Edwardian 9ct Gold Pale Blue Topaz Spectacle-Set Necklace
A rare and exquisitely crafted Edwardian to early Art Deco pale blue topaz spectacle-set necklace, dating to c.1910–1920. This elegant piece features a continuous line of round pale-blue topaz stones, each individually spectacle-set in fine 9ct yellow gold and linked to create a luminous chain of colour and light.
Spectacle-set jewellery of this calibre is increasingly scarce, particularly when set with gemstones other than rock crystal or paste. The soft pastel blue topaz, hand-cut with early 20th-century proportions, allows light to move beautifully through each stone, giving the necklace its characteristic Edwardian delicacy.
The necklace closes with its original hand-made gold barrel clasp, a hallmark of high-quality construction during this period. As is typical of hand-linked antique chains, the links on one side are marginally shorter, resulting in the clasp sitting slightly off-centre when worn. This is not a flaw but a normal characteristic of period craftsmanship and confirms its authenticity.
Necklace Metal:
9ct Yellow Gold
Necklace Hallmarks:
Unmarked, tested 9ct
Necklace Era:
Edwardian to Early Art Deco (c.1910–1920)
Necklace Gemstones:
- Round-cut Blue Topaz
- ~1.00ct each, total ~9.00ct
Necklace Dimensions:
- Length: 19 inches / 47.5 cm
- Stone Diameter: 6 mm
Weight: 7.70 grams
Condition:
Excellent, with light, natural wear consistent with age. Stones securely set, bright, and free from chips. Barrel clasp functions well. Slight asymmetry near the clasp which falls to one side rather than centrally due to original hand linking, authentic and stable.
