Portrait of Sophistication - Antique Amethyst Diamond Rivière
Regular price
$7,500.00 USD
ITEM: 20865
Lush and deeply hued, fine natural amethysts form a graduated line of color and refraction in this Victorian or early Edwardian rivière set with diamonds.
Choker length, thirty-three amethysts with a total weight of 47.4 carats, lends a breathtaking presence to the neck and visage. Fourteen of these each count 4 rose cut diamonds as their partners in elegance.
Following these are a line of more amethysts with no diamond accents; all are precisely graduated. The clasp features an oval amethyst as well.
Fifty-six diamonds, with a total weight of 2.16 carats, contrast beautifully with the depth of the purple hues. Their color of H-I and their clarity of VS2-SI2 impart the perfect amount of scintillation.
In 9-10k rose gold, the settings appear star-like when viewed from the reverse. The galleries holding the gemstones and diamonds are crown-shaped.
Historical note: The rivière is a style of necklace worn high on the neck with graduated or same sized pastes, gemstones or diamonds linked one after the other in an articulated line. Studying old paintings reveals a myriad of eras in which these reigned in popularity.
Not to be confused with a strand of pearl worn as a choker, the 18th and early 19th century witnessed all manner of well-to-do ladies adorning their necks in this way.
Revived in the later Victorian era, often with diamonds, the rivière with its simple yet illuminating presence, still survives today. Even the greatest of modern houses, such as Harry Winston, considers it a timeless classic.
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A lovely hand-made Italian gift box with a fabric ribbon is provided. Please refer to this page for photographs and more information.
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FREE WORLDWIDE!
FAST LIKE LIGHTNING!
Most purchases ship the same day if purchased by noon eastern.
Shipping occurs M-F and arrives M-Fri or Sat by USPS.
Shipments are anonymous for surprises and gift-giving.
DOMESTIC METHODS
FREE 2-3 DAY via UPS, FedEx, or USPS.
- A physical address and phone number are required.
- IMPORTANT: A signature is required for insurance
- If missed, redelivery occurs the following day.
HOLD OPTIONS
Hold at FedEx hold locations. Photo ID of the addressee is required.
USPS hold at your local post office.
UPGRADED OPTIONS CHARGES
2 Day morning delivery - Usually by 10:30 am - $35 - to major areas
Overnight - $35
Priority Overnight Usually by 10:30 am - $45
Saturday Delivery - $50
INSURANCE
GRATIS! Every package is fully insured by a specialized jewelry insurance carrier. You receive a full refund right away if lost, damaged, or stolen. Contact us immediately! Remember, after shipping 1000s of packages a year since 2002, problems are very rare.
HOW IS MY JEWELRY BOXED?
A lovely hand-made Italian gift box with a fabric ribbon is provided. Please refer to this page for photographs and more information.
FREE RETURN SHIPPING
If for any reason you are not happy with your purchase, even returns are free from anywhere within the US. Visit the Returns section for details. Our apologies, but due to customs forms and regulations, international buyers pay for return shipping.
INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING
Express service fee is $75, fully insured via UPS or FedEx, 2-7 day service.*
Contact us to receive an estimate for any taxes, duties, or fees.
*Custom's clearance times vary.
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