Light as morning dew

Delicate "Chute" necklace made of natural pearls with clasp made of diamonds, gold & platinum, circa 1910


€ 2,190.00 *
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Delicate "Chute" necklace made of natural pearls with clasp made of diamonds, gold & platinum, circa 1910
Delicate "Chute" necklace made of natural pearls with clasp made of diamonds, gold & platinum, circa 1910
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The pearl has a very special place among jewels. Unlike gemstones, it does not have to be cut, but is found in the form in which it is then used in jewellery. There are also many myths surrounding its creation. As late as 1704, for example, the following is recorded: "There are various opinions among scholars about the origin and growth of these pearls, with many agreeing with ancient Pliny that they are generated from the dew that drips into the opening shells". The comparison with the drops of morning dew also came to mind when we looked at this necklace. This is because the delicate necklace strings together beautiful natural pearls with a delicate silvery luster in a graduated pattern. The small pearls tumble towards the center and grow larger there. The French name for this type of necklace also comes from this shape. It is a chute necklace, because in French this means "to fall". The fine, spindle-shaped clasp made of gold and platinum sets fifteen rose-cut diamonds. A safety chain provides security when worn. The geometric shape of the clasp with the fine millegrains and the use of platinum on gold allow us to date the necklace to around 1910. We had the necklace re-knotted and had an independent appraisal carried out to confirm the natural origin of the pearls. Quoted from the Museum Museorum Valentini from 1704, quoted from Liselotte Hansmann/Lenz Kriss-Rettenbeck: Amulett und Talisman. Erscheinungsform und Geschichte, Munich 1966, p. 110.
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Delicate "Chute" necklace made of natural pearls with clasp made of diamonds, gold & platinum, circa 1910
Light as morning dew
€ 2,190.00 *
Content 1 piece
Incl. VAT, Shipping
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