{"product_id":"italian-emerald-and-diamond-necklace-in-18k-gold-c-1930s-40s","title":"Italian Emerald and Diamond Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA magnificent Italian emerald and diamond necklace of exceptional weight and craftsmanship, created during the 1930s–40s. The design reflects Italy’s taste at the time for jewels inspired by 18th- and early 19th-century traditions, with gemstones cut and set in the manner of Georgian and Victorian era jewellery.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe necklace is composed of \u003cstrong\u003e28 step-cut emeralds\u003c\/strong\u003e, totalling approximately \u003cstrong\u003e11.05 carats\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e91 old mine-cut diamonds\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8.63 carats\u003c\/strong\u003e. The diamonds are mounted in silver-topped 18K gold rubover settings, each with large open cutlets characteristic of antique stones, while the emeralds are framed in cut-down comet settings. Six principal cluster panels form the centrepiece: three oval clusters, each with a further tear-shaped drops below. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThough not strictly “revival jewellery,” this style represented what was fashionable in Italy during the early 20th century: a return to heritage forms and enduring techniques of gem setting. The open-backed construction allows both natural brilliance and ease of cleaning, making it practical as well as spectacular.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA jewel of imposing presence, the necklace weighs an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e57.41 grams\u003c\/strong\u003e and measures \u003cstrong\u003e44 cm (17.5 inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e in length. It is completed with a concealed cluster clasp and an additional safety chain.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1930s–40s\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18K gold with silver settings; emeralds (approx. 11.05 cts), old mine-cut diamonds (approx. 8.63 cts)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44 cm (17.5 in) length\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 57.41 g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stamped 750 on safety chain\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent; natural inclusions to emeralds consistent with type\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48886955475252,"sku":"1017810134","price":14060.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A5734_2371687.jpg?v=1757431583","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/nl-nl\/products\/italian-emerald-and-diamond-necklace-in-18k-gold-c-1930s-40s","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}