This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian opal necklace has been crafted in 15ct and 12ct yellow gold, with silver settings.
The necklace setting is embellished with nine collet set oval cabochon cut white opals, alternating with eight scrolling quatrefoil-shaped settings.
Each scrolling setting is ornamented with a silver set Old European cut diamond.
This versatile antique necklace may also be worn as two bracelets via two push fit fastenings; such convertible pieces often bear one clasp with a removable segment, indicating the high quality of the piece.
One bracelet bears the chain accented with a single opal setting to the clasp and the other features the full anterior gemstone setting; these could be worn together or utilised as a day and night bracelet combination.
This impressive antique opal bracelets are supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.
The Victorian opal diamond convertible necklace bracelet set integrates mechanical versatility with high ornamental craftsmanship, reflecting the ingenuity characteristic of fine Victorian jewellery. The convertible structure enables transformation between necklace and bracelet configurations, increasing functional adaptability without compromising aesthetic cohesion. Opals provide shifting spectral colour, while the diamonds introduce brilliance and structural emphasis, creating dynamic visual contrast. This combination of rarity, craftsmanship and dual-purpose design elevates the piece beyond conventional jewellery, positioning it as both a significant collectible object and a long-term heirloom acquisition suited to major commemorative occasions.
Date: Circa 1890
