An extremely rare 1870s solid gold, ruby, sapphire and fine natural pearl negligee necklace. This
delicate hand made necklace is in an exceptionally feminine style. Fine
gold chains set with genuine natural pearls. These chains are joined
with vivid red earth mined rubies each hand set in fine gold. They form a
beautiful mesh which finishes at the bottom with lovely tassels. The
clasp and the tassels are set with fine Ceylon cornflower blue sapphire.
Dating to the 1870s it is of museum quality. In total it weighs 21.45 grams. Our appraiser has tested the gold and we guarantee it is entirely made from solid 14K yellow gold. It
measures 18 1/8" long around the neck (460mm). The central pendant
extends 2 3/4" from the necklace (70mm). The tassels themselves are each
1/2" wide (12mm). The necklace is set with 240 genuine natural
seed pearls. These pearls are not cultured as cultured pearls were not
available in this era. Each lovely pearl is perfectly matched to the
next one in the necklace. There are 32 10 point vivid red rubies
which are rub over set. For a total carat weight of 3.10 carats. These
precious stones are perfectly matched for color and are unheated fine
gem quality rubies. In addition to the natural pearls and vivid
untreated red rubies there are 0.41 carats of sensational untreated
natural cornflower blue fine Ceylon sapphires set in this astonishing
piece. It is in mint condition. What I find so lovely
about this necklace is how it is absolutely dramatic and completely
feminine and delicate at the same time. This is a one of a kind custom made piece of the most superb quality. Despite
looking very delicate this necklace is not at all fragile. It can be
worn constantly without any concerns about it being too fine. The
workmanship to make this of such quality it is both delicate and very
strong at the same time. An appraisal shall accompany this item.
This appraisal has been made by a professional Gemologist and accredited
Jewelry Appraiser who is a specialist in the field.
Price: $22,800.00
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