hand-engraved text on the reverse remains completely legible, and the silver hallmarks are clean and sharp
​Chain Condition: The curb links are robust with minimal wear between the joints. The silver has a gorgeous, gentle age-appropriate patina that gives it great depth and character, but could easily be polished to a high shine if preferred. The swivel clasp functions smoothly.
​Auction Notes:
​Packaging & Shipping: Will be securely packed and protected for global transit. Shipped fully insured with tracking.