Victorian Yellow Gold Belcher Link Guard Chain
A stunning Antique Victorian longuard (or Guard/Muff) chain in a fine faceted belcher link in solid 9ct yellow gold, with a dogclip.
Wow! This is such a versatile chain at 152cm long it can be wrapped around multiple times and has a dog clip which you can attach a pendant or locket. It is the perfect length to layer with your other necklaces and gives a bit of detail and difference with the beautifully made faceted belcher link.
A longuard also known as long guard chains, guard chains, muff chains, lorgnette chains, slide chains, and sautoirs, are very long chains that held a lady's pocket watch, muff, or other similar item.
The chain and the dog clip are hallmarked for 9ct gold. The colour is an antique yellow, it actually looks good with both rose and yellow gold, so could be worn with either. She is in excellent antique condition and shows very little sign of wear.
A beautiful and versatile addition to a jewellery collection. All pendants shown in photos are not included. She comes with an independent replacement valuation for $9,200. Taking into account current gold prices and her condition she is priced very competitively.
Weight: 26.3 grams
Materials: Solid 9ct yellow gold
Dimensions: 1520mm long, 2.8mm wide and deep
Hallmarks: "9c" on chain and "9C on dogclip/swivel.
Circa: 1880-1910