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Victorian circa 1880, 3.32 Carat Diamond Gold and Silver Belle Époque Necklace

Victorian circa 1880, 3.32 Carat Diamond Gold and Silver Belle Époque Necklace

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Victorian circa 1880, 3.32 Carat Diamond Gold and Silver Belle Époque Necklace

About the Item

The splendid diamond necklace at hand was fashioned in the late 19th century. Its creator's goal was to let the diamonds appear as bright and glistening as possible, using the latest techniques of his time. White gold had not yet been invented, and platinum was then barely ever used due to its hardness – thus, silver was the preferred material to set diamonds until around the turn of the century, as it would not tint the diamond's brightness. Silver covers the entire front of the necklace, as a thin layer on solid gold. The warm hue of the gold is only visible on the sides and back of the necklace, allowing it to be worn without leaving traces of oxidation on the skin or clothing, as silver might. Another innovation can be seen in the open settings of the diamonds: throughout the 19th century, diamonds had mostly been set in closed-back settings. It was only in the later 19th century that goldsmiths began to set them more delicately in open settings, allowing more light to catch the facets of the stones. Thus equipped, the diamonds show a beautiful brilliancy, made possible by the use of silver and open settings. Though delicate, the necklace is quite sturdy and has survived more than a century in very good condition. MATERIALS 118 diamonds, old European and 8/8 cuts, approx. 3.32 ct altogether (the largest diamond thereof approx. 0.13 ct), Wesselton/H – Top Cape/K-L, vsi–pi 31 diamonds, rose cut, max. diameter approx. 1.0 mm / 0.039 inches Gold 585/000, resp. 14k Silver MEASUREMENTS Length of necklace 43.0 cm / 16.93 in Central part with ornaments approx. 14.0 x 2.8 cm / 5.51 x 1.1 in CERTIFICATE The piece will be delivered with our own house certificate, issued by an art historian.

Metal:
Gold,14k Gold,Silver
Stone:
Diamond
Stone Cut:
Old European Cut
Weight:
34.3 g
Dimensions:
Length: 16.93 in (430 mm)
Style:
Victorian
Place of Origin:
Unknown
Period:
1880-1889
Date of Manufacture:
circa 1880
Condition:
Replacements made: The security chain renewed. Excellent condition with slight patina, one of the outer ornaments very slightly bent forwards. The necklace will be delivered with an antique box (pictured). The box is not original to the necklace.
Seller Location:
Berlin, DE
Reference Number:
Seller: 18-22631stDibs: LU1564211329402

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