Weighty? You bet at a grand 5.42 ounces of silver, or 148 grams, your collection of antique dog collars is now kicked up a few notches, or your pooch, will be pampered like no other.

Every link is hallmarked, and one link before the female clasp end, has a full set of English hallmarks. And the year of creation...1880 in London.

The dog collar alternates two styles of links. One is an eight-sided octagon and the other is a neoclassical wreath or garland. These are solid and not hollow.

At the ends of the collar, a female keyhole combines with a male loop for locking and suspending a leash or tag.

Each link end moves freely and easily with a fine five-part hinge. In total the collar length is 14 1/2 inches, so go measure your pup.

For the antique dog collar collector, absolutely the best The Three Graces has seen.

In Kent, England, there is a dog collar museum as part of Leeds Castle. The paper cover book, "Four centuries of dog collars at Leeds Castle" proves a superb reference. A free copy of this scarce book will come with your purchase. Most copies, if you can find them, range from $75-$100.