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Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"
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Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"

1900 - 1920
Description

This beautiful Opal Necklace features thirteen different sized natural Opals set in sterling silver with a hook fastener, with a 16" length.

The Opals are of superb quality and beautifully cut, with a lovely variety of colours that make the necklace stylish and perfect for everyday wear.

This necklace would make the perfect gift or a great addition to any collection.

STONE

Opal - Natural

METAL

Chain - Sterling Silver - NITON DXL Tested

Fastener - Sterling Silver - NITON DXL Tested

MEASUREMENTS

Chain length 16"

Largest Opal drop measures 1.6cm x 1.2cm

WEIGHT

9.0 grams

CONDITION

This Opal fringe necklace is in good condition. The Opals have super colour and fire and are well set in their bezel frames. The chain is a perfect thickness for everyday wear. Some of the Opals show natural inclusions which do not reach the surface and are not cracks.

Declaration

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Edwardian Opal Festoon Necklace to the Edwardian era.

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Sellingantiques Reference
SA1219804
Dealers Internal Reference
11321
Description
This beautiful Opal Necklace features thirteen different sized natural Opals set in sterling silver with a hook fastener, with a 16" length.
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The Opals are of superb quality and beautifully cut, with a lovely variety of colours that make the necklace stylish and perfect for everyday wear.
Lancastrian Jewellers
fig 1. An Edwardian silver festoon necklace featuring graduated oval cabochon opals arranged in hanging fringe drops.
fig 1. Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"

This necklace would make the perfect gift or a great addition to any collection.

STONE

Opal - Natural

METAL

Chain - Sterling Silver - NITON DXL Tested

Fastener - Sterling Silver - NITON DXL Tested

MEASUREMENTS

fig 2. An Edwardian silver festoon necklace featuring graduated oval cabochon opals arranged in hanging fringe drops.
fig 2. Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"

Chain length 16"

Largest Opal drop measures 1.6cm x 1.2cm

WEIGHT

9.0 grams

CONDITION

This Opal fringe necklace is in good condition. The Opals have super colour and fire and are well set in their bezel frames. The chain is a perfect thickness for everyday wear. Some of the Opals show natural inclusions which do not reach the surface and are not cracks.

Date of Manufacture

Lancastrian Jewellers has dated this Edwardian Opal Festoon Necklace to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1219804
Dealers Internal Ref
11321
Lancastrian Jewellers
Lancastrian Jewellers
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2022

We are a third generation jewellers in the north of england, UK. Specialising in quality antique, vintage and fine jewellery

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Archive I An Edwardian silver festoon necklace featuring graduated oval cabochon opals arranged in hanging fringe drops.

Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"

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Lancastrian Jewellers
Telephone 07527 577305
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9 Dalton Square
Lancaster
Lancashire
LA1 1WD
United Kingdom
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An Edwardian silver festoon necklace featuring graduated oval cabochon opals arranged in hanging fringe drops.
Antique Edwardian Opal Fringe Festoon Necklace | 16"
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An Edwardian silver festoon necklace featuring graduated oval cabochon opals arranged in hanging fringe drops.
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  • ObjectNecklaces
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialOpal, Silver
  • ColourIridescent Blue
  • MotifsCabochon opals, Fringe drops, Trace chain, Bezel settings

This Edwardian opal fringe festoon necklace is an antique silver piece comprised of thirteen natural cabochon opals set in sterling silver bezels along a trace chain. The design incorporates graduated oval opals arranged in hanging fringe drops, featuring a hook fastener, bezel settings, and an iridescent blue colour palette displaying various shades of fire. The visible details include smooth oval-cut cabochon stones with internal natural inclusions, secured in individual silver frames with connecting link hardware. The chain measures 41 cm in length, with the largest opal drop measuring 1.6 cm by 1.2 cm. Suitably designed for everyday wear, this antique necklace is intended for personal ornamentation and functions as a classic jewellery addition for special occasions or daily styling. The versatile length and secure hook fastener allow for straightforward placement around the neck. The piece integrates easily into contemporary wardrobes as a historic wearable accessory or functions as a collector item within a jewellery display.

FAQs

An Edwardian festoon necklace features swags, draped chains, or suspended gemstone drops designed to sit near the neckline. Created between 1901 and 1910, these designs emphasise light metalwork and ethereal stones like opals or pearls.

Jewellers of the Edwardian era predominantly used platinum, fine silver, and gold to construct lightweight, openwork settings. Popular gemstones included opals, diamonds, seed pearls, and sapphires set in bezel or claw mounts.

Authentic Edwardian pieces exhibit hand-finished metalwork, delicate chain links, and period hallmarks on the clasp or mounting. The stone settings are custom-fitted to hand-cut cabochons rather than uniform modern machine-cut gemstones.

A festoon necklace pairs well with open necklines, such as V-neck or collarless garments, allowing the suspended drops to lay flat against the skin. It can also be placed against high-necked monochrome fabrics to highlight the fringe silhouette.

Opals require delicate handling due to their natural water content and sensitivity to thermal shock. Clean opals gently using a damp soft cloth without chemicals or ultrasonic equipment, and store them away from direct heat sources.
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