Gold, diamond, pearl and enamel necklace, circa 1850

The center portion composed of five interlocking plaques designed as floral clusters and ribbons, completed by a line of gold scroll links at the back, set with numerous old-mine and single-cut diamonds, 5 semi-baroque button pearls measuring approximately 7.5 to 6.5 mm. and a baroque pearl drop measuring approximately 16.5 by 10.4 by 7.5 mm., the ribbons accented with royal blue enamel, length 18½ inches, plaques and back segment detachable. 

The pearls are of a waxy luster and typically wrinkled and noduled for baroque pearls. Not tested for natural origin, but assumed to be.The diamonds are of decorative quality. Enamel is intact except for one small chip in one of the medium-sized plaques. With french assay marks for silver and gold on two of the plaques. In good condition overall, especially considering its age.
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