Victorian Sterling Paste Riviere Necklace Open Back

Description

This is a beautiful example of fine antique craftsmanship! A classic rivière style well-made old sterling silver necklace, with a nice heavy weight to it….a truly gorgeous and highly collectible piece! In great wearable condition, all stones in tact and ready to wear or add to your collection!
In 1724, French jewel designer Georges Frédéric Strass came up with “paste,” a kind of leaded glass that he cut and polished with metal powder until it appeared to shimmer like a diamond in the light. These white “diamante” or “strass” were a hit with glamorous Parisian high society.
Shipped with USPS First Class.