18th Century Necklaces

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...

Eternally elegant and rare, the Angel Skin Coral is the most desirable of all Corals (rarely available for sourcing), making this necklace a timeless classic that will carry it's preciousness through generations. The box closure clasp is adorned with a large hand-carved Coral Cameo giving the necklace an ever so vintage allure. Style: Necklace Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 14k Stones: White Natural "Angel Skin" Coral beads Coral Diameter: 13.69 mm (Biggest Coral...

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Demantoid Eye Lion Pendant. This gorgeous pendant has two bright green demantoid garnets for the eyes of his amazing lion. Item #N0071 M...

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain / Fob Necklace. This classic necklace / watch fob is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The chain is in great condition and has a dang...

Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Silver Top Old Mine Diamond Starburst Pendant. This incredible pendant has champagne color old mine cut diamonds on the top of this incred...

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket Late 1800s Additional Information: Period: Victorian Year: Late 1800s Material: ...

- Antique item - 24" chain length - Pendant measures 2" tall - Prong set porcelain with gold tone hardware - Hand painted portrait of a Victorian woman - Gold plated chain - Cl...

Antique pendant necklace dated 1800', Totally handcrafted in the traditional way in 12k gold and silver, adorned with rose cut diamonds, total weight 0,70 carat. The Necklace is mad...

A 19th century original antique, this Victorian era jewel possesses more beauty than the day it was made over 100 years ago. It features a large oval shaped amethyst weighing approxi...

This is a beautiful Victorian necklace with a five-petal flower at the centre. Either side of the flower there are double chains leading to clusters of three pearls. Suspended below ...

Exquisite Piece of jewelry which can be worn as a brooch or as a pendant necklace. The pin can be removed thanks to a screw allowing it to lay comfortably flat wile used as a pendan...

Exquisite Victorian silver topped 18K gold bow brooch set with rose cut diamonds, from which a removable mm pearl hangs . It can also be worn a...