A vintage Byzantine chain from Germany, dating back to around the 1980s.
This is a piece with real presence; it is noticeably heavy and features a thick chain, even by Byzantine standards.
With its majestic pattern emerging from intricately assembled parts,
I am often asked if it is Chrome Hearts,
but this is one of the world's oldest forms of chainmail, produced across various countries over many years.
While it is still being manufactured today, the atmosphere of these older pieces is incredibly cool.
Of course, there are those who prefer the glitter of a brand-new item,
but I suspect many of you reading this prefer vintage silver with its fine scratches and the darkening caused by sulfuration.
In Germany, where Byzantine chains are frequently made, the designs vary widely,
but it is rare to find one as thick and heavy as this.
As I rarely come across such pieces in France, where I usually source my silver,
I had a trusted dealer in Germany hunt for this one.
The length is perfect, and the clasp is in good working order.
It seems this was once worn by wealthy men as a symbol of status while on vacation or leisure.
There is something very cool about a tanned, well-built older man with a piece of silver like this visible through the collar of a leisure shirt.
Like a mafia man on holiday. Intimidating in the best way possible.
A rugged piece of jewelry you can love for a lifetime. Recommended for those who don’t settle for anything less.
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material - silver 925
size - 45.5cm
weight - 63.8g
condition - no issues
