Description
Georgian regional girandole necklace in 800 silver. This necklace is composed of alternating links with cross motifs forming flowers and squares, all set with rhinestones. In the center, the necklace features an impressive girandole formed by a circular element holding three pear-shaped pendants. The entire piece is set with white rhinestones (paste stones on foil) some of which reveal a black dot beneath their culet, a mimic of old-cut diamonds. The necklace fastens with a spring ring clasp, which was likely added later as these necklaces were originally worn with a black ribbon. This antique necklace hails from France, likely from Normandy, and dates to the early 19th century, Georgian period.
Hallmarks: Boar’s head (French hallmark for 800 silver).
Total necklace length: 43.5 cm.
Dimensions of the central motif: 55 mm x 35 mm.
Condition: Showing signs of wear, oxidation, later-added clasp.
Weight: 46.34 gr
