Antique Victorian gunmetal steel watch or muff chain with faceted paste stations. 58 inches. nlch186

A Victorian gunmetal steel watch or muff chain with 65 faceted purple paste stations, all bezel set. Wear it long, doubled or hang your favorite locket or pendant. 44 inches total length. Swivel clasp. All very good original condition. Long-chains, also known as guard chains or muff chains were worn during the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras. The chain could be worn across the shoulders, around the neck in layers, or across the chest. The Victorians liked to secure a watch, keys or a lorgnette from the chain.