{"product_id":"antique-rose-cut-diamonds-and-pearls-opera-necklace","title":"Antique Rose-Cut Diamonds and Pearls Opera Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis necklace is an extraordinary piece of Portuguese jewellery history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was originally purchased at the renowned Branca de Brito shop in Lisbon. \u003cbr\u003eKnown as a \"jeweller to the elite\", Branca de Brito was a cornerstone of Portuguese luxury for over 100 years. \u003cbr\u003eThis piece comes complete with its original, signature green velvet-lined presentation case, stamped with the jeweller's prestigious mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis breathtaking 108cm (42.5\") \"Opera\" length pearl necklace is a rare marriage of Victorian grandeur and Art Deco elegance. \u003cbr\u003eFeaturing a magnificent hand-crafted 19th-century clasp and a substantial strand of warm champagne pearls, this piece is a versatile heirloom designed to be worn long, doubled, or knotted in the classic \"Flapper\" style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe centrepiece of this necklace is a masterful floral-motif box clasp. \u003cbr\u003eAuthentic \"Silver on Gold\" technique, where a layer of silver is bonded to a high-carat gold base - a hallmark of high-end antique jewellery before the use of platinum. Inlaid with forty two hand-cut rose-cut diamonds that provide a soft, romantic glow.\u003cbr\u003eFeatures a prominent 9mm pearl with exceptional lustre and blue-pink overtones, likely natural saltwater given the era of the mounting.\u003cbr\u003eEquipped with the original tongue-and-groove mechanism and a lateral safety bar for secure wear.\u003cbr\u003eOriginally designed for a triple-strand \"collar,\" the clasp features three loops on each side, adding significant historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pearls are high-quality early 20th-century saltwater pearls (likely Akoya). \u003cbr\u003eThey exhibit authentic growth characteristics, including subtle \"circled\" horizontal rings and natural skin dimples, confirming their organic origin.\u003cbr\u003eTheir colour is a stunning, aged light champagne with deep orient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition - the clasp retains its original, unpolished silver patina, which is highly desired by collectors. No missing stones (please refer to the photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHallmarks - no hallmarks present, metals are acid tested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003eLength - 108cm end to end (excluding clasp)\u003cbr\u003eClasp size - 3,4cm x 3cm\u003cbr\u003ePearls ∅ - 7mm\u003cbr\u003ePearl ∅ on the clasp - 9mm\u003cbr\u003eDiamonds - 42pcs, ∼0,03ct - 0,05ct each (∼1,26ct - 2,1ct total)\u003cbr\u003eWeight - 99,56gr\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs is standard with uncertified antique jewellery, all gemstone weights and metal fineness are estimated based on measurements and historical hallmarking. The pearls have not been X-ray tested for natural vs. cultured origin and is sold as a period-correct \"real pearls\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fruza Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53491751649613,"sku":"J154","price":3444.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/0118\/9965\/files\/IMG_9831.jpg?v=1772817453","url":"https:\/\/fruza.store\/products\/antique-rose-cut-diamonds-and-pearls-opera-necklace","provider":"Fruza Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}