This Victorian longuard chain necklace is handcrafted in 15ct yellow gold, weighs 24.9 and measures 53 inches long and 5mm wide. Epitomizing the classic elegance and distinct style of the affluent Victorian era, this longuard chain, most likely from England, is composed of delicate flat Cuban links with outstanding glittering effect. This original Victorian work of art is bisected by a highly ornate, cartouche style slide of octahedral format, adorned with 'en diagonal' textured and plain gold stripes, while the reverse is intaglio engraved with an absorbing floral decor. An elaborate swivel clasp of quintessentially Victorian design secures this alluring longuard chain, composed of a hand holding a hinged, arcade shaped 'knob' immaculately rendered in scrolls and repoussé gold and concluding with a screw-on swivel clasp. The extraordinary length of this delicate chain offers great versatility of wear as an alluring multi-row necklace of outstanding refinement. Alternatively, accommodating the interesting and popular Belle Époque style, could be worn in combination with a shorter, gold, diamond, or colored-stone necklace to enhance the sophistication of an extravagant décolleté dress for special occasions. In the 1830's Victorian era, long chains were worn around the neck, across the shoulders, tucked into the belt or pinned on the corsage.

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