This magnificent, fine and impressive vintage opal necklace has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.
The feature drop of this Art Nouveau necklace is comprised of a stunning carved opal, modelled in the form of a female portrait, held within a curvilinear setting replicating the details of the figure's hair.
The sinuous hair setting extends from the feature design and is embellished with four impressive round cabochon cut rubies; three are surmounted with an individual impressive eight cut diamond and the surrounding mount bears two further diamonds.
This central design articulates from an Art Nouveau style graduating sinuous bar links, all bearing a matte brushed finish.
This magnificent vintage gold necklace secures to the reverse with a lobster clasp fastening.
The reverse of the gold opal necklace setting bears the engraved inscriptions 'Necklace designed by B. JACOT' pertaining to London jewellery designer and artist Bernadine Jacot and 'Opal carving by ALFRED POCOCK, Fabergé c1950'*.
The clasp ring loop is hallmarked with the maker's mark (JSC - J S Cattermole), the gold guarantee mark (crown), the London Assay Office hallmark (leopard's head) and the date letter for 1998 (y).
The necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18ct gold.
This impressive vintage opal necklace / brooch is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
This magnificent necklace is fitted to the original hinged velvet presentation box with satin and velvet lined interior, securing with a push fit catch.
This carved opal and ruby necklace in 18ct gold is a refined gift for milestone birthdays, anniversaries or special occasions, appealing to connoisseurs of distinctive vintage jewellery.
* Alfred Lyndhurst Pocock (1882-1962) was a British sculptor and gem carver who worked for the London branch of Fabergé around 1905. Pocock was known for creating wax animal models and semi-precious gem carvings, including royal commissions.
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Date: Opal Circa 1950/Setting 1998
