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
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Guard chains were originally designed for a woman to wear around her neck with her fob watch attached. Muff chains followed the same principle and were designed to attach the woolen muff to, so when the lady went inside, she could remove her hands from the muff. This antique guard chain was in the late 1800’s and measures 123 cm in length. Made in sterling silver guard chain is in excellent condition and is so versatile.
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