{"product_id":"gunmetal-striped-figaro-bar-chain-with-bolt-clasp-18","title":"Victorian Niello Striped 18\" Figaro Chain with Bolt Clasp","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe History:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Victorian figaro chain is crafted in sterling silver and features a repeating pattern of elongated rectangular links alternating with smaller oval connecting links. The longer links are decorated with fine black niello striping, creating a striking contrast against the polished silver surfaces. The decorative detailing continues around the large circular bolt clasp, giving the chain a consistent pattern throughout. The piece also features an antique swivel clasp closure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiello is a traditional metalworking technique in which a dark metallic compound, typically composed of silver, copper, and sulfur, is applied to engraved recesses in a metal surface. Once polished, the niello remains within the recessed areas, producing precise black detailing against the surrounding silver. The technique dates back to antiquity and was used extensively in European decorative metalwork, including jewelry produced during the Victorian era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example combines the alternating proportions of a figaro chain with finely striped niello decoration, highlighting the craftsmanship involved in both its construction and surface detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis piece was originally made and sourced in England.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis necklace measures 18\" in length.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Glen \u0026 Effie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67840400457973,"sku":null,"price":685.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0294\/1970\/0298\/files\/OOAK_Q42027-387.jpg?v=1793041135","url":"https:\/\/www.glenandeffie.com\/products\/gunmetal-striped-figaro-bar-chain-with-bolt-clasp-18","provider":"Glen \u0026 Effie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}