Rare Georgian Natural Pearl and Red Garnet Necklace

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Rare Georgian Natural Pearl and Red Garnet Necklace

About the Item

Divine 1780 ca Georgian Necklace During the day, Georgian women wore very little jewellery, perhaps only a simple black ribbon around their neck Evenings were different: rich in design and remarkable in crafting jewellery was to impress the viewer; collars were much in vogue worn alone or with a pendant attached Here we have an outstanding authentic Georgian period collar which originally had its dedicated girandole pendant, given to different heirs relatives during the time We had the privilege of getting them together and offering them for sale , pendant is offered separately The elegance and the amazing, rare workmanship made of 16 KT solid rose gold, make it quite an art piece from the Georgian period, thinking there are very little surviving from this era, understates it as a must have in modern times The hand made open work composition of floral and lyrical C - scrolls develops in the central side with three bow like sections – larger in the middle- finely constructed curvilinear and arcs forms give life to a spectacular timeless necklace The intense Red Garnet and the shimmer of the Natural Pearls in floret patter adorn throughout the rare gold manufacture with charming result Garnets make a total content of 13.00 full carats with 17 natural fresh water pearls ranging in size from 5 mm. to 7 mm. Excellent condition and very well preserved Authentic 1780 ca Wearable and enjoyable piece of the antique jewellery good for daytime as for evening and something to treasure for life Current retail value for age and rarity is £5,950 our reserve is much less! Further Details Below Metal: 16 Kt yellow gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 17 natural pearls ranging from 5 mm. To 7 mm. - 86 round faceted cut natural garnets totalling approx 13.00 Ct Measures: largest panel is 27 mm. x 55 mm. (h. x w.) - total length (open) is 43 cm. Weight: 22.8 grams Condition: very good commensurate to age and use

Metal:
Gold
Stone:
Garnet,Natural Pearl
Weight:
22.8 g
Dimensions:
Height: 1.07 in (27 mm)Width: 2.17 in (55 mm)Length: 16.93 in (430 mm)
Style:
Georgian
Period:
1780-1789
Date of Manufacture:
1780 ca
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Napoli, IT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU64237387822