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Victorian era antique fancy guard chain in 9 carat rose gold
Guard of muff chains were popular in the Victorian era of the 1800’s, and were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very beautiful and elegant antique rose gold guard chain measuring 138cm in length that is made up of the most beautiful design that will no doubt always be admired and appreciated. The colour of the 9 carat rose gold looks so beautiful and has that wonderful warm tone to it that looks even better against the skin. Made up of lover knot links and series of double oval links, this has the length to be worn full length or doubled over. Fitted with a swivel to hand a ladies pocket watch, seal or locket from, this is as versatile as it is beautiful. Still in wonderful condition even after 140 years have passed, this antique guard chain is a versatile as it is beautiful. Stock# ES9199 Circa: 1890 $4,800
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Antique guard chain made in 15 carat gold in the 1890’s
Here is a wonderful full length antique guard chain that has not only a wonderful heft but such a tactile feel to it. Originally designed to hold a ladies pocket watch in the lapel, today you can still so easily put a ladies pocket watch on the end, as well as such items as a locket, seal or swivel, or anything to the hearts content, and wear it full length or doubled around the neck Made in 15 carat rose gold, the colour of the rose gold has such a wonderful warm tone to it that has achieved a delightful patina that modern pink gold simply does not have. It is so hard to find these in 15 carat gold making it even more special and unique. Measuring 142cm in length, it is fitted with its original swivel and from end to end it all in superb condition. So beautiful and stylish with so many options on how to wear it, this antique guard chain is just wonderful. Stock# ES8689 Circa: 1890 $4,950 (Hold AO)
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Antique sterling silver guard chain measuring 123cm in length
Guard of muff chains were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very versatile antique sterling silver guard chain measuring 123cm in length. Easy able to be worn doubled around the neck, the elegant belcher link of the chain is so comfortable and smooth to the touch and slides through the fingers so gracefully. With a swivel connected to the chain, it will be so easy to attach a multitude of pieces on there such as a fob watch, locket or anything else the heart desires. This lovely antique guard chain is in wonderful condition and will have you finding so many different ways in which to wear it. Stock# ES7845 Circa: 1890 $Sold.
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Antique rose gold fancy guard chain measuring 154cm in length
Very popular in the Victorian times, guard or muff chains were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very beautiful antique rose gold fancy guard chain measuring 154cm in length. Made in 9ct rose gold, the colour alone of the gold has that delightful warm tone to it that is often missing in modern rose gold. Whereas modern rose gold is often very pink and coppery in colour, this antique guard chain has such a beautiful warm colour that will always be admired. With a swivel at one section to attach whatever the heart desires, the length will easily allow it to be doubled over and worn at different lengths. The chain design is so tactile to run through your fingers, and then there are the twelve additional fancy sections that add such an attractive element to this chain. Still in superb condition well over a century later, and with a gorgeous colour of gold combined with such a beautiful design of links, this antique guard chain is one that is so versatile in how it can be worn. Stock# ES7173 Circa: 1890 $4,850
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Antique Victorian era rose gold guard chain measuring 130cm
Popular in the Victorian times, guard or muff chains were used to hold the ladies fob watch securely or to attach to a woollen muff or hand warmer, and here is a very elegant antique Victorian era rose gold guard chain measuring 130cm in length. The links are facetted belcher links, which as they have angled edges, is much more attractive than the modern round belcher link and having this feature, manages to capture the light so well. Easily able to be wrapped double around the neck or left long, antique guard chains are as versatile as they are beautiful. Made in 9ct rose gold, the colour has that lovely soft warm colour that is so sought after today and looks so good no matter what colour outfit it is worn with. Fitted with its original swivel, this lovely antique guard chain is as beautiful as it is versatile. Circa: 1890 Stock# T339 $Sold.
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Rare 22 carat antique guard chain measuring 195cm in length
Guard chains were made and designed for women to wear around her neck with her fob watch attached and were popular in the 19th century, and here is an incredibly rare solid 22 carat antique guard chain measuring 195cm in length, or 6 foot 4 inches when laid out end to end. Entirely hand made, the time needed to make nearly 2 meters of chain in solid gold would have been immense and this one is so beautifully and uniquely designed and measures 5.6mm in diameter. This chain has such a tactile feel to it and can so easily be worn long, doubled or even tripled over, and no matter how you choose to wear it, there is no doubt that it will always be admired and looked upon with awe. Bearing hallmarks for Portugal, if this piece could talk it would be amazing to consider who owned and wore such a magnificent piece of high end jewellery all those years ago. Antique guard chains are around today and make such a versatile style, however there will be little to compare this to it regards to thickness, link design, length and high carat of gold which is practically unheard of with antique guard chains. A truly spectacular and unique piece. Stock# ES7725 Circa: 1880 $18,250
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