18th Century Hand Clasp Chain Necklace clip on earrings adorned with bunches of grapes

adorned with bunches of grapes

An astonishing portrait memorial ring in commemoration of Charles I of England

which was something of a radical/avant-garde design hotspot at the time with design houses such as Archizoom and Superstudio advancing reactive

A gorgeous Georgian Regency oval brooch set with a central Imperial Topaz stone

The stones (rock crystal) have been reverse carved and hand painted to render the subjects in both 3D and colour

18th Century Hand Clasp Chain Necklace clip on earrings adorned with bunches of grapesDATE: Georgian, c. 1780 A remarkable 18th century chain necklace featuring an ornate hand clasp. With long, slender fingers, and beautifully rendered fingernail detailing, the hand wears an emerald ring on the index finger (jewellery wearing jewellery), and a three dimensional flower at the cuff. The chain is 22. 5 inches long and comprises round belcher links adorned with a pattern made up of tiny gold dots. Made circa 1780, it's crafted in 12 karat