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Antique Victorian 14k Gold Leontine Chain Necklace with a Rectangular Slide

$6,950
£5,278.70
€6,071.47
CA$9,710.51
A$10,828.32
CHF 5,649.76
MX$132,867.57
NOK 71,912.39
SEK 68,135.43
DKK 45,313.60
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A fine antique Victorian Leontine chain necklace. In 14k (slightly rose-tinted) gold. With alternating single & double cable chain links. Set with a rectangular slide with applied wire work and a dog clip and tassel terminals. The a dog-clip closure allows for a watch, lorgnette, loupe, pendant or whatever the heart desires. Apparently unmarked. Simply a wonderful antique longuard chain! Date: 19th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age. Fineness: Unmarked for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 14k. Measurements: Chain Length: ca. 40 in. Slide Length: ca. 18.8 mm Slide Width: ca. 16.8 mm Slide Depth: ca. 6 mm Weight (overall): ca. 48.63 Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    48.63 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (18.8 mm)Width: 0.67 in (16.8 mm)Depth: 0.24 in (6 mm)Length: 40 in (1,016 mm)
  • Style:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 242025130837DIINVDE24_SAXX1stDibs: LU849325790572

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