{"product_id":"antique-18ct-gold-french-long-guard-chain-foxtail-link-amethyst-slider-c-1860-cn1324","title":"Antique 18ct Gold French Long Guard Chain | Foxtail Link Amethyst Slider | c.1860","description":"\u003cp\u003eA magnificent antique French guard chain in rich 18ct yellow gold, crafted in a fine and fluid foxtail link that moves with exceptional fluidity along its length. The centrepiece is an exquisite slider set with a vivid faceted amethyst to the front, surrounded by delicate seed pearls, with a beautifully chased reverse — a combination of colour, texture and craftsmanship that speaks to the very finest French goldsmithing of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe slider moves smoothly and freely along the chain, allowing versatile wear at any length. The chain is fitted with its original screw-back dog clasp — a wonderfully ingenious mechanism which, when unscrewed, allows the hinged dog clasp to open, enabling pendants or a pocket watch fob to be attached and removed with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFabulous antique condition. Chain links are sound throughout with no repairs or weak points noted. Slider functions smoothly. Amethyst and seed pearls remain secure. Clasp mechanism works correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptionally fine and rare piece of French jewellery — the combination of the foxtail chain, amethyst and pearl slider, and original dog clasp make this a truly special find for the serious collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe necklace is fixed length and does not open with a clasp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEra:\u003cbr\u003e\nVictorian, c.1860\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks:\u003cbr\u003e\nUnmarked, tests as 18ct gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e\nLength 29\" (66cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nSlicer Diameter 15mm\u003cbr\u003e\nChain width 2mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeight:\u003cbr\u003e\n18.6 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"thenorthc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57136738009468,"sku":"CN1324","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/3423\/1615\/files\/il_fullxfull.8252257353_ts38.jpg?v=1783094606","url":"https:\/\/thenorthc.co.uk\/products\/antique-18ct-gold-french-long-guard-chain-foxtail-link-amethyst-slider-c-1860-cn1324","provider":"TheNorthC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}