Up for sale a Victorian Sterling silver with gilding Niello pocket watch chain in mint condition. Very rare niello with gilt. The T bar and its link are hallmarked “925” for silver, the dog clasp is hallmarked “sterling” and the ring is also hallmarked “925”, so I believe they were fitted at a later date. I guess it was made in France. Wonderful workmanship-on a thick chain in wonderful condition. See dimensions and the condition from the photos, they are an integral part of the description. It is in mint condition with normal signs of use for its age. Niello-this is the art of ornamenting metal surfaces that is thought to have originated with the Egyptians and spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. It is an enamel-like substance made alloys of sulfur, copper, silver and lead and used as an inlay on engraved metal, especially niello with gilding! Please look at the photos carefully and contact me with any questions. But as with all my items – please see the photos up close, as this is an antique item, but in mint condition. I do our best to describe items as accurately as we can. I sell used vintage items that will likely show normal wear and tear. Thanks for stopping by!