-Victorian 1870 Gorgeous Festoon Fringe Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Natural Pearls

Victorian 19th century Festoon fringe Necklace.

Magnificent and exceptional piece of jewelry, created in the United Kingdom during the mid Victorian era (1840-1901), back in the 1870. This delicate festoon necklace was carefully crafted with in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. Designed with multiples fringes, tassels and garlands and decorated with natural pearls and fitted with a boxed push safety lock. This necklace is fabulous, with an exceptional design. The hanging elements are fully flexible and adapt perfectly to the neck and the shape of the user's neck. It is a gorgeous looking festoon necklace with all its original period parts. An important collector's item.

Pearls: Mounted with a gradation of 7 natural white pearls of 6 mm.

Pearls: Accented with 100 natural seed pearls of 1.5 mm

Weight: 34.95 Grams (22.4 Dwt).

Measurements: Length of 17 Inches (43 Cm) and a drop in the center of 66 mm (2.60 Inches).

Hallmarks: No marks, tested for 18 karats gold

The Victorian, era is one of the most influenced and influential periods of antique jewelry. This period is defined by the British monarch, in this case, Alexandrina Victoria, the Queen of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, as well as the Empress of India, years 1837-1901. There are 3 sub-periods within this era. First, the early, Romantic period, which is soaked in traditions, natural motifs in gold and silver, clear stones only being worn during the day and colored gems by night.

The second being the Grand or mourning period, which coincides with the death of Queen Victoria's husband, Prince Albert the consort, who died in December of 1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted until 1880's, when the aesthetic period of jewelry began.

The Late or third stage of the Victorian period, use more complex and feminine motifs, returning to the natural, including many floral and celestial designs, with more decadent gemstones, lasting until the turn of the century. The Victorian era of jewelry includes many movements found in other countries, including revivals such as the Etruscan the Roman and the Egyptian as well as the Art Nouveau, Liberty style and Arts and Crafts design movements which lead into the beginning of the twentieth century.

Note: The white pearls mounted in this piece are natural, perfectly matched in cut, color and calibrated in size with very smooth surfaces and no stains.

Note: Festoon, is a design motif of a garland or string of flowers, leaves or ribbons. A festoon is a type of necklace that contains several drapes or swags of beads, chains, metal extensions, or other parts as the core elements of the design. Was very popular in the 18th and 19th century and even today.

Note: All pearls are original from the stated period and don't show any previous repairs

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

Condition: The overall condition of this festoon necklace is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All pearls are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: N010523OCEM/.8401