Items Similar to Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
Video Loading
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 19
Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
About the Item
A tremendously good antique riviere necklace.
Early Victorian era this beautiful antique riviere necklace borrows much of its design elements from the Georgian era, it showcases wonderfully rich purple paste stones resembling amethyst, in closed foil backed settings.
The necklace is crafted in sterling silver and is very comfortable to wear owing to the smooth converse silver settings which rest with ease on the neck.
The paste has a faceted oval cut and reflects the light beautifully.
It has the original hook fastener, a fastener type which has been used since the ancient times and this works well, a safety chain could be added for extra security if desired.
Amethyst was a very expensive stone in the early 19th Century and considered rare until large deposits were found later in the 19th century, this made it a very desirable stone and paste was often used in its place due to costs.
Marks and era:
Unmarked, tests as sterling silver, c1820s - 1840s, early to mid 19th Century.
Condition:
Good used condition overall, some light surface wear and patina commensurate with age, a few stones with nibbles to the cutlets and light surface wear.
Approx measurements:
15.75" length
0.30" x 0.40" paste links
Weighs approx 26.91 grams
Any questions or queries please contact us.
FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING.
- Metal:
- Weight:26.91 g
- Dimensions:Length: 15.75 in (400.05 mm)
- Style:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:C1840s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:NEWARK, GB
- Reference Number:
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are 1stDibs' most experienced sellers and are rated highest by our customers.
Established in 2016
1stDibs seller since 2021
366 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
Associations
National Association of Jewellers
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: NEWARK, United Kingdom
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 30 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Vintage paste Riviere necklace, 800 silver, c1930sLocated in NEWARK, GBA vintage paste Riviere necklace is a fantastic addition to any vintage jewellery collection. This necklace has all the sparkle without the pric...Category
Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsSilver
- Antique Belle Epoque Paste Drop Pendant Necklace, Sterling SilverLocated in NEWARK, GBA stunning Antique Edwardian era, Belle Epoque sterling silver paste pendant necklace. It has a large pretty lavalier style pendant drop suspended from a small length of chain set with old diamond paste stones and a single Amethyst paste, the pendant has a further drop suspended from the base giving it lots of movement and sparkle. The main pendant is attached to a paste jeweled bale on the original fine link sterling silver chain. It has a spring ring fastener. A truly stunning piece of antique paste jewellery...Category
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsSterling Silver
- Antique Georgian paste cross pendant, sterling silverLocated in NEWARK, GBA gorgeous antique, late Georgian era paste Cross pendant. A sterling silver cross adorned with rows and rows of rose cut 'diamond' paste set into a closed back setting. The centre...Category
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Materials9k Gold, Sterling Silver
- Antique sterling silver and rose gold paste brooch, VictorianLocated in NEWARK, GBA pretty Victorian silver, paste and Rose gold brooch. It is an ellipse shaped brooch with a beautiful rim of sparkling paste stones, the centre has an applied rose gold panel engra...Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
MaterialsRose Gold, Sterling Silver
- Antique silver and paste swallow brooch, VictorianLocated in NEWARK, GBA sweet antique Victorian era sterling silver and paste swallow brooch. The brooch is made from cool silver and is adorned all over with twinkling clear paste stones with a ruby col...Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
MaterialsSilver, Sterling Silver
- Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklaceLocated in NEWARK, GBYou can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant. A wonderful twelve point star with smaller rays peeking out from between the larger points. To the centre there is a superb old cut diamond with an estimated 0.40ct weight, this is surrounded by a mesmerising plethora of old cut and cushion cut diamonds giving this star the most alluring twinkle. It is crafted in cool crisp sterling silver, this was common on Victorian diamond pieces as the fresh silver tone enhances the colour of the diamonds. Stars were a very popular motif in Victorian jewellery and they still are today, they provided a symbol of guidance, light and wisdom. This beautiful antique star pendant...Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Sterling Silver
You May Also Like
- Victorian Amethyst Riviere NecklaceLocated in London, GBA Victorian amethyst riviere necklace, the twenty eight graduated oval mixed-cut amethysts each set within a yellow gold collet, me...Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsAmethyst, Yellow Gold
- Antique Victorian Cushion Paste Silver Riviere NecklaceLocated in Boston, LincolnshireThis exquisite Victorian c.1800s Silver and Cushion Paste RIVIERE Necklace radiates timeless elegance. The meticulously crafted piece boasts a s...Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Choker Necklaces
MaterialsSilver, Gold
- Antique necklace. Gilt silver with amethysts. 19th cLocated in Stockholm, SEA beautiful antique necklace made in the second half of the 19th c. It is made of gilt silver and has 36 amethysts going from smaller to larger and then smaller again. The design of ...Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Link Necklaces
MaterialsAmethyst, Silver
- Antique Sterling Silver Suffragette Paste Collar NecklaceLocated in Brighton, GBAntique Suffragette Necklace Sterling Silver Circa 1910 Beautiful, suffragette piece made in support & celebration of the suffragette moveme...Category
Early 20th Century English Link Necklaces
MaterialsSterling Silver
- Antique Mediterranean Coral Necklace late 19th centuryLocated in Chesterland, OHA 3-strand antique coral necklace, a very exceptional necklace. The length of the necklace is 18.5 inches (47 cm). The size of the round, smooth, tiny coral beads is 3.2mm. The size of small coral beads around the clasp is 2mm. The size 14k gold beads are 2mm and 3mm. The necklace is beautified with a glorious clasp of antique gold and natural coral. This is a traditional Dutch coral necklace...Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsCoral, 14k Gold
- 19th Century Hudson Bay Silver Trade Bead Cross NecklaceLocated in Coeur d Alene, IDNative American silver trade cross with Russian glass trade beads. Came from a small Michigan museum. Stunning piece of historic jewelry in bright red colo...Category
Antique 19th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces
MaterialsSilver