Georgian Paste Rivière Butterfly Wing The head of the ring

The head of the ring is 6mm in diameter

with links approximately 10mm wide and tourmaline crystals of varying sizes

The amethyst stones are pave-set with sumptuous dark amethyst “grapes” surmounted by a vine leaf and tendril

set in a combination of 18ct gold and platinum

giving this piece its authentic antique charm and history

Georgian Paste Rivière Butterfly Wing The head of the ringAn antique Georgian black dot paste rivire necklace, dating to the early 19th century. The necklace is set with a graduated row of round black dot paste stones in silver cut down collet settings with gold backed casings, a characteristic construction of the period. The casings have been tested as approximately 7ct gold, while the mounts have been tested as sterling silver (925). The necklace is in good overall condition, with the clasp in full working