Antique Russian Multi Gemstone Necklace, Circa 1890s

A chic late 19th century Russian necklace, beautifully composed with various fine gemstones. The centre stone is a bright pear shaped imperial topaz, below an old-cut diamond and a natural pearl. Below it is a strong saturated sapphire surrounded by old cut diamonds in a crescent layout. The chain is set with aquamarine, spinel, sapphire, yellow sapphire, rubellite, pink sapphire, peridot, amethyst and emerald. A tri colour 15ct gold chain, alternating in yellow and rose gold links beautifully completes the design of this wearable art piece. Circa 1890’s.

Russian makers marks: A.Φ (A.F) and hallmarks throughout the necklace.

• Gemstones: Imperial topaz, diamond, natural pearl, sapphire (blue, yellow, pink), aquamarine, spinel, rubellite, peridot, amethyst, emerald
• Metal: 15ct gold (rose, yellow, white)
• Length: 43cm
• Width: 2.5cm
• Gross weight: 20 grams
• Condition: Excellent, wear consistent with age and use