A Victorian diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the centrepiece of openwork design set forty-six old European-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 5 carats, mounted in sliver to yellow gold back, circa 1880, strung to three rows of cultured saltwater pearls measuring 7-7.5mm to a yellow gold cylindrical clasp, circa 1880, measuring approximately 36.5cm in length, gross weight 87.3 grams.
This exceptional cultured pearl and diamond necklace comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. Three strands of lustrous cultured pearls meet in the centre at a stunning Victorian diamond openwork cluster, with about 5 carats combined weight of lively and dazzling diamonds. This is a magnificent and romantic piece that would make a perfect bridal accessory...
Category
British Victorian Antique 1880s Choker Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver