51" Georgian 18K Solid Gold Long Guard Chain, Antique French Long Articulated Chain c. 1830 mirror_pendant All filigree is present an

All filigree is present an the links have been inspected and are strong

26 gPeriod: Early Victorian dated February 3

heavy and luxurious

it makes a lovely impression

53 g combined

51" Georgian 18K Solid Gold Long Guard Chain, Antique French Long Articulated Chain c. 1830 mirror_pendant All filigree is present anThis stunning chain is ingenious in its construction. Typical of the late Georgian period, it has the appearance of a heavy and commanding chain when it has been cleverly constructed from lightweight thin sheets of gold. At the time gold was scarce, especially after the Napoleonic wars, necessitating jewelers to use as little gold as possible for maximum effect. This lovely chain features thin, hollow, interlocking articulated links with an engraved