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Amphitrite's Treasure - Vintage Sterling Silver Pearl Necklace. This wonderful set is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. Featuring 9 genuine pearls, Edwardian styling and quality craftsmanship. The lovely necklace is masterfully bezel set with lustrous gems, which are white in colour with a silvery /champagne overtone. The necklace is a partial riviere design with a beautiful pearl dangle. The front of the necklace is jewelled, whilst the sides and back of the necklace are comprised with a solid silver flexible curb chain, which allows for a comfortable fit. The necklace is adjustable and features a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This Vintage necklace compliments any outfit, and can be worn with formal or casual wear. Beautiful and so versatile!

Pearls have been used as adornment for centuries, at least as far back as ancient Greece, where they believed pearls were the tears of the gods. The oldest known pearl jewelry was discovered in the sarcophagus of a Persian princess who died in 520 BC.

Silver's history is long. The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 B.C., in Turkey and Greece, according to the RSC. Ancient people even figured out how to refine silver. They heated the silver ore and blew air over it, a process called cupellation.

Measurements: Necklace 16" - 18"

Stone Size: Pearl 11.50 carats

Weight: 7.50 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Most likely Asia Provenance: America

Date: Circa 1980