Antique Georgian 20ct Gold Chain With Barrel Clasp Circa 1790
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DESCRIPTION (Please scroll to the bottom to view video)
English in origin and crafted by hand over 220 years ago this fine example of a highly sought after Georgian high carat chain seldom come on to the market, especially in such high, 20ct gold.
Rich and buttery in colour, each hand made link is beautifully textured with a motif resembling a three leaf clover in raised relief, to the gorgeous original barely shape Cannetille clasp which still works as perfectly as it did when first made over 220 years ago.
Measuring 53cm long this chain could have possibly started her life as a longer chain, we will never know for sure, as there is a small, very early, reinforcement seen between the push in clasp and the first link, which could indicate a longer chain was ‘halved’ as was the custom when an elder matriarch passed away and these wonderful chains were separated in to two (or more) to give to the daughters.
However, this chain is in remarkable original condition and is a pleasure to wear
STONES
Glass/Paste
MEASUREMENTS
53cm
WEIGHT
18.6 Grams
MARKS
None
Tested via XRF as 20.5 carat gold
CONDITION
Very very good antique Georgian condition. Incredible for 220 years of age. Raised texture has not worn, links are not thin. Barrel clasp contains ‘paste/glass’ stones appear all original, various colours, red, green and dark blue/black. Clasp functions perfectly with a satisfying click.
PURCHASE SUMMARY
Laybys available on all items $400 and over. Contact us for more details.
All our items are antique or vintage unless otherwise stated. Condition will be described, it is the responsibility of the buyer to read descriptions and view photos. Please refer to our guide Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery for more details.
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Do you have your eye on a fabulous piece but need some extra time to
pay? At Graisons, we offer suitable layby terms for pieces priced $400 AUD and above. Contact us for more details.
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For all international purchases, a third party postal company will complete the final stage of delivery.
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We are currently shipping to the following international countries:
UK, USA, CANADA, SINGAPORE, NEW ZEALAND, HONG KONG.
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Caring For Antique & Vintage Jewellery
We absolutely pride ourselves on sourcing the best quality pieces for our customers, with many of our items valued by our registered jeweller/gemologist.
Our collection consists of pieces that are of antique and vintage condition, which means that all our items are secondhand and used. Customers are not purchasing 'new', 'perfect' and 'unworn items', and as such, should expect wear and imperfection. Any condition issues are always extensively mentioned in the condition summary.
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