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Elegantly ornate! Created from brass and bezel set faceted topaz glass. This neckace is somewhat crudely cast as you can see from the closup and may possibly be pinchbeck. Pinchbeck is difficult to identify as there are no tests that can diffentiate it from other brass. The quality of this brass seems quite a bit more coppery than the brass of pieces that I have that were created after 1900. Pinchbeck was 84% copper and 17% zinc. Brass can be 50% copper and the balance zinc. Whether pinchbeck or brass, this is a lovely necklace. The faceted foil back topaz glass cabochons are in excellent condition with no scratches,chips or dark stones. Not open back. The clasp is in excellent working order and all parts appear to be original with no repairs.(Item #10051)
- Circa: Late 1800's
- Length: 15 1/2"
- Small Topaz Glass: 3mm
- Large Oval Topaz Glass: 8mm x 6mm
- Clasp: Spring ring.
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Price: SOLD
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