Lovely Long Opal and Pearl Slide Chain

This long gold filled twisted rope chain has a marquise shaped slide, set with an opal and pearls, and ends in a very handy watch hook. The color of the 140 year old gold filled slide and chain is that mellow old almost rose gold hue. Slide chains were originally designed to hold a small ladies watch. It may still be used for this, but they are very versatile and may be worn in many ways. This chain can be doubled for a shorter look and you can hang pendants, fobs, lockets, or whatever strikes your fancy from the hook. Circa 1880.

Details.....The chain measures 50" long, the slide measures 6mm x 11.2mm and the hook is 0.68" long. In Very Good antique condition. You should always expect some wear on your vintage and antique jewels, we consider it part of their charm.

Item number fj718.