Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre: Value Guide
The marine anchor-chain link — drawn from a ship's chain and made into jewellery in 1938. One of Hermès' most enduring designs, in silver and in solid gold. What yours is worth and how to sell it in the UK.
What Is Your Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre Worth?
Send a photo — including the signature and any box or papers — for a free, no-obligation valuation. We reply within one working day.
In 1938, Robert Dumas — of the Hermès family — saw the anchor chain on a boat in Normandy and turned its distinctive link into jewellery. The Chaîne d'Ancre has been a house signature ever since, running from sterling silver to solid gold and spawning variations like the Enchaînée and the lighter Farandole.
What is Chaîne d'Ancre jewellery?
The signature is the anchor-chain link — each link a stirrup or "D" shape closed by a central bar — across bracelets, necklaces, rings, earrings and pendants. It is made in sterling silver and in 18ct yellow, rose and white gold, with diamond-set versions in the fine-jewellery lines. Genuine Hermès is signed Hermès, marked for metal (925 or 750) and often dated with a maker's stamp.
What drives the value
Metal & weight
Solid 18ct gold far above silver; gold weight sets a strong floor.
Size & diamonds
Larger links, longer chains and diamond-set pieces above small silver links.
Box & papers
Original Hermès box and receipt add value and reassure on authenticity.
Condition
Bright metal, sound clasp, links moving freely, no heavy wear.
What is Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre jewellery worth in the UK?
Resale depends on metal, weight, size and completeness — indicative bands:
Indicative only — your piece depends on metal, weight, condition and papers. Send a photo for a free, accurate valuation.
Selling Your Hermès
What we look at when buying Hermès jewellery:
- Authenticity — Hermès signature, 925 / 750 mark, stamp.
- Metal — Silver vs 18ct gold; weight.
- Model — Chaîne d'Ancre, Enchaînée, Farandole.
- Diamonds — Plain or set.
- Completeness — Box and receipt.
We buy Hermès directly — fair prices, immediate payment, no auction fees.
How to sell Hermès jewellery in the UK
Send clear photos of the piece, the Hermès signature and metal mark, and any box or receipt. We confirm authenticity, weigh the metal, assess any diamonds, and give an honest figure with immediate payment — no auction commission. More on our sell your Hermès jewellery page, our Collier de Chien guide and whether designer jewellery holds its value.
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Value Your Hermès Jewellery
Send photographs of the piece, the signature and any papers — we'll give you an honest, no-obligation valuation.
⚠️ Strictly by appointment only — no walk-ins at either showroom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre jewellery — common questions.
Does Hermès Chaîne d'Ancre hold its value?
The solid-gold pieces hold value well — gold weight plus the Hermès name and demand. Silver pieces are accessible and resaleable but sit closer to material value. Box and papers help.
What is the anchor-chain link?
A link shaped like a ship's anchor chain — a stirrup or "D" closed by a central bar. Robert Dumas adapted it for Hermès jewellery in 1938.
How much is mine worth?
It depends on the metal (silver vs 18ct gold), the weight, the size of links, any diamonds, condition and papers. Send a photo for a free, accurate valuation.
How do I know mine is genuine?
Genuine Hermès is signed Hermès, marked 925 or 750 and usually stamped. Send photos of the signature and marks and we'll confirm.
Do you buy silver Hermès too?
Yes — though silver pieces are lower value than the solid-gold Chaîne d'Ancre.
Can you value it on WhatsApp?
Yes. Message +44 7494 214652 with photos of the piece and signature and we'll reply, usually within a working day.
Send Us Your Photographs
Attach photos of the piece and the Hermès signature. We'll respond within one working day.