MAGNIFICENT VICTORIAN STERLING VERMEIL GEMSTONE CROWN CAGE SAUTOIR NECKLACE

This extraordinary antique sautoir necklace is crafted in gold-washed sterling silver (vermeil) and features a series of ornate crown and cage station settings, each and open cage or cradling a faceted natural gemstone bead in a warm autumnal palette of carnelian orange-red, amber yellow, amethyst purple, olive green, and warm tones. The intricate openwork cage settings are decorated with delicate granulated floral details throughout, reflecting the high level of craftsmanship characteristic of Victorian-era goldsmithing. The long, opulent length made this style a statement piece for the era, suitable for draping in multiple loops or wearing as a single dramatic strand. • MATERIALS: Sterling silver with gold vermeil (gold wash); faceted natural gemstone beads including carnelian, yellow agate, amethyst or purple quartz, green stone (possibly peridot or serpentine), and quartz varieties • ERA: Victorian, circa 1870s–1900 • MAKER/MARKS: Unmarked • MEASUREMENTS: 35" length (88.9 cm); larger bead stations approximately 1" diameter (2.5 cm); smaller stations approximately 3/4" diameter (1.9 cm); total weight 54g • CONDITION: Very good antique condition; appropriate age patina to vermeil; all stones present and secure in settings, some wire sections are missing on the caps

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