Fine Vintage Emerald and Diamond Necklace

About the Item

A fine Vintage emerald and diamond necklace, the fourteen octagonal-cut emeralds estimated to weigh 17 carats in total, the ten larger of Colombian origin, each surrounded by scalloped-edge frame set with old European-cut diamonds, connected with fourteen openwork links of triangular shape, each set with an old European cut diamond, the diamonds estimated to weigh 14.5 carats in total, all millegrain-set in platinum mount, circa 1950, accompanied by four openwork links of rectangular shape that can be used as back extension, the necklace measuring 39.5 x 1.5cm, and 44.5 x 1.5cm with the extension, gross weight 32.2 grams. This magnificent necklace comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Emeralds are a verdant, romantic jewel, closely associated with Venus in classical mythology. This shimmering necklace features fourteen exquisite emeralds, each set in a lovely frame of twinkling diamonds. This necklace, created in the mid-nineteenth century, is reminiscent of the old-Hollywood glamour of a bygone era. Because of the delicate platinum work, the emeralds and diamonds appear to float on the wearer’s neck, exuding hypnotic beauty. This necklace is in excellent condition. Unmarked, tested as platinum. Please note: because of the high value of this item, an export licence will be required to ship this item outside of the United Kingdom. This process will add an extra 2-4 weeks onto the shipment time. Thank you for your understanding.

Stone:

Diamond,Emerald

Stone Cut:

Emerald Cut

Place of Origin:

United Kingdom

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1950

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use.