Details
This silky antique Victorian rope twist chain dates to the late 19th Century and is fashioned in lustrous 18ct yellow gold, with a 9ct gold bolt ring clasp added at the end to create a stylish, long guard chain, measuring 37 inches.
Both fashionable and practical, guard chains were an essential accessory for the 19th-century woman. Deliberately long enough to be tucked into a belt, they allowed the wearer to attach a pocket watch, lorgnette glasses, or even a small fur cylinder known as a “muff” to the clasp, ensuring the items were always close at hand.
In excellent condition, this Victorian chain’s generous length allows it to be worn long in traditional style or looped twice for a chic, tiered “neck-mess” look, with the bolt-ring clasp providing endless opportunities to showcase your favourite antique pendants, charms, or lockets.
WEIGHT: 6.9 grams
MEASURES: Length 37 inches x Width 1.5mm – Clasp Height 12mm x Width 8mm
METAL: Yellow Gold (Tested 18ct chain, 9ct stamped clasp)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1880 – 1900)
MARKS: 9ct stamp on clasp. No other marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 26-042
You can find more Victorian Guard Chains in our Antique Chains collection.
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