Victorian Sterling Silver French Paste Guard Chain Agate there is no apparent damage

there is no apparent damage to the sterling silver and gold setting or to the pearl

the impressive bracelet rests prominently at the wrist

The links have been hand carved from agate

Connecting each link together is a section of silver chain

and inside of the shank is a "14K" gold purity mark beside a maker's mark

Victorian Sterling Silver French Paste Guard Chain Agate there is no apparent damageFrench paste is a vintage jewelry term used to describe the practice of using faceted cut glass, cut in the shape of a real gemstone, instead of using gems. This process, which was developed in the 1700s, created the look of a sparkling gemstone or diamond but cost much less than real stones. A gorgeous French paste chain necklace from the Victorian(ca1880) era! Crafted in sterling silver, this long, flowing necklace is comprised of sparkling French