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Art Deco Sterling Silver St John Ambulance Watch Chain

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Art Deco sterling silver St John Ambulance watch chain formed from 15 consecutive re-examination bars dated 1925 to 1939.

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Product Description

An Art Deco sterling silver St John Ambulance watch chain made from 15 linked re-examination bars, dated consecutively from 1925 to 1939. Each bar represents another successful year of re-examination, creating an unusual piece of St John first-aid history as well as a collectible silver watch chain.

The chain measures approximately 13 inches long, with each bar individually stamped. Marks found across the chain include V&S, WD&S, the Birmingham anchor, lion passant, dates from 1925 to 1939 and the number 262324. It can be kept as a watch chain or professionally extended with compatible links and a fitting if someone wished to wear it as a necklace.

Details & Specifications

Metal
Sterling silver
Metal fineness / purity
925 Sterling Silver
Length / wrist size
Approximately 13 inches
Dimensions
Approx. 13 inches long; individual bars approx. 21.4mm x 9.8mm
Weight
Approximately 23.3 g
Classification
Vintage
Era / period
Art Deco
Date / circa
1925–1939
Maker / Designer
Attributed to Vaughton & Sons and W.M. Dowler & Sons from the V&S and WD&S marks.
Assay office
Birmingham
Hallmarks / stamps
Individual bars stamped with marks including V&S, WD&S, Birmingham anchor, lion passant, dates from 1925 to 1939 and number 262324.
Design details
15 linked St John Ambulance annual re-examination bars arranged as a watch chain.
Theme / motif
St John Ambulance
Item reference
EB-267743784529

Condition & Disclosures

Condition
Pre-owned

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The Ps Its Vintage security identification label must remain attached while you inspect or try on the item. Remove it only once you are certain you wish to keep the piece.