Description
Fabulous vintage necklace cultured pearls with 9 carat gold floral clasp
This 1970s two strand pearl necklace has such a pretty floral clasp.
Individually hand knotted the gorgeous cultured pearls are a silver ivory colour with a deep lustre.
This beautiful vintage necklace cultured pearl necklace looks stunning when worn
The necklace is 20″ (51cm ) long
Strands 49.5cm (19.5″), 55cm (21 1/2″)
Cultured pearls approx.8mm – 4.5mm
Floral cluster clasp 14.5mm
Back of clasp hallmarked 9ct gold for London 1972
Hook also marked 9ct 375
It has a secure hook push box clasp
Necklace weighs 42 grams
The necklace is in excellent condition.
Pearls are smooth and even coloured
This vintage necklace cultured pearl comes in the presentation box illustrated
Our ref 23122
For further information please call Paula 07949058591
Pearls, amber and coral are precious gems produced by plants and animals. These gems are adored because they are so attractive and rare and have thus been worn as jewellery for thousands of years. The most highly prized and the most expensive of this group are the fabulous and amazing pearls, they have one unique quality, which is, they can be worn by anyone, at any time, in any situation!
Factors affecting the price of pearls.
Pearl types, Lustre, thickness of nacre, colour, shape, size, surface quality, treatment status. The most expensive type of pearl is the natural pearl, these were the only type available until about 1900, when Mikimoto started to produce cultured pearls. Cultured pearls are from farmed oysters, whereas natural pearls come from “wild” oysters. Also, we have sea water pearls from the oceans and freshwater pearls from the rivers and streams. Seed pearls were very small pearls used extensively in Victorian jewellery. Artificial pearls are made from many materials often coloured glass.
Pearls are traditionally the birthstone for June.
Care of your vintage-antique pearls.
Pearls are delicate and can easily be damaged, pearl is just 2.5 on the Mohs hardness scale. They should be wrapped in silk cloth so that they do not dry out or become scratched by other hard objects or jewellery.
Pearls absorb oils from your skin and it keeps them looking bright and lustrous, otherwise, pearls will dry out.
Also, pearls are not resistant to sprays and perfumes.
