A magnificent antique Victorian guard chain from the late 19^th Century decorated with faceted almandine garnet beads with a luxurious, deep violet/ red hue, connected by 9ct gold curb links and held by a ring clasp at the end. 

Guard chains were at the height of popularity in the 18^th & 19^th Century. Both fashionable and practical, they were deliberately long enough to be tucked into a belt and were usually adorned with a pocket watch, lorgnette or muff. 

It has a good length, measuring 65 inches and can be worn as one long chain or looped twice around the neck, creating two fabulous festoons. 

WEIGHT: 31 grams 

MEASURES: Length 65 inches x Width 2mm 

METAL: 9ct Gold (Tested) 

STONES: Almandine Garnets (approx. 3 x 4mm, 0.20 – 0.50ct each) 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1880 – 1900) 

MARKS: 9ct stamp 

CONDITION: Excellent – Minor wear on the stones 

ITEM NUMBER: CP14 

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