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Victorian Natural Pearl Necklace c.1887

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90-1-11452

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

The back of this charming Victorian natural pearl necklace is as intriguing as the front. The 5 5/8-inch long centerpiece is composed of seven fancy scalloped motif links, hand fabricated in 18K yellow gold, set with shimmering natural pearls of varying colors - white, silver, to dark purple - leading to a classic Victorian neck chain. Hand engraved on the reverse over 4 sections: "From S.G. to B.F. HONG KONG 1th MAY 1887". Hong Kong, of course, was a British Colony at the time; thus this unique necklace is more than likely of Victorian English origin.

Details

Materials:
18 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
15 1/2 Inch
Width:
5/8 Inch
Gram Weight:
29.7 Grams
Period:
Victorian
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

64 Seed Pearls

Shape:
Round, Half
Measurements:
2.20 x 4.10 mm
Color:
Light To Medium Light Grey, Eggplant

About Victorian Jewelry

The eclectic Victorians didn’t limit themselves when it came to motifs and themes—if it struck their fancy, they turned it into jewelry. Sweet and sentimental with a distinct romantic streak, Victorian gems expanded upon their Georgian predecessors. The array of styles that blossomed (sometimes quite literally) during this era endure to this day.

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