Sunday Promenade - Victorian 10K Rose Gold Natural Pearl Lavalier Necklace (VICN045)

Sunday Promenade - Victorian 10K Rose Gold Natural Pearl Lavalier Necklace. This exquisite necklace is crafted from 10K gold, hallmarked 10K. The necklace features 23 natural seed pearls, Victorian styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this necklace is made in the form of flowers and a foliage motif, which is adorned by lustrous silver grey pearls. The chain looks to be original, which features a spring ring clasp. The color of the necklace is a rich rose gold, not too pink or yellow, but a lovely coppery gold color. This Victorian era beauty would make a very special addition to any jewelry collection. 

Note: Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. It is suggested that this necklace be insured for $1200.00 (Tax Excluded) 

History:Pearls were presented as gifts to Chinese royalty as early as 2300 BC, while in ancient Rome, pearl jewellery was considered the ultimate status symbol. So precious were the spherical gems that in the 1st century BC, Julius Caesar passed a law limiting the wearing of pearls only to the ruling classes.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his famous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United States during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

Measurements: Necklace 15 1/2"

Stone Size: Natural Pearl 1.00 mm each 

Weight: 2.50 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: Europe 

Date: Circa 1890