This Victorian longuard necklace is handcrafted in 14k yellow gold, weighs 67.6g and measures 50 inches long and 4.9mm wide. Epitomizing the classic elegance and finesse of the affluent Victorian era, this longuard chain is of authentic Austrian artisanship and bears on the swivel clasp official hallmark of Austria, consisting of the profile of a woman, an animal's head and the maker's initials. This captivating Victorian chain is composed of interlocking dual rings of circular format, creating an intriguing pattern with an outstanding glittering effect. This original Victorian work of art is bisected by a highly ornate cartouche style slide, adorned with exquisite repoussé work in textured gold and Etruscan Revival inspired granulation accents. A pair of round, iridescent cultured half-pearls measuring 3.83mm in diameter graded 'cream' color complement the repoussé gold decoration, mounted within square settings. The reverse of the slide is engraved with an alluring flower head flanked by masterfully chased leaves. Both sides of this ornate slide are finely chased around the perimeter. 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 Epoque style, it 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. A well-constructed ovular swivel-clasp secures this enchanting longuard chain necklace with slide, all being stamped throughout with indentifying markings of both the jeweler and the country from which it originated.

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