Circa 1830 an exquisite 18ct yellow gold amethyst and pearl long chain pendant necklace. This necklace features a 40" long handmade box link chain that is attached to the pendant with 2 tiny jump rings. The chain is continuous (it has no clasp) and simply slips over the head, it can be worn long or doubled if desired.
The beautiful teardrop shaped pendant features a pear cut amethyst in a superb shade of violet. The gemstone is mounted into a domed setting that has a port hole in the back to allow light to flood through. The amethyst is set into a bezel with fine milgrain beads decorating the top and then framed by a halo of creamy ivory pearls in pinched collet settings.
A luxurious antique 18ct gold necklace steeped in romance, amethyst stand for devotion and pearls innocence, she is a testament to Georgian craftsmanship and enduring beauty.
DETAILS:
MATERIALS: 18ct yellow gold
GEMSTONES: Presidium tested, natural amethyst, pear cut approx. 18x12mm, natural pearls 2.5mm diameter
MEASUREMENTS: : chain measures 20-1/2" (52cm) down each side (total length 41"/104cm) and 1.2mm wide. The pendant measures 1" (2.6cm) tall, 5/8" (2cm) wide and 6mm deep.
WEIGHT: 13.2 grams.
HALLMARKS: none, acid tested and verified 18ct gold throughout
DATE: circa 1830 Georgian/ early Victorian
CONDITION: in very good antique condition showing just light surface wear and minor signs of age. The amethyst has natural feathery inclusions on the inside. The pearls are blemish free and secure in their settings. The gold chain is free flowing with no kinks, there are tiny spots of gold solder joining the links together as you might expect in a hand-made chain that is not mass produced.
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear or give as a gift.
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
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Materials: 18ct Gold, Natural Amethyst, Natural Pearls.