Pink Paste Rivière Chrysoprase Victorian blue glass and old

Victorian blue glass and old cut diamond ring set in silver and gold circa 1870-80

A lovely piece depicting a female profile with girandole earrings and a striking pearl necklace carved in helmet shell

This wonderful and bright piece is set in fine gold with diamonds and inscribed to the reverse “Breve dans tous les pays”

A total of approximately 7

John Flaxman modelled the original scene after an engraving by Bartolozzi in 1778

Pink Paste Rivière Chrysoprase Victorian blue glass and oldPretty pink and silver paste rivire. This striking piece is heavier than the usual examples from this era with a four sided domed back. Closed with a hook and a safety chain. Circa 1910 20 Measurements: 43cm long, each paste 9mm square and held in place with four claws