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This spectacular antique late Victorian collar necklace features two strands of hand-cut paste stones set in open-backed silver frames, allowing light to dance through them with a watery, diamond-like brilliance. The 14-inch strands cascade down to join a striking focal pendant, built around a large cushion-cut glass paste, framed by smaller round stones and delicate scalloped metalwork.
During the 19th Century, paste was prized as a skilled art form, producing brilliance that could rival even diamonds by candlelight. Designed to sparkle in ballrooms and theatres, its high-lead glass refracted light beautifully, letting the wearer appear regal without the cost of massive gemstones.
In excellent condition, this glamorous necklace has already lead a glamorous life and is the ultimate “something old” for a discerning bride or a crowning jewel for a collector of authentic period treasures. To evoke its original romance, wear it snugly at the throat with a plunging silk neckline or over a high lace collar for a truly regal statement.
WEIGHT: 44.8 grams
MEASURES: Length 14 inches x Width 6mm (one strand), 12mm across both – Pendant Height 42mm (56mm drop) x Width 35mm x Depth 7mm
METAL: Silver
STONES: Paste/ Glass
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1900)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced
CONDITION: Excellent, commensurate with age
ITEM NUMBER: 23-874
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