1770s Necklaces

Ancient French cross of St. Louis. This is a very rare antique catholic cross from the French order of Saint Louis, created in Paris France aro...

This vest chain is an extraordinary example of goldwork from this period. The utmost care went into the tiniest details on everything from the dragon's feet holding the amethyst to the face of St. George. It is no wonder such care was taken with this piece as the maker, Wilhelm Haarstruck, was the court jeweler of the Hapsburg royal family. He also displayed his craft at the 1873 Vienna World's Fair. While traditionally this piece would've been worn with a pocket watch in a gentleman's vest pocket, it makes a gorgeous statement pendant necklace. Maker: Wilhelm Haarstrick Era: 1870s Materials: 14K Yellow Gold. This piece appears much higher karat because a chemical process called blooming was used to bring the pure gold to the surface. This process was only used for a brief period of time because it was extremely toxic and only master jewelers attempted it (and survived). Gemstones: 30-carat oval center amethyst; two (2) 5-carat square-cut amethysts Measurements: 5.5" total length; St. George and dragon...

From the Romanov era, period of Catherine II, a rare Russian gold half ruble coin (Poltina) featuring the bust of Empress Catherine II surrounded by the Cyr...

Unlike modern diamonds, this hand made 18th century pendant is silver set with antique table and rose cut diamonds that have been foiled and set in closed back settings. Unique at si...

Lovely Georgian Paste Articulated Heart Pendant from the late 18th Century. Beautifully cut, brilliant black dot pastes are used in this articulated 3 part pendant which has been strung on a wonderfully simple Japanese...

An original copper coin from the era of Empress Catherine the Great (r. 1762-96) mounted as a pendant, with the date of 1778 on the front and the Emp...

Vintage gold tone Chanel 1970's rare Gripoix large pendant. The pendant is signed Chanel and made in France. Separate chain has been attached to be worn as a necklace.