Victorian 9k Gold Box-Link Long Guard Chain, 61" Giuliano ~100 years after it was

~100 years after it was popularised by Napoleon when he proposed to Josephine with a sapphire and diamond example (look that up

gold crosses

In most versions of the story Medusa was killed by Perseus

The goldwork is exceptional

18 carat cornflower blue Ceylon sapphire nestled within a cluster of brilliant cut diamonds

Victorian 9k Gold Box-Link Long Guard Chain, 61" Giuliano ~100 years after it wasDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 An extra long Victorian guard chain measuring 61 inches in length. It's composed of 9k gold box links, each face with a cross motif. With larger pierced fancy links situated at roughly 3 inch intervals and clasp, it dates from the Victorian period, circa 1880. It's great to find such a long example. MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 61 inches Width of links: 2. 2mm Fancy links: 25 x 4. 7mm WEIGHT 36. 9g MARKS No marks present,