Victorian Silver Long Guard Chain Necklace, 56" almandine garnet it's simple and elegant -

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

with simple split shoulders and a reeded band

Then voilà

dating from the late 19th Century - circa 1880

the head and band are presumably a later marriage

Victorian Silver Long Guard Chain Necklace, 56" almandine garnet it's simple and elegant -DATE: 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