BOUCHERON Paris Exquises Confidences Necklace In 18Kt Gold Sapphires & Diamonds
A Exquises Confidences necklace designed by Boucheron.
This is a magnificent necklace created in France by the iconic Parisian jewelry house of Boucheron. This exceptional and rare necklace is part of the desirable and iconic collection Exquises Confidences and was masterfully handcrafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with polished finish. The necklace has been designed as a long sautoir with gemstones stations, silk pom-pom and the sculptural engraved naked figure of a women covered in purple silk. It is embellished with one-hundred-thirty natural gemstones, such white colorless VS diamonds and vivid purple sapphires. Fitted with a concealed security lock. The "Exquises Confidences" necklace is a highlight of the 2008 Boucheron collection, notably worn by actress Katie Holmes, reflecting the brand’s dedication to high-jewelry craftsmanship, often featuring intricate, delicate designs. This piece embodies the maison's heritage of intimate storytelling and timeless elegance, which often blends historical inspiration with modern, wearable luxury.
Country: Paris, France.
Period: Modern, 2006-2008, notably worn by the actress Katie Holmes.
Collection: Exquises Confidences.
Edition: Only 3 pieces made, each with different gemstones.
Diamonds: Mounted in French pave settings, with 63 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a weight of about 2.52 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS clarity.
Sapphires: Mounted in bezel settings, with 66 graduated round brilliant cuts of natural intense purples sapphires, with a combined weight of about 7.72 carats.
Amethyst: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 fancy piriform briolette cabochon cut carved from natural vivid purple amethyst with a weight of about 3.5 carats.
Birthstone: Purple sapphires for the month of September.
Weight: 65.90 grams, (42.25 Dwt).
Length: Chain is 22 Inches, (55.88 Cm).
Measurements: The dangle section drop is 114 mm, (4.5 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with national French marks: the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the 18kt white gold, the maker's mark Ste B. associated to the Societe Boucheron, the six-digits serial numbers and signed in full as follows, "BOUCHERON OR .750 E29188".
Boucheron
Frédéric Boucheron founded the Maison Boucheron in Paris in 1858. To this day, the Boucheron jewelry house is known for its intricate, free-spirited style. Boucheron designs are always creative and display outstanding French craftsmanship and characterful stones. He quickly became well known for the exceptional quality of his precious stones. Around 1880, he was the first modern jeweler bold enough to engrave diamonds with flowers or arabesques, reviving an engraving technique that had been forgotten since ancient times. Always avant-garde and seeking modernity, in 1879 the jeweler devised the Question Mark necklace, which, for the first time ever, would be worn asymmetrically and would not have a clasp. Far from entrapping the jewel and those who wore it in some stranglehold, Boucheron liberated both the jewelry and the women, without resorting to ideology. He became the jeweler of free and independent women. In 1893, Frédéric Boucheron was the first of the great contemporary jewelers to open a boutique on place Vendôme. It was this move that gave meaning to the beginnings and to what followed. In this case, that of four generations of Boucheron, who, in the space of 160 years, built a style, a reputation, a know-how. This balance between perfect technical mastery and limitless artistic talent lies at the origin of each creation. Just as one sees the qualities of a stone before it is cut, or senses the radiance of a jewel before it is shaped, so Boucheron conceived of French jewelry before it existed.
Collateral: This Boucheron Exquises Confidences necklace is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Boucheron Exquises Confidences necklace is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the gold. The 130 gemstones are secured in the settings. This necklace was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: N022826MAERE/1.584
