Watch Chain, about 1860

Description:
A fine hair watch chain, exquisitly made, for a gentleman.The different colors of hair used to compose the links suggest that several family members are commemorated with the chain, so may not be used in mourning.Such chains could be made at home with instructions or made by a jeweler.These sturdy links may have been made by a jeweler who wound or wove the hair around a wire or other sturdy material.
Date Issued:
[1845 TO 1875]
Data Provider:
Wayne State University. Libraries and The Henry Ford
Collection:
Digital Dress Collection
Subject Topic:
Chains, Watches, Jewelry, and Gold
Format:
clothing
Rights:
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URL:
http://digital.library.wayne.edu/item/wayne:EM02_2002_0_18_261