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Antique Sterling Silver Flat Curb Link Long Guard Chain Necklace | 62" Length
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Antique Sterling Silver Flat Curb Link Long Guard Chain Necklace | 62" Length

19th century
Description

Discover the allure of a bygone era with this super-rare flat curb link silver guard chain, featuring a silver swivel dog clip drop dating to Chester, 1915.

It is a versatile 62-inch-long chain that allows you to layer it with other chains or wrap it around your neck multiple times. It's also designed with a dog clip drop, so you can attach your most cherished charms and pendants!

METAL

Sterling Silver

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 62" in length

The chain measures 3.64mm in width

The dog clip measures 2.1cm x 0.7cm

WEIGHT

59.70 grams

HALLMARKS

W.W.C

Lion Mark, Date letter p (chester 1915)

CONDITION

This antique silver chain is in good condition, reflecting its timeless charm. While it shows some light wear consistent with its age, there is no notable damage. The links exhibit a few areas of patina, but they remain solid and secure. This chain would be an excellent and rare addition to any antique jewellery collection.

Item Number - 11777

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Guard Chain to the Victorian era.

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SA1237821
Dealers Internal Reference
11777
Description
Discover the allure of a bygone era with this super-rare flat curb link silver guard chain, featuring a silver swivel dog clip drop dating to Chester, 1915.
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It is a versatile 62-inch-long chain that allows you to layer it with other chains or wrap it around your neck multiple times.
Lancastrian Jewellers

It's also designed with a dog clip drop, so you can attach your most cherished charms and pendants!

fig 1. A long sterling silver flat curb link guard chain draped in multiple tiers with a dog clip clasp at the bottom.
fig 1. Antique Sterling Silver Flat Curb Link Long Guard Chain Necklace | 62" Length

METAL

Sterling Silver

MEASUREMENTS

Measures 62" in length

The chain measures 3.64mm in width

The dog clip measures 2.1cm x 0.7cm

WEIGHT

59.70 grams

HALLMARKS

W.W.C

Lion Mark, Date letter p (chester 1915)

CONDITION

fig 2. A long sterling silver flat curb link guard chain draped in multiple tiers with a dog clip clasp at the bottom.
fig 2. Antique Sterling Silver Flat Curb Link Long Guard Chain Necklace | 62" Length

This antique silver chain is in good condition, reflecting its timeless charm. While it shows some light wear consistent with its age, there is no notable damage. The links exhibit a few areas of patina, but they remain solid and secure. This chain would be an excellent and rare addition to any antique jewellery collection.

Item Number - 11777

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Sterling Silver Guard Chain to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237821
Dealers Internal Ref
11777
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
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A long sterling silver flat curb link guard chain draped in multiple tiers with a dog clip clasp at the bottom.
Antique Sterling Silver Flat Curb Link Long Guard Chain Necklace | 62" Length
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  • ObjectNecklaces
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSterling Silver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFlat curb links, Dog clip clasp, Swivel fastener, Layered length

This Victorian sterling silver long guard chain necklace presents a bright silver colour and a substantial 59.70 grams weight. The piece takes the form of a long flat curb link chain measuring 157.48 cm in length and 3.64 mm in width, complete with a functional swivel dog clip clasp measuring 2.1 cm by 0.7 cm at the bottom drop. Hallmarks on the metal include the lion mark, the maker's mark W.W.C, and the Chester date letter p for 1915, accompanied by light wear and areas of natural patina on the links. In a modern home setting, the versatile chain serves as a wearable antique jewellery piece that hangs securely around the neck in multiple layered tiers or wraps for daily wear. The dog clip fastener enables the suspension of cherished charms and pendants from the drop. The solid links and secure hardware allow for both standalone wear and combination with other chains from a personal collection.

FAQs

Historically worn during the Victorian and Edwardian eras, guard chainsalso known as muff chainswere long, continuous chains used to secure pocket watches, lorgnettes, or muffs.

These chains were typically crafted from sterling silver, gold, or rolled gold, utilising hand-assembled curb, rope, or belcher links finished with a dog clip swivel clasp.

Authenticity can be verified by examining British hallmarks or silver purity stamps, checking for smooth surface wear across the curb links, and inspecting the original swivel clasp mechanism.

A chain of this length can be looped two, three, or four times around the neck for a layered effect, with the dog clip attached to modern pendants, lockets, or charms.

Store the chain flat in an airtight pouch to prevent oxidisation and tangling, and gently clean it using a soft silver polishing cloth without chemical solvents.
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