{"product_id":"antique-victorian-gold-filled-mesh-book-chain-cameo-necklace-18-5","title":"Antique Victorian Gold Filled Mesh Book Chain Cameo Necklace, 18.5\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStunning Antique Victorian Gold-Filled Mesh Book Chain Cameo Necklace (c. 1880s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAn authentic piece of late 19th-century Victorian jewelry history. This wide woven mesh ribbon \"book chain\" collar features a beautifully carved central cameo centerpiece surrounded by ornate, detailed wire filigree and tri-foil leaf motifs.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA true collector’s highlight: it features a rare, completely integrated front-fastening hidden tongue-and-groove clasp built seamlessly directly inside the pendant structure itself, allowing the mesh chain to wrap smoothly around the neck without interruption.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eXRF Metal Analysis Verified:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo guarantee authenticity, this piece has been professionally surface-tested using an XRF analyzer. The mesh chain registers a thick gold-fill layer reading over 7K, and the original central pendant casing tests at over 10K surface gold.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u0026amp; Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Wearable Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18.5 inches (Sits beautifully right at the collarbone)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChain Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.3 mm (A bold, flat-laying statement width)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePendant Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 mm x 33 mm (Approx. 1.3\" square footprint)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e None (Highly typical for American gold-filled production of this specific era)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExcellent antique condition with light, age-appropriate patina. The woven mesh is completely fluid with no kinks, tears, or missing links. The hidden clasp functions perfectly and clicks securely into place. The gold-filled layer is exceptionally thick with minimal surface \"brassing\" or wear-through. Original to itself with zero modifications or repairs. Note that the woman's left shoulder has a couple of very tiny fleabites. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully as they form part of the description. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"113034","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48920813240539,"sku":"6296876482871","price":345.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-06-30T143710.810.jpg?v=1782845518","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/antique-victorian-gold-filled-mesh-book-chain-cameo-necklace-18-5","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}