Description
Historic Art Déco necklace with aquamarine blue Verneuil spinel and small diamonds, crafted from 585 / 14-carat white gold (stamped and guaranteed).
A large pear-cut synthetic verneuil spinel sits on a filigree chain in a pretty link pattern, captivating with its intensely bright blue colour. The beautiful gemstone of ca. 12 carats is typical of the period and sits in a finely crafted setting, which is decorated with millegrain beads characteristic of the Art Déco period. Four small diamond roses totalling ca. 0.03 carats provide a subtle additional sparkle.
The necklace can be put on and taken off easily and securely with the help of a box clasp with a safety catch.
In 1902, August Verneuil succeeded for the first time in producing synthetic gemstones in his Paris laboratory using the so-called melting drop process. As a result, synthetic corundum and, from around 1920, Verneuil spinels became very popular. Synthetic spinel in light blue was particularly popular as an alternative to aquamarine in the 1920s and 1930s.
Our pretty necklace, which was created around 1925, is a wonderful representative of its time and its high-quality workmanship tells of the high esteem in which Verneuil spinels were held at the time.
Length of the chain: 42 cm.
Dimensions of the pendant: 3.7 x 1.2 cm.
Dimensions of the verneuil spinel: ca. 1.9 x 1.2 cm, ca. 12 ct.
Diameter of the diamond roses: ca. 0.9 - 1.6 mm, in total ca. 0.03 ct.
Weight: 5.1 grams.
Condition: Wonderful historical condition, freshly cleaned, see photos.
You will receive the necklace lovingly packaged in one of our pretty cases and with a certificate of authenticity.
Please note: Vintage or antique jewellery items are worn objects that may show slight signs of wear due to their history.
