- Description
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A beautiful aquamarine and seed pearl lavalier necklace from the Edwardian era, c1910! The elegant lavalier is made of 9ct gold. The colour is a subdued yellow with warm rose gold highlights where the yellow wash has gently worn, adding further depth of vintage character to the piece. The piece boasts three natural Aquamarine gemstones, each have a stunning shimmer and display gorgeous soft blue tones. The stones vary in size and shape - one faceted 11.20mm x 8.10mm oval-cut rests at the top, one 4.70mm faceted round-cut rests at the lower end of the bar, and one 11.00mm x 6.00mm faceted pear-cut suspends at the bottom. The aquamarine stones collectively weigh approximately 4.55 carats, each are set in claw collet settings with a wire-frame surrounding the top and lower aquamarine. A graceful 3-leaf profile and bar suspends from the top pendant, it is adorned with lustrous white seed pearls. The original 9ct gold trace-link chain attaches to either end of the pendant, and a barrel clasp fastens securely at the back. The lovely design and workmanship is reminiscent of early Australian pieces.
Total length of the necklace is 40cm, and pendant drop is 6.70cm.
A feminine and radiant piece, perfect for a bridal occasion, or just as nice worn with a blouse and jeans!
| Edwardian, c1910 | |
| Tests indicates 9ct gold chain and pendant (no stamps sighted) | |
| Three natural AQUAMARINES | Shape: one oval, one round & one pear | Size: one 11.20mm x 8.10mm oval-cut, one 4.70mm round-cut, & one 11.00mm x 6.00mm pear-cut | Quality: well matched, estimated SI-VS clarity range - natural internal inclusions indicative of natural earth-mined aquamarine, very soft blue colour | Weight: approx 4.55cts total estimated weight. Eight SEED PEARLS | Shape: roundish | Size: approx 1.70- 1.80mm each diameter | Quality: clean skin, good luster *Gemstones tested by a FGAA Gemmologist with professional gemmological equipment. | |
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| 5.56 grams | |
| 6.70cm pendant drop, and 40cm total necklace length | |
| The overall condition of the necklace is excellent. Besides normal surface wear, and a small chain repair there is no apparent damage to the gold, setting or stones. The barrel clasp to the necklace works well, fastening with a firm click. A wonderful Edwardian necklace! |
