Rare c. 1870... Authentic Antique English Victorian 15ct Gold Graduated Moonstone Fringe Necklace

Rare Authentic Antique English Victorian 15ct Gold Slightly Graduated Moonstone Fringe Necklace, Circa 1870s

Moondrops! The dominant style of the 1860s-1880s, featured super sexy articulated, breathtaking authentic Blue Moonstone Fringe Cable Chain Yellow Gold Necklace. Hailing from the late Victorian Era, this stunning English-made antique 15ct Gold Moonstone fringe necklace is an ethereal beauty! The glowing 9 large round and oval Moonstones cabochons with desirable and sought after adularescence schiller and the most incredible blue and white sheen, boast a total of appr. 21 carats, each encased in buttery 15ct Gold crown like prongs setting, with the contrasting warm and cool tones effortlessly complimenting one another. They are all very clear with minimal natural inclusions giving them an ethereal majestic glow.
Round cable chain, fringes and clasp finding is tube catch. As you can see, the necklace remains all original attributes! Super Rare Find!

All of the Moonstones are set in open backed frame work to capture the light reflecting their beautiful colors. You'll adore how this antique fringe drapes on the neck, providing a beautiful statement while retaining an elegant sophistication. When worn the moonstones dance with light in their settings to decorate your collar bone like droplets of water; this piece is steeped in Victorian elegance, a true reflection of the era itself!
Central Oval Moonstone calculated weight 2.54cts, based on estimated dimensions of 8.76x10.95x4.50mm. The smallest 2 moonstones approx. 2.0 each (8.14x3.48mm). The approximate total weight of all 9 moonstones is 21.0 ctw (set approximately 1 inch between a stone) and mostly 2.5ct+ each in average.
This elegant jewel measures 15.5" inches ( 40 cm ) long. The weight is 9.98 grams.
The all original link chain finished with tube catch clasp, 10.5mm.
HALLMARKS: 'J.M 15ct'. Possibly for John Mitchel ( goldsmith , worked in Glasgow 2nd 1/2 19th Century. Reference from "Jackson's Hallmarks" catalog). A historical treasure right on your neck!
TRULY ONE-OF-A-KIND!
Overall condition good. Minor surface wear in keeping with general wear, no apparent defects.
Links slightly stretched. Moonstone show good bluish to white adularescence. All original parts, the chain is antique as well. Generally in good condition with minor abrasion. Ready to wear. Please, view photos as part of the description.
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Retail Value $9900.00

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