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French Diamond Spray Necklace by Verger Frères

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

Artfully and intricately designed and rendered in gleaming 18K yellow gold, this fabulous mid-century vintage necklace by the venerable French jeweler - Verger Frères, is composed of stylized, gently curved V-shape links, the front sections of which are tipped with trios of sparkling white round brilliant-cut diamonds. A unique, chic and stylish statement piece. 3.45 Carat total diamond weight. The following is borrowed without permission from the estimable Hancock's of London website:

Widely known as the jeweller’s jeweller, Verger created some of the most exceptional jewels, clocks and watches of the Art Deco era supplying many of the most famous jewellery houses of the period.

Ferdinand Verger (1851- 1928) founded his eponymous jewellery business in Paris in 1872. He had been apprenticed aged just 11 to the Parisian watchmaker Lépine and after serving in the Franco-Prussian War he travelled to London, returning in 1871. In the early days Verger specialised in women’s watches and within a few years had built a reputation that enabled him to become an agent for Vacheron Constantin in 1875. This was to prove a mutually beneficial and enduring relationship which lasted over 60 years with Verger making beautiful cases and jewels set with movements supplied by Vacheron Constantin.

Verger registered his maker’s mark in 1896 at which time he also moved premises to the Place des Victoires. Five years later he acquired the business of his late master Lépine and the firm continued to go from strength to strength. Verger’s two sons Georges and Henri joined their father in the business and in 1911 they relocated again to 51, rue Sainte Anne. It was at this point that they changed the maker’s mark from F.V. (Ferdinand Verger) to V.F. (Verger Frères). Under the guidance of Georges and Henri the firm reached new heights and not only employed a vast array of craftsmen directly but developed partnerships with some of the most exceptional artisans of the early 20th century such as Lalique and Makovsky. Georges designed the majority of pieces himself however he was also known to have collaborated with other artists and designers of the period.

Alongside their creativity the firm was also a leading innovator in technique and they filed various patents over the years. They were one of only two companies to create the legendary ‘Mystery Clocks’ (Cartier being the other) and their desk and mantel clocks were unquestionably some of the most exceptional pieces they created during the early 20th century. Verger formally signed over the business to his sons in 1921 by which time they were employing over two hundred specialist craftsmen including goldsmiths, enamellers, engravers, lapidaries, diamond polishers, and watchmakers. By employing these artists directly, rather than contracting out the work, Verger Frères were able to keep tight control on the quality of their work. Consequently they become renowned for the outstanding quality and consistency of their pieces - their attention to detail, exquisite workmanship, use of the finest gems and originality of design ensured their huge success.

The firm was known to many as the ‘jeweller’s jeweller’ because they supplied so many of the top jewellery firms. Somewhat unusually for the time, Verger didn’t create pieces to the designs provided by their clients but instead sold their own original designs to the retailers. During the 1920s and 30s Verger created jewellery and timepieces for fine jewellery houses in Paris, America and across Europe including Cartier, Lacloche Frères, Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chaumet, Tiffany, Trabert & Hoeffer, Black, Starr & Frost and Bulgari.

The firm remained in the Verger family during the 40s and 50s when they created Retro style jewels in gem-set 18ct yellow gold with bold scrolling profiles which were in keeping with the prevailing fashions. Eventually the business was bought by Georges Lenfant and more recently it was acquired by Atelier Bouder who have dedicatedly reconstructed the company’s heritage via the extensive archives of drawings and models.

Many Verger pieces go unrecognised today due to the emphasis placed on the name of the retailer such as Cartier, Mauboussin etc. However the quality of workmanship and beauty of design can sometimes alert a keen admirer to the origin of an Art Deco masterpiece and perhaps the presence of a discreet VF.

Details

Materials:
Platinum, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
16 Inch Neck Length, 2 Inch Long Center Piece
Width:
1 Inch
Gram Weight:
50.3 Grams
Period:
Art Deco
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

58 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds

Carat Weight:
3.45 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
2.20-2.80 mm
Color:
E-F-G
Clarity:
VVS-VS
Total Diamond Carat Weight:
3.45

About Art Deco Jewelry

Sleek and modern, Art Deco design brought jewelry into the machine age. Yet these stylish pieces still found room for the fine forms and lines of previous eras within their elegant architecture. In particular, we see many peaceful co-habitations of Edwardian and Art Deco styles together.

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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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