Solid 18K Gold Belle Epoque French Chain, Victorian Antique Gold Necklace c. 1890 torpedo_earrings It has lost a little

It has lost a little of its luster with time and wear as some of the gold fill has worn

the piece has lovely flowing lines

Paste has long been used as a diamond imitation and used to be cut by experienced lapidaries in the past and prized in its own right

this original ring is sure to bring prosperity and peace

There is some light niello loss to the locket

Solid 18K Gold Belle Epoque French Chain, Victorian Antique Gold Necklace c. 1890 torpedo_earrings It has lost a littleCrafted in the late Victorian period, c. 1890, this is my all time favorite style of specialty chain. It was likely cut down at some point in its long history from a long guard chain, creating a lovely 'ras du cou', the perfect length to skim the collarbone. The chain is hallmarked with a rhino head, which was in use from 1838. It features round medallions which are flanked on both sides by teardrop shaped links. The interiors are filled with textured