AMETHYST RIVIÈRE NECKLACE, 19TH CENTURY

AMETHYST RIVIÈRE NECKLACE, 19TH CENTURY
Oval-cut amethysts within foiled closed back pinched collet settings
Length 42.1cm
Weight approx. 53.5g
OVERALL CONDITION
Some surface wear to unhallmarked metal (testing as 9-11ct gold) with some spots of discolouration and some denting to reverse of settings, commensurate with age. Some spots of solder to some links visible, signs of repair. Clasp secure.

AMETHYST
Central amethyst measures very approx. 14.4 x 17.4mm (depth not possible due to closed-back setting). Displaying a light to medium purple hue with some inclusions visible under 10x magnification. Some small abrasions to facets/facet edges seen under 10x magnification.

This condition report is provided for your convenience based on the opinion of our gemmologists. Bonhams is not responsible for any discrepancies between this information and other opinions.