RARE French 18ct Gold Perpignan Garnet Necklace, c.1850 metal_white-gold The hinge functions well

The hinge functions well

this piece has been carefully altered into a pendant

so you can style this chunky Victorian chain with utmost confidence

This Victorian cross pendant has been beautifully engraved with swirling Acanthus leaves

RARE French 18ct Gold Perpignan Garnet Necklace, c.1850 metal_white-gold The hinge functions wellDescription: This exquisite French necklace from c. 1850 is set with glowing Perpignan Garnetsrare, unmistakable and cherished for their vivid raspberry cordial hue. These Garnets were traditionally hand cut and foil backed in Perpignan, a city in southern France near the Spanish border. Their colour and light are unlike any other Garnet type: bright, juicy and almost holographic, with deep berry tones that flash as you move. Today, authentic antique