19th Century Choker Necklaces

Dramatic red rubies evoke pure drama in this magnificent necklace that hails from the French Crown Jewels, one of the most extravagant collections ...

A stunning, fine and impressive single strand natural pearl necklace with a 1.02 carat diamond and silver set clasp; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique pearl necklace has been crafted in yellow gold with a silver setting. The Victorian necklace displays a total of ninety-four individually knotted, natural saltwater pearls graduating in size and displaying graduating colour tones. This impressive pearl necklace secures to the reverse with an antique silver set marquise shaped push fit clasp. The antique clasp is ornamented with two impressive claw set Old European oval cut diamonds. This 19th century pearl necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 9 carat gold and silver. This impressive example of antique pearl jewellery is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card, in addition to a pearl report certificate from The Gem and Pearl Laboratory Limited, 43 Kirby Street, London. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This stunning 19th century pearl necklace is excellent quality, set with fine and impressive natural pearls displaying a fine colour and lustre. The impressive supporting diamonds display a fine white colour, brilliance and presence. This antique pearl necklace is an excellent gauge of gold and silver and is in excellent condition. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique natural saltwater pearl jewellery...

A late Victorian pearl and diamond tiara, to the centre a cluster in the form of a flowerhead, set with seven pearls and forty-t...

Before diamonds came along and stole the spotlight, it was pearls that the monarchs of Europe and the Middle East valued above all else. Look at old portraits of royalty; look at Elizabeth I. No wonder: pearls are genuinely rare. And American river pearls have always been held in the highest esteem for their fascinating organic shapes, rich luster, and soft, luminous coloring. It's like wearing a necklace of unicorns. The Mississippi River...

Antique guillochee red and white opaque enamel charming necklace with old cut diamonds and natural pearls. There is a flip up/down bale so that a pendant or drop can be suspended fr...

Antique snake necklace, with a body made up of gold scales and a blue enamelled head, set with natural half pearls, with cabochon ruby eyes, and...

Antique 1840's Austrian Hungarian Silver Turquoise & Pearl Chunky Gilt Necklace. The piece is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear. The piece is hallmarked with the number...

Delicately draped antique 18k gold chain collarette with seven medallions of seed pearls, and gold and seed pearl closure. Tiny seed pearls dan...

A pendant and two elements for a 'collier de chien' that can also be turned into two brooches with the original backs, all in 18 carat gold set with natural sweet water pearls and ch...