Lot 157
  • 157

A gem-set and enamelled necklace, India, 19th century

Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • gold and semi-precious stones
  • 30.2cm. length of row of gemstones
comprising alternating diamonds, and rubies or spinels set in gold with foil backing, on flexible linked chain with hanging drops, enamelled on the reverse in red, green and blue with a flower on each setting, string strap with seed pearl terminals

Condition

Bright and beautiful, gemstones foil-backed, both rubies and spinels seem to have been used, some hairline chips in the stones, enamel to reverse strong colours, some ware to string for attaching (this could possibly have been a later replacement), as viewed.
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