Late Victorian Turquoise Festoon Necklace vesta case It's hinged at the middle

It's hinged at the middle

Modelled in platinum throughout

is exceptionally well executed

and Madagascar

The subject is a Baccante with characteristic ivy leaves worn in the hair (also confirmed by an inscription on the back of the cameo)

Late Victorian Turquoise Festoon Necklace vesta case It's hinged at the middleDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A glorious turquoise festoon necklace dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Set with a vivid array of round and oval turquoise cabochons, it's crafted in 15 karat gold throughout. Over the years it's taken on a magnificent antique patina STONES Natural Turquoise Cabochons MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 15 inches Middle drop: 2. 2cm WEIGHT 11. 1g MARKS No marks present, tests as 15k gold CONDITION Very good, light