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Victorian Festivities - Victorian Gold Wash Over Silver Natural Bohemian Garnet Necklace. This antique necklace is crafted from a gold wash over silver. The necklace features 20 natural rose cut Bohemian garnets, Victorian era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this lovely necklace showcases beautiful vibrant red wine garnets in a variety of sizes, which resemble a floral motif. The chain is a belcher design, which features a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This Victorian era necklace would make a perfect gift or addition to any antique jewelry collection. 

Comments: Lovely detail, and mesmerizing red wine Bohemian garnets. 

History: The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds).

Significant deposits of garnets were discovered in the 16th century in Meronitz, situated in the hills of Bohemia within the Czech Republic. These garnets were found in gravel derived from the decomposition of serpentine rock and derive their unique color from traces of chromium and manganese.

In the history of the United Kingdom and the British Empire, the Victorian era was the reign of Queen Victoria, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. 

Measurements: Necklace: 18 1/4" 

Stone Size: Garnet 2.25 carats 

Weight: 4.40 grams  

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Bohemia 

Date: Circa 1900