Antique Victorian Purple Paste Riviere Necklace Silver Gold

Antique Victorian Purple Paste Riviere Necklace Silver GoldA gorgeous antique Victorian riviere necklace from the late 19th Century decorated with twenty three deep purple paste stones that simulate the beauty of large 5ct amethysts. Each stone is held in a sterling silver frame with a subtle hint of gold and leads to a secure box fastener at the end. Its in excellent condition and would be perfect for a wedding or glamorous occasion. Weighs: 30. 8 grams Measures: length 16. 5 inches x width 9mm Stones

foliate motifs and a dropper swinging in the centre

STONES: Peridot (approx

ITEM NUMBER: 22-508

On the reverse of the coin a coloured enamel plate reads: “Britanniarum

3ct – Smallest 5mm x 6mm

belt and buckle design inlaid with polished

Maker’s initials (G

Stones: Citrines (Centre 12mm x 16mm - approx

The stone has been left blank but would have traditionally been carved with an intaglio image which could be pressed into sealing wax

brilliant cut diamante that together simulate diamonds and sapphires

STONES: Carnelian

The stones are mounted in accentuated platinum claw settings with slender shoulders curving out to join an 18ct yellow gold band at the back