19th-Century Coral Bead Necklace & Cameo Clasp
19th-Century Coral Bead Necklace & Cameo Clasp
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A beautiful 19th-century rope necklace composed of uniform coral beads, finished with an elegant yellow-gold clasp set with a finely carved coral cameo. The long, fluid strand has a wonderfully even rhythm and warm natural colour, while the cameo clasp provides a refined focal point and a distinctive period finish.
Coral jewellery was especially prized throughout the 19th century for its rich hue, organic beauty, and association with Mediterranean craftsmanship. Here, the simplicity of the closely matched beads is balanced by the more decorative clasp, whose carved cameo introduces a sense of artistry and individuality. The yellow-gold setting enhances the warmth of the coral and allows the necklace to sit beautifully against the skin.
The necklace may be worn as a single long rope or arranged in layers, making it a versatile addition to both antique and contemporary jewellery collections. Its combination of a classic coral strand and a finely worked cameo clasp gives it an understated elegance that is difficult to replicate.
A charming and wearable example of 19th-century coral jewellery, ideal for collectors of antique cameos, Victorian jewellery, or natural-material adornments. Please refer to the photographs for condition, measurements, clasp details, and the colour variation inherent to natural coral.
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