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Victorian 2.30 Carat Opal and 2.54 Carat Diamond Necklace

$10,942.51
£7,950
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CA$14,938.60
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A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.30 carat opal and 2.54 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The antique necklace is embellished with an eight claw set cabochon cut opal to the centre of the feature setting. The asymmetrical paired leaf openwork frame incorporates nine individually claw set Old European cut diamonds. The impressive necklace is embellished with an articulated pensile drop, featuring a vertical arrangement of four claw set diamonds and terminating with an eight claw set cabochon cut opal. The upper border of the necklace is embellished with thirteen further claw set diamonds, in an articulated formation and conjoining with the yellow gold chain. This late Victorian opal necklace secures to the reverse with a push fit barrel clasp. This gold and opal necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 14 karat gold. This impressive opal necklace is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card. This stunning necklace is fitted to an antique leatherette box featuring a satin and velvet interior, securing with a push fit clasp. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This Victorian necklace is superior quality, set with stunning opals displaying a scintillating play of colour and presence. The stunning high color graded diamonds display a fine white color and brilliance. The impressive necklace is a superior gauge of gold and is in excellent condition. Opal Quality Cut Cabochon Content 2.30 carats Diamond Quality Color (average grades) I Clarity (average grades) SI2 Cut Old European Content 2.54 carats Number of Diamonds 26 Dimensions Length of drop 3.8cm/1.5" Width of feature setting 4.6cm/1.81" Width of diamond setting 13cm/5.12" Height of setting 6.94mm/0.27" Wearing length 38.1cm/15" Weight 16.26 grams Date: Circa 1890 Video: A video of this fine piece is available upon request. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine late Victorian opal necklace. SKU: C7383
  • Metal:
  • Stone:
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  • Weight:
    16.26 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.27 in (6.86 mm)Width: 1.81 in (45.98 mm)Length: 15 in (381 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Please see main description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C73831stDibs: LU128217169112

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