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Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Guard Chain
Located in Kendal, GB
A luxurious antique Victorian guard chain made up of chunky cable links fashioned in 9ct gold. Each
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1880s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Guard Chain 9ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A luxurious antique Victorian guard chain made up of solid cable links fashioned in 9ct gold. Each
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian fancy double link gold guard chain and bolt ring catch.
Metal: 15k yellow gold
Weight
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1880s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Yellow Gold
Victorian 9k Rose Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian fancy guard chain with double links, bars and facetted ball spacers. This chain is
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1880s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Long Guard Chain 9ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A grand antique Victorian guard chain from the late 19th Century made up of faceted cable links and
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1890s European Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Rose Gold Victorian Guard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
Fabulous antique 9k rose gold Victorian guard chain with dog clip at 20". We love it worn plain
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Long 18k yellow Gold Guard Chain Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
18k yellow gold Victorian guard chain, 144cm in length. Featuring hand-engraved panel links and
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1890s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Cut Steel Guard Chain, circa 1810
Located in Kendal, GB
An exquisite Antique Georgian guard chain from the early 19th Century made up of long, faceted Cut
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19th Century Georgian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Cut Steel
Antique Victorian Guard Chain in 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A grand antique Victorian guard chain made during the late 19th Century. The chain is all 15ct gold
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold
Antique Victorian Guard Chain 15ct Gold, Circa 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
A grand antique Victorian Guard chain from the late 19th Century consisting of solid 15ct yellow
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Long Guard Chain Sautoir with Enamel Slide Infinity Knot
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine and solid long guard chain is in excellent order throughout and comes with it's double
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1870s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
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W 0.32 in L 29.77 in
Antique 15k Yellow Gold Rope Style Guard Chain, Circa 1880-90
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Antique 15k solid yellow gold long guard chain with an intricate twisted rope design. This
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1880s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Guard Chain 48 Inches Long Dated Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Guard Chain 48 Inches Long Dated Circa 1880
Lovely fancy link,42.2 grams of 9ct
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1880s English Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
9k Gold
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W 0.12 in D 0.12 in L 48 in
Edwardian c.1900 Crystal and Multi-Coloured Glass Antique Long Guard Chain
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
sometimes referred to as a guard chain. Guard chains were used to hold pocket watches and were substantial
Category
Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Crystal
Antique Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Long Guard Chain/ Double/Triple Row Chain
Located in London, GB
An antique Edwardian English 9 carat gold long guard necklace chain. This can be worn as a 2/3 rows
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Ornate Link Yellow Gold Guard Chain Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This ornate, fancy link guard chain is beautifully unique with the fine wire work and craftsmanship
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1890s Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique Iron Long Guard Chain with Enamelled Silver Dragonfly
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This wonderful antique long guard chain is made from extremely fine iron split rings. It came to me
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Early 1800s Empire Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Silver, Enamel, Mixed Metal
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W 0.2 in D 0.02 in L 34.26 in
Antique Belle Époque Long Guard Chain Silver Muff Chain Chrysoprase Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant long guard chain is made was crerated towards the end of the 19th century. from long
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1890s Belle Époque Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Silver
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W 0.36 in D 0.4 in L 29.14 in
NCR & Co Antique Victorian Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain with Dog Clip
Located in London, GB
NCR & Co antique Victorian gold gilt metal long guard chain, with the original swivel dog clip that
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Antique 9 Kt Yellow Gold Fancy Link Long Chain Necklace, Guard Chain, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning antique, Victorian 9kt yellow gold, fancy link longuard chain is sure to turn some
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 61.5 in
Antique Gold Gilt Metal Long Guard Chain Brass Sovereign Coin Holder Pendant
Located in London, GB
Antique gold gilt metal long guard chain with dog clip, and featuring an attached brass sovereign
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Brass, Gilt Metal
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Dm 1.25 in L 48.6 in
Matinee Length Fancy Fetter Watch or Guard Chain in Yellow Gold with Swivel Clip
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is an old watch chain that long ago got separated from its watch. We added a dog (aka swivel
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.14 in L 20.87 in
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Belcher Link Guard Muff Chain
Located in St Helens, GB
A rose gold guard chain.
