Antique French Chatelaine Waist Chain Tools Supplies Downton Abbey Fan N719

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53788204121_b8849fa5bd_b.jpg Allow us to share the style of this piece: the Chatelaine. Originating in the 18th century, it was a decorative accessory worn at the waist by ladies. Please refer to the last image for its form. A lady's chatelaine was akin to a personal hardware store or jewelry box, adorned with numerous useful items such as a purse, scissors, sewing kit, matches, watch, mirror, paper knife, memo holder, pencil, glove clasp, and perfume vial. Ladies of high status might suspend genuine gold jewelry, lockets, and other small precious enamel pieces. Each lady's chatelaine was designed according to her needs and also served as a symbol of her social standing. One could infer much about a lady's daily activities by observing the items she chose to carry. For instance, Mrs. Hughes from the series *Downton Abbey* might have had the keys to every door in the estate on her chatelaine, along with a pair of scissors for occasional trimming or repairs, ensuring everything and everyone was in optimal condition. This particular piece features two decorative charms: a key with an "ITALY" hallmark and a three-dimensional charm resembling a scarab beetle. The material is suspected to be partially sterling silver; a silver polishing cloth will be included for the buyer's convenience. The overall condition is good. The remaining accessories are yours to add! Chain length: 34 cm, width: 1.5 cm. Key: 2.5 x 1 cm. Scarab beetle: 1 x 0.5 cm. For more charming trinkets, please visit our secondary shop: https://www.pinkoi.com/store/goldsilverbaby * Care Instructions - Wipe clean with a dry cloth. - Do not use a silver polishing cloth. Absolutely avoid wearing this item to the beach or hot springs, and refrain from dancing in the rain while wearing it. - After wearing, please clean and store it in a resealable plastic bag. - Keep in a dry place. * A Gentle Reminder Every item in our shop is inspected and confirmed to be in working order before being offered for sale. Therefore, we cannot offer refunds or returns due to personal preference. Due to variations in photography lighting and individual computer monitor displays, there may be slight color discrepancies between the photos and the actual product. Should you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us! Thank you for your interest.