Description
Gorgeous, Antique, Georgian natural basra seed pearl necklace and brooch, C1810
An
exquisite Antique, Georgian seed pearl lavaliere necklace with matching brooch,
beautifully made with natural seed pearls ranging in size from a tiny 1mm seed
pearl to a 5.5mm pearl, the pearls are hand sewn onto a mother of pearl
backing.
The lavaliere necklace has a floral designed 22x27mm
centre piece mounted with two matching smaller drops (each measuring 17×19.5mm) they are connected with Pearl decorated, yellow gold chain, the centre piece is connected to a gold chain secured with a bolt ring clasp. The drops are “en tremblant” a trembling effect, they gently move when worn.
The brooch is the same size as the centre piece and matches it perfectly!.
The brooch has a gold frame and T-bar and C-clasp fitting and tests to at least 15carat gold.
All of the pearl sections have mother of pearl frames with tiny basra seed pearls hand strung together to create these beautiful designs.
A rare find, this stunning antique set is beautifully presented in a new black leatherette and velvet box as displayed.
DETAILS
BROOCH
Weight: 2.8 grams
Measurements: 22 X 27mm
LAVALIERE – NECKLACE
Weight: 7.4 grams
Measurements: Centre piece 22 x 27mm, Drop Clusters 17 x 19.5mm, length of drops 6cm and 4.5cm
Total length of necklace is 17.5 inches / 45cm
Condition: Very good antique condition – this set is in exceptional condition for its age – there is no loss of pearls or damage.
Date: Georgian (1714 to 1930)
