An exquisite and rare item of collectible antique jewelry is offered - an ancient silver chalet (from ch â telaine - clamp for a pasca or vest) with a chain for a pocket watch or chalet suspensions. The tents served not only as a status decoration, but also as a practical accessory of the XIX - early XX century for wearing valuable trifles (clocks, keys, seals). Main characteristics and features: Country of origin: France. Total weight: 39.74 g on weights). Dimensions: Clamp length (clip): ~ 8.5 cm. Width at widest: ~ 3.0 cm. The total length of the chain: ~ 59 cm with the ruler). Artwork: The front side of the clamp is decorated with a thin hand engraving in the form of a lily-shaped with a graceful floral ornament (flower) and a geometric pattern. The reverse side is equipped with a strong pressure plate, on which two French stamps are clearly visible - the official "Minerva-2" and the manufacturer's noun "L L". The chain is tested with a reagent, the confirms silver (. A great example to replenish a private collection of antique silver, accessories for pocket watches or for historical reconstruction.