Antique Victorian Guard Chain Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1900

Details

A fabulous antique guard chain from the late Victorian era made up of faceted 9ct gold cable links leading to a claw clasp at the bottom.

Guard chains were popular in the 19^th Century and were usually adorned with a pocket watch or lorgnette and were long enough to be tucked into a belt.

The chain measures 57 inches in total and can be worn as one long chain as it was back in the day or looped twice around the neck if preferred.

WEIGHT: 32.8 grams

MEASURES: Length 57 inches x Width 3mm – Clasp Height 22mm x Width 8mm

METAL: 9ct Gold (Stamped) 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1900) 

MARKS: 9ct stamps, Maker’s initials (A.C.C.)

CONDITION: Excellent 

ITEM NUMBER: 21-563