Solid 9 carat rose gold belcher link example.
Good length and style
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Early 20th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Rose Gold
Antique Belle Époque 18 Karat Gold Sautoir Long Guard Chain Oriental Pearls
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Very elegant French Belle Époque 18 karat gold sautoir made up from two variations of delicately worked oval links alternating with oriental pearls.
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1890s French Belle Époque Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.36 in L 43.31 in
Antique Victorian Gold Fancy Link Long Chain with Hinged Swivel Bale
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold long guard chain comprised of handmade, interlocking reeded and
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1870s English Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Long 15 Kt Gold Long Chain
Located in Stamford, CT
A 32.5 gram Victorian 15 Kt gold long guard chain with beveled beads, tubular links and round links
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold, Turquoise and Old Cut Diamond Star Locket Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
grey fabric. The bracelet comes with a small guard chain near the push to close clasp. The bracelet
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Antique Silver Long Guard Muff Chain
Located in New York, NY
French Silver Muff Chain
158 cm / 62.2 in.
41 grams
Category
Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Silver
Superb Victorian 57" Long Solid 15 Carat Gold Belcher Link Guard Muff Chain
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning quality Victorian era guard or muff chain, circa 1880.
Solid 15 carat yellow gold
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19th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold
Old Victorian Chain Slide with 4 Seed Pearls and Pink Stone
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Gorgeous slide charm with seed pearls and a pink faceted stone for guard chain, or necklace, or
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Mid-19th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Pearl
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H 0.41 in W 0.39 in D 0.17 in
Etruscan Revival 15k Gold Victorian Large Locket
Located in New York, NY
outside border of the piece. We love this one on an antique guard chain or on our antique inspired belcher
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Late 19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Guard Chain
Materials
15k Gold
Victorian School Mid 19th Century Oil - Lady in Half-Mourning
Located in Corsham, GB
deceased loved one. The guard chain around her neck shows her status as a lady of the house, and most
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Mid-19th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Oil
H 22.05 in W 18.12 in
Antique 18k gold Sautoir necklace, 157.5cm long guard, French Victorian chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
filigree scroll decorations and millegrain details. The chain closes with a small antique spring ring and
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.26 in L 62.01 in
Gold, amethyst and seed pearl Austro Hungarian bracelet
Located in New Orleans, LA
attached guard chain which is presently not removable but could be removed if desired.
Style: Renaissance
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold
A Rare Orientalist Portrait of a Nubian Guard, by Edmund Walenta, 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
detail. Every vein in the Nubian guard's arm, every link in his chain mail, is observed minutely. To
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19th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Oil, Canvas
Large Six-Light Bronze Chandelier with Folkore or Fable Hybrid Guard Sculptures
Located in Lisse, NL
matching antique canopy and chain we can also create the perfect height for your (high) ceiling.
We have a
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Bronze
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H 33.5 in Dm 30.3 in
Antique aquamarine necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
carats, to an elegant long guard trace chain, composed of interlocking oval links, polished edges and
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Late 19th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
Antique Tricycle Horse Toy
Located in Antwerp, BE
chain and beautiful elaborated chain guard.
Original antique toy found in a castle in France.
For his
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Metal
Antique Savonnerie Carpet, France, Late 19th Century
Located in Charlottesville, VA
III Savonnerie carpet features floral guard bands reminiscent of decorative woodwork that create a
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1890s French Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Wool
Dangae do tosei gusoku A blue-laced samurai armor with cuirass of double style
Located in Milano, IT
leaves.
Suneate [shin guards]: Of shino type, with gilt iron plates and chain mail.
Kōgake [feet
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18th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Iron
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H 59.06 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Dutch 17th Century Oil on Wood Painting in the Manner of Frans Francken
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
from two guards killing a traitor seated at the table. In the background you have architectural
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17th Century Dutch Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Canvas, Giltwood
Victorian Diamond Pearl Bracelet 14K Gold & Silver Bangle 4.44 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
) circumferences are 2.25" x 1-7/8".
The bracelet has a chain guard for more security. Perfectly working clasp
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1890s Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Diamond Emerald Bracelet Antique 14K Rose Gold Bangle
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
2-3/8" x 2".
