with round uniform beads, the clip in the form of a stylised geometric anthemion, with fan shaped fluted amethyst point to a pierced and millegrain set diamond ground, fluted oval amethyst domes either side, the detachable clip acting as a pendant for wear to front or backLength 98cm / 38½''
Beads approximately 0.6cm / ½'' diameter
Length of clip 2.5cm / 1''Weight: 118.5g
21 oval antique cameos mounted for wear as a necklace, collected by Arthur Richard Wellesley, 2nd Duke of Wellington, each collet set in gold and joined by detachable circular links,
Early 19th century graduated vari-coloured gem set collet necklace, c.1830, including emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets, pearls and other gemstones,