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Opera Length Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace
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Opera Length Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace

1900 - 1920
Sold by Mitaine
Sold 16 February 2025 · Mitaine
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Description

Beautiful natural pearl certified opera length art deco period necklace, comprising of 220 pearls and 217 seed pearls. The length is 82cms it weighs 9.89gms. The clasp is 9ct white gold.

Date of Manufacture

Mitaine has dated this Saltwater Pearl Necklace to the 1920s.

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SA1101605
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9919
Description
Beautiful natural pearl certified opera length art deco period necklace, comprising of 220 pearls and 217 seed pearls. The length is 82cms it weighs 9.89gms. The clasp is 9ct white gold.
Date of Manufacture

Mitaine has dated this Saltwater Pearl Necklace to the 1920s.

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SA1101605
Dealers Internal Ref
9919
Mitaine
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Specialises in antique fine jewellery

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A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Opera Length Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace

Archive II A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. View II
Archive III A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. View III
Archive IV A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. View IV
Archive V A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. View V
Archive VI A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface. View VI
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Mitaine

Mitaine
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Gloucestershire
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mitaineshop
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A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface.
Opera Length Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace
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A long strand of graduated white saltwater pearls arranged in a spiral on a dark wooden surface.
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  • ObjectNecklaces
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleClassical / Traditional
  • MaterialSaltwater Pearl, Silk, Precious Metal
  • ColourWhite
  • MotifsGraduated pearls, Continuous strand, Hand-knotted silk

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An opera length pearl necklace typically measures between 75 and 90 centimetres in length, designed to hang below the bust line for a versatile silhouette.

Historical pearl necklaces feature natural or cultured saltwater pearls, traditionally hand-knotted on silk thread between each individual pearl with precious metal clasps.

Authentic period saltwater pearls exhibit subtle variations in shape, subtle surface textures under magnification, and a characteristic gritty texture when gently rubbed against the edge of a tooth.

This versatile piece can be worn as a single long strand, doubled into a choker style, or knotted, adding classic texture to both evening wear and tailored daytime outfits.

Pearls should be stored flat in a soft pouch away from cosmetics and perfumes, and require periodic professional restringing on silk thread to prevent breakage.
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