Victorian Silver Long Guard Chain Necklace, 56" almandine garnet a couple of light dings

a couple of light dings to the gold

the head and band are presumably a later marriage

it's simple and elegant - dating from the latter half of the 19th Century

dating from the late 19th Century - circa 1880

Then voilà

Victorian Silver Long Guard Chain Necklace, 56" almandine garnet a couple of light dingsDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A gorgeous Victorian silver long guard chain dating from the latter half of the 19th Century. It's well made and of heavy weight construction, with oval belcher links and two swivel fasteners. At 56 inches in length it can be worn long, or even doubled tripled. MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 56 inches Individual links: 3. 6 x 3. 3mm WEIGHT 38. 5g MARKS Stamped STERLING CONDITION Very good