The clasp is very secure with a chain guard.
The bracelet weighs 24.6 grams.
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Early 20th Century Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Medusa and Andromeda
By Magdeburger Kunstwerkstatten Reps and Trinte
Located in West Hollywood, CA
captive by chaining her to rocks in the ocean. You can see the chains at her wrists and ankles. Medusa
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Early 1900s Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Terracotta
Renaissance Revival 1880 Sword Jabot In 18Kt Gold With Demantoids And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
pommel and the rain-guard are embellished with a fantastic assortment of eleven natural earth mined
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1880s English Renaissance Revival Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Garnet, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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W 1.28 in L 3.82 in
Italy 1850 Florentine Damascene Stiletto Dagger in Iron Silver and Gold
Located in Miami, FL
octagonal combat shield and two carved chains, which hold the guard where the dagger goes.
The dagger
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Mid-19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Gold, Silver, Steel, Iron
H 11.06 in W 2.36 in D 0.85 in
Antique Persian Karaja Heriz Rug with Mid-Century Modern Style, Accent Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
scroll border, flanked by inner and outer floral meander guard borders and subsidiary chain-link guard
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Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Wool
Eurasian Teal Duck: An 18th Century Hand-colored Nozeman Engraving "Anas Crecca"
By Cornelis Nozeman and Jan Christiaan Sepp
Located in Alamo, CA
depicts a female Eurasian Teal duck standing on guard next to her nest containing four eggs. She appears
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1770s Naturalistic Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Engraving
Cartusia Bruxellensis Monastery in Brussels: A 17th C. Hand-colored Engraving
By Lucas Vorsterman the Younger
Located in Alamo, CA
engraving is printed on laid, chain-linked paper with wide, full margins. The sheet measures 17.25" high and
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Mid-17th Century Old Masters Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Engraving
Tah-Ro-Hon, An Ioway Warrior: Original Hand-colored McKenney & Hall Lithograph
By McKenney & Hall
Located in Alamo, CA
feathered multicolored headdress, long ornamental earrings, a chain necklace, a presidential piece medal on
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Mid-19th Century Naturalistic Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Lithograph
Platinum and Pearl Long Guard Art Deco Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Fashioned circa 1920s this Art Deco long guard chain is comprised of platinum cable style links to
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1920s Antique Guard Chain
Regency Long Guard Chain
Located in London, GB
This regency long guard chain is designed with triple links . The original clasp is set with small
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1810s British Regency Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Guard Chain Charm Necklace
Located in Preston, GB
A rare mystical charm necklace, long vintage guard chain with alternate plain and twisted links and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Guard Chain
Materials
10k Gold
Antique Victorian French Guard Chain Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful Antique Victorian French guard chain has been commissioned in Silver. It features
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1880s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Long Silver Guard Chain Belcher Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This long antique Belcher guard chain has been beautifully preserved from the Victorian era and is
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Long Guard Chain Sterling Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster , GB
This solid, late Victorian guard chain is made up of strong Sterling Silver links each baring a
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Guard Chain Pink Paste Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Guard chain is Victorian, Circa 1900.
The chain is long and beautifully made, displaying lovely Pink
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Guard Chain 18 Carat Gold On Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster , GB
A robust Antique Victorian guard chain made up of strong Silver cable links which have been gilded
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Long Guard Chain 18 Carat Gold Cased Silver, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster , GB
A long antique guard chain from the late Victorian era made up of fancy Gold links with longer
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Georgian Long Guard Chain 18 Carat Gold on Silver, circa 1800
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This exquisite long antique guard chain has been beautifully preserved from the Georgian era. The
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Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Guard Chain
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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Antique Guard Chain For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact antique guard chain you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 9k Gold and Yellow Gold. You’re likely to find the perfect antique guard chain among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique guard chain over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique guard chain of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Pearl, from our inventory of 5, is particularly popular. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique guard chain, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Antique Guard Chain?
The price for an antique guard chain starts at $194 and tops out at $19,263 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,275.
Questions About Antique Guard Chain
- What is a guard chain?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Guard chains are durable long chains that have a decorative clip on one end. You can use the clip as a clasp to keep the necklace in place.
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