Victorian 9k Gold Guard Chain 54.5" 40.2 grams

A luxurious antique Victorian guard chain made up of chunky links fashioned in 9K gold.

Each cable link is lovely and smooth. The cable links are separated with fancy long links and gold balls that accent this beautiful chain. The chain measures 54.5" long and weighs 40.2 grams.

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

It’s rare to find a guard chain of this weight and length, so it can be worn as one long chain or looped twice around the neck to make two festoons of gold. Perfect for wearing your favorite pendant as well.

A beautiful Victorian necklace.