1887 Antique British Threepence Necklace | Sterling Silver
This necklace features a genuine British threepence dated 1887, an antique coin from Queen Victoria’s reign. Its original date, lettering and relief are part of the coin itself, giving the pendant a particular connection to nineteenth-century Britain.
At approximately 16 mm in diameter, the threepence is small enough to sit neatly at the neckline, while its struck details invite a closer look. Roberts & Co makes the necklace in-house in London, framing the original coin in sterling silver and pairing it with a matching sterling silver chain. The simple setting keeps the coin visible and central.
Choose an adjustable 16–17–18 inch chain or a fixed length of 16, 18, 20 or 22 inches. Worn alone, the necklace brings a single historic object into focus; layered with other chains, it adds a personal detail to a contemporary combination. Natural differences in the surface of each genuine antique remain part of its individual character.
- Genuine antique British threepence dated 1887
- From Queen Victoria’s reign
- Coin approximately 16 mm in diameter
- Sterling silver mount and matching chain
- Adjustable 16–17–18 inch or fixed 16, 18, 20 and 22 inch chain options
Caring for your coin jewellery · Sizing, delivery and returns
Practical guidance for choosing and looking after your jewellery, with help for delivery, returns and your order.
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Contact Roberts & Co for a question about a piece or an existing order. Please include the product name or your order number where relevant.
Delivery & returns
Find current delivery information, destinations and estimated timings in our delivery guide. For eligibility, time limits and the steps to return an order, please read our returns policy.
Find your fit
Use our ring sizing guide before choosing a size.
Chain lengths
To compare lengths, measure a necklace you already wear from end to end, including its clasp. Alternatively, use a soft tape to judge where you would like the chain to sit. A pendant will hang below that point. Available lengths and dimensions are shown on each product page; contact us if a measurement is missing.
Common chain lengths, with centimetres rounded to one decimal place: 14 inches (35.6cm), 16 inches (40.6cm), 18 inches (45.7cm), 20 inches (50.8cm) and 22 inches (55.9cm).
A fixed-length chain has one wearable length; an adjustable chain offers the fastening positions stated in its description. Check the options for your chosen piece, as available lengths vary. How a necklace sits also depends on your proportions and the pendant’s dimensions.
Bracelet lengths
For a chain bracelet, undo the clasp on a bracelet that fits you well. Lay it flat and measure from end to end, including the fastening. Compare that length with the options on the product page.
A wrist measurement tells you how far it is around your wrist. The length listed on our T-bar bracelets is the length of the bracelet itself. A close or loose fit is a personal choice.
Materials & care
Understand the metal and finish of your piece in our materials and hallmarking guide. For storage and cleaning, including separate guidance for gold-plated jewellery, visit jewellery care.
Choosing a coin
Dates, denominations and struck details give genuine historic coins their individuality. Read the description and photographs of your chosen piece for its coin, setting, chain and finish.
Choose care to suit the material, finish and construction of your piece. Start gently, and ask a professional jeweller if its condition or materials are uncertain.
Gold plating & vermeil · Sterling silver · Solid gold · Historic coins · Gemstones & pearls
Everyday care
- Put jewellery on after perfume, cosmetics and hair products have dried.
- Remove it before bathing, swimming, exercise, cleaning and activities that expose it to knocks or chemicals.
- Store pieces separately to limit scratching and tangling. Check clasps, links and settings for wear.
Gold-plated jewellery & vermeil
A plated finish needs gentle care. After wear, wipe lightly with a clean, dry, soft cloth, without vigorous rubbing. Store dry and separately in a soft pouch or lined compartment.
Avoid silver dips, abrasive cleaners, polishing compounds, hard brushes and ultrasonic cleaning. Do not use a silver polishing cloth on a plated surface. The gold layer will change gradually with wear; its longevity depends on use and contact.
Sterling silver
Sterling silver can tarnish through exposure to air, moisture, cosmetics and chemicals. For suitable plain, unplated silver, use a silver polishing cloth gently. Mild soap and lukewarm water may be suitable for sound, plain pieces; rinse and dry thoroughly.
Do not apply this advice to gold-plated, oxidised, antique or delicate stone-set silver. Aggressive polishing can remove patina and soften detail.
Solid gold
For sound, plain gold jewellery, mild soap and lukewarm water with a soft cloth can remove surface residue. Rinse carefully and dry thoroughly. Check the requirements of any stones, settings or other materials first.
Historic coin jewellery
Preserve the coin’s struck details and signs of age. Avoid abrasive polishing, dips and attempts to remove patina. A coin, setting and chain may need different care; for a plated coin, follow the gold-plated guidance above. Seek advice before cleaning an antique or fragile piece.
Gemstones & pearls
Care varies by stone, treatment and setting. Do not assume ultrasonic or steam cleaning is suitable. Porous and delicate materials, enamel and glued elements need particular caution.
Wipe pearls gently with a soft, slightly damp cloth after wear. Do not soak or scrub them. Keep them separately from harder jewellery and avoid prolonged storage in very dry or airtight conditions.
When to seek advice
Stop wearing a piece if a stone is loose, a clasp is insecure or a link or setting is damaged. A professional jeweller can assess its condition before cleaning or further wear.
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