Object Description
Maker:
GT Marsh & Co
Summary:
Art Deco Natural Pearl & Diamond Necklace
Description:
An Art Deco natural pearl and diamond sautoir necklace by Marsh & Co, circa 1925. The necklace is strung with four rows of small natural pearls, the rows interspersed with platinum and diamond dividers. To the centre is an antique oval cut diamond estimated at 1.10ct and set within frame of platinum open work and a diamond set border, a tassel suspended underneath with multiple rows of natural pearls hanging from the finely pierced platinum and diamond top. The necklace is secured to reverse with an ornate tongue and box clasp of diamond and platinum set with an old mine cushion cut diamond in the centre.
Period:
Art Deco, circa 1925
Origin:
San Francisco
Gems / Materials:
Central antique oval cut diamond, estimated 1.10ct
70 x small old mine cut diamonds, estimated total 2ct
693 x natural saltwater pearls ranging from 2.4mm to 2.8mm – with certificate
Setting:
Platinum, signed Marsh
Dimensions:
Necklace length: 43cm/17″
Drop length: 8.4cm/3.3″ (From top of diamond section to bottom of the tassel)
Weight:
33 grams
Condition:
Very fine