Vintage Mediterranean Coral Necklace with Diamond 14k Gold Clasp Estate Jewelry

Title: Vintage Mediterranean Coral Necklace with Diamond 14k Gold Clasp Estate Jewelry
Description: A long vintage Mediterranean coral necklace. This coral strand necklace consists of graduating size coral beads and a 14 karat white gold clasp embellished with diamonds. The central bead measures 17.9 x 15.9 mm the smallest bead is 8.0 x 6.8 mm. These Mediterranean coral beads are of the highest quality, untreated coral. All the beads have a deep red color and glossy finish. The length of the strand allows to wrap it twice around the neck. Being styled like that, the necklace’s clasp works as a stylish diamond accent. The necklace is 28 inches (71 cm) long and it can be worn as one strand or two-strand. It weighs 97.2 grams. The clasp is made of 14 karat white gold and encrusted with round brilliant cut diamonds (H-I color, VS clarity, total weight approximately 1.15 carats). In different cultures wearing coral has different meaning. In Slavic countries coral beads were a part of the national costumes. The ancient Romans believed coral protected their kids from danger. Same in Italy, where in the beginning of 20th century coral jewelry was believed to be an anti-evil eye protection. Today coral is worn as a chic accessory with meaning and admired for its exceptional natural beauty. The silky coral texture and a variety of coral colors attract jewelry lovers all over the world. Once considered as a plant, coral acquired the nickname “garden of the sea”. In fact, coral is a brunch forming by microscopic species called the coral polyps. It grows in the ocean and forms massive colonies. Coral value is based on color, size, cut and polish. Generally, there is red coral, light and deep pink coral and orange coral. Other colors such as brown, gold and even blue and black are more exotic. They are shown in conchiolin corals that grow not as branches but as concentric circles. Mediterranean red coral deep red color. It is harvested as deep as 200 meters in the Mediterranean Sea. Pink coral is dense and covers the whole spectrum of hues, from close-to- white, pale pink to salmon red. It is mostly found near Japan. Due to its glassy, hard texture, coral is loved by carvers and engravers.
Details
Metal
14k Gold,White Gold
Stone
Diamond,Coral
Stone Cut
Bead
Weight
97.2 g
Dimensions
Width: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)Length: 28 in (711.2 mm)
Place of Origin
Unknown
Period
1980-1989
Date of Manufacture
1980s
Condition
GoodWear consistent with age and use.

Reserve: $14,960.00

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