This incredibly rare 18-carat gold Victorian guard chain epitomizes versatility, featuring heavy box links, a stunning turquoise sliding pendant and a sweet swivel clasp that doubles as a charm holder.
 
Dating to circa 1860, the standout feature of this piece is its turquoise sliding pendant. Designed to glide seamlessly along the chain, it securely holds its position wherever you place it, allowing you to adjust the length and style according to your necklace stack with every wear.
 
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail in 18-carat gold and weighing over 60 grams, the chain boasts a rich yellow gold colour that pairs beautifully with both antique and modern gold.
 
With its innovative slider pendant, this elongated chain offers adjustable length and styling options—too many to fit all the images into this listing. So, we have included a video showcasing some of our favorite ways to style her. Dress her up with your favorite charms and pendants, and layer her with your other chains and necklaces; the possibilities are truly endless with this piece.
 
In excellent antique condition, the links show little to no wear, with only one link appearing to have been repaired in the past but remaining strong and secure. The turquoise stones all appear original, with no signs of replacements. The sliding pendant remains robust and secure, holding its place on the chain. The swivel clasp is easy to manoeuvre by simply twisting the swivel section to open/close; it remains tight and secure when closed. Altogether, this is an extremely well-made historical piece that remains in excellent condition for its age.
 
This enchanting chain promises to be a stunning addition to your necklace layers.