Celestial Sky - Victorian Gold Filled Natural Diamond & Seed Pearl 'Moon & Star' Slide Chain Necklace (VICN051)

Celestial Sky - Victorian Gold Filled Natural Diamond & Seed Pearl 'Moon & Star' Slide Chain Necklace. This wonderful Victorian slide chain is crafted from rose gold fill. Featuring one natural antique cut diamond, 5 natural seed pearls, Victorian era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The slide on this chain is round in shape and dimensional, which is adorned by a glowing clear diamond and silvery/grey seed pearls. The chain is a substantial curb link design displaying a rosy gold color, which matches the slide perfectly.  The chain can be worn long or doubled up for a different look. There is a dog-clip at the end of the chain, which can be attached to your favorite pendants or lockets. This Victorian era chain is so versatile, and fashionable. Truly a piece o be enjoyed and cherished for many years to come.

History: The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

The Victorian slide chain/bracelet was a fashion accessory formerly worn by many women in nineteenth century England. Before the creation of the wrist watch, Victorian women wore their time piece on a neck chain that stayed in place with a decorative station that supported the watch (just under it).

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

Measurements: Slide Chain 48.00 mm    Slide 8.50 mm      Dog Clip 18.00 mm  

Stone Size: Diamond .005 carat   Seed Pearl: 1.00 mm each 

Weight: 13.10 grams 

Condition: Good    Note: The back of the slide has two small dents, which does not take away from the beauty of the piece.  

Origin: England 

Date: Circa 1880