Georgian Garnet Cluster Maltese Cross Necklace

Name: Georgian Garnet Cluster Maltese Cross Necklace
Brand: Lang Collection
SKU: 90-1-14540
Price: 2450.00 USD
Availability: InStock

SKU

90-1-14540

$2,450.00

ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

The earliest pieces in our collection are from the Georgian era and this one is a striking beauty. Twenty-one glistening claret-red foil-backed garnets of varying shapes and sizes are arrayed to create a stylized Maltese cross, their 12K rosy-yellow gold collet settings adding bright luster. A rare collectible that will add a fascinating touch of antique ornament to your contemporary ensemble. Circa the early 19th century. The 14K gold chain measures 20 inches.

Details

Materials:

12 Karat Rosy-Yellow Gold, 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Length:

1 7/8 Inch

Width:

1 3/4 Inch

Height:

1/8 Inch

Chain Length:

20 Inch

Gram Weight:

13.3 Grams

Period:

Georgian

Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

21 Mixed Cut Garnets

Color:

Dark Red To Purplish Red

Measurements:

7.20-6.20 (exact) mm
7.20-5.20 (exact) mm
9.00-8.80 (exact) mm

Georgian Jewelry

True antiques, Georgian jewels are the earliest pieces in our collection. Lovely foil-backed stones in mixed-metal settings were made to shine by candlelight over dinner and in the drawing rooms of their genteel wearers. Many pieces were made in memory of loved ones or as “memento mori”—literal reminders of mortality that Georgians saw as sophisticated, rather than morbid. While the delicacy of Georgian era settings has been replaced by more modern methods, the cuts and styles have continued to fascinate jewelry lovers.

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Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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