{"product_id":"stunning-antique-15ct-gold-amethyst-and-pearl-necklace-english-c-1900-unusual-design","title":"Stunning Antique 15ct Gold, Amethyst and Pearl Necklace English C.1900. Unusual Design.","description":"This Antique 15ct gold amethyst and pearl necklace is a remarkable example of the fine craftsmanship characteristic of the late Victorian and early Edwardian periods. It has endured over a century, standing as a testament to the meticulous artistry and quality of materials used in its creation.\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is adorned with intricate scrollwork, enhanced by mille-grain finishing—a technique that adds delicate beading along the gold edges. This subtle detailing softens the contours, giving the scrolls a refined and elegant texture while accentuating the piece’s overall sophistication. The pearls, carefully nestled within the gold framework, exude a gentle luminosity, harmonising with the rich purple hues of the amethysts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe amethyst settings are equally impressive, with mille-grain detailing along the edges, framing the gemstones in an ornate, protective embrace. This technique was favoured during the era not only for its decorative appeal but also for its ability to secure the stones effectively, ensuring their stability through generations of wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fact that this necklace has survived in such excellent condition speaks to both the skill of the jeweller who crafted it and the care it has received over time. It remains an exquisite representation of antique jewellery design, carrying with it the elegance, history, and artistic legacy of a bygone era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStamped '15ct'\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e15ct gold was only a legal standard of gold in British jewellery between 1854 and 1931. This means that any piece of 15ct antique gold jewellery from Britain dates somewhere between 1854 and 1931 and you have a genuine piece of antique or vintage jewellery.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION: Overall very good, with some very light wear commensurate with age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an antique item, making it an excellent value for your money when compared to a new equivalent. \u003cbr\u003eThe links are in good condition and can be worn every day (with respect!). It has been professionally cleaned in our workshop. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRound Amethysts approx. 4.8mm\u003cbr\u003eShield Amethysts vary in size the smallest being 8.2mm x 8.8mm approx. and the largest being 10.5mmx10.3mm approx.\u003cbr\u003ePearls are approx. 2.8mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTotal Length 16 inches\u003cbr\u003eTotal Weight 13.9g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLAYAWAY: We happily offer layaway\/deposits on the majority of our items. Please send us a message if you would like to arrange a layaway.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSHIPPING: Postage is complimentary. \u003cbr\u003eAll items are packed in a gift box and are sent securely within 1-3 business days.\u003cbr\u003eUK customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Special Delivery.\u003cbr\u003eOverseas customers will receive their orders via Royal Mail Tracked and\/or Signed. FedEx for some more valuable items.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeel free to contact us for any further information or to discuss this piece, our phone number is 01243 868887 (shop hours, closed Wednesdays and Sundays).  \u003cbr\u003eWe ship worldwide every other day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow the link below to favourite our shop to keep up to date with all our new listings :\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.etsy.com\/uk\/shop\/NicholasJewellersCo?ref=seller-platform-mcnav","brand":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57405824106822,"sku":"M4547","price":3195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/6662\/5350\/files\/il_fullxfull.6868656064_lmx8.jpg?v=1789766027","url":"https:\/\/nicholasandco.co.uk\/products\/stunning-antique-15ct-gold-amethyst-and-pearl-necklace-english-c-1900-unusual-design","provider":"Nicholas \u0026 Co. Fine Jewellers ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}