The name "Sword Chain" comes from the fact that members of the Freemasons wore swords as part of their formal attire during meetings, attaching them to the hilts with a chain. Production seems to have taken place from the late 1800s to the early 1900s, during the Victorian era. Made of pewter, an alloy of tin, this item has a unique luster. It has moderate strength and is relatively lightweight compared to metal accessories like silver or copper, so you should be able to use it without stress. Please understand that this is a vintage item and judge the condition and color from the photos. The long type of sword chain is a very rare item, especially as it is becoming less and less common year by year. We hope you will consider this opportunity.