Chatelaine (chain)

For other uses, see Chatelaine.
Chatelaine, 1765-1775 Victoria and Albert Museum no. C.492:1 to 7-1914
Chatelaine 1700s - Hallwyl Museum

A chatelaine is a decorative belt hook or clasp worn at the waist with a series of chains suspended from it. Each chain is mounted with useful household appendages such as scissors, thimbles, watches, keys, smelling salts, and household seals.[1]

  1. ^ "Chatelaine." Antique jewelry glossary. Adin antique jewelry. Accessed 29 Sept. 2012.