Garnet & Pearl Victorian Slide Chain Necklace

A pretty and versatile Victorian slide chain necklace. The oval slide is set diagonally with two pearls and a garnet. The slide runs along a long, gold filled trace chain; the color of the metal is a mellow antique rosy gold color. The chain is finished with a small watch hook. Slide chains were originally meant to hold a small ladies' watch. It may still be used for this, of course, but these chains are very versatile and may be worn in many ways. It may 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 47" long, the slide measures 9.4mm by 5.7mm and the hook is 17.7mm 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 n7852.