19th century antique amethyst and gold riviere necklace, pendant and brooch.
19th century antique amethyst and gold riviere necklace, pendant and brooch.
The graduated series of oval-cut amethysts suspending a similarly-set pendant and brooch of quatrefoil design, 14kt gold, length 42.0cm The pendant is removable. The pin back mechanism is also removable. Overall in very good condition.
A rivière necklace is a type of necklace characterized by a continuous row of gemstones, usually diamonds or other precious stones, set in a single line. These necklaces gained popularity during the Georgian and Victorian eras and have continued to be cherished pieces of jewelry to this day.
Overall condition Very Good. Yellow gold mount XRF tested as 14ct gold, light surface wear. Box clasp in working order and hook attachments in good order. The oval amethysts in the necklace are of medium purple colour and are well matched. The amethysts in the pendant vary slightly from medium to light purple in colour. Small repair to the mount of the centre stone of the pendant, Overall condition Very Good.
