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Book Your Virtual ConsultationA spectacular and finely made necklace that was made in the 1880s. It is full of strength and symbolism with Renaissance Revival motifs. There are bearded male heads with horns, winged griffins and stylised shells set with rubies and a pearlNatural pearls are an organic gem formed inside live mollusc shells and come in all shapes and sizes. They are formed as the result of a natural irritant within the mollusc's mantle and as a defence, layers of iridescent nacre form over the top of it, creating a pearl. . These decorative pieces are interspersed with butterfly shaped sections set with rubies and naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. split pearls. The main body of the necklace is silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
with silver gilt components. The design of this necklace is reminiscent of the designs by Theodor de Bry who incorporated fantastical designs in to his jewellery.
This is a fascinating piece of jewellery with fine detail
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