Cod: 457982
800' fine gold necklace.
Period: Second half of the 19th century
price: € 4.350
ANTIQUE INTERWOVEN LINK NECKLACE – AMERICAN MANUFACTURE, MID-19TH CENTURY An important mid-19th century American necklace, representative of a high-level manufacture, crafted with a complex technique that still impresses today with its executive precision, solidity, and extraordinary softness when worn. The links are constructed through a continuous succession of elements formed by multiple interwoven strands, each individually made and then assembled by hand with extreme accuracy. The weaving creates a refined three-dimensional effect that gives depth and movement to the entire necklace, while the perfect regularity of the workmanship creates a surface rich in warm and continuous reflections, typical of great 19th-century American jewelry. Despite the thickness of the links, the necklace maintains remarkable flexibility, naturally following the curve of the neck with a softness that attests to the high quality of the artisanal construction. Each link is perfectly and particularly pleasing when observed up close. Of particular value is the original cylindrical clasp, perfectly preserved and completely integrated into the design of the jewel. The central band is embellished with hand-engraved geometric motifs, while the connecting sphere and end elements complement the links without creating any aesthetic break, transforming even the clasp into a highly elegant decorative element. The ensemble highlights all the quality of 19th-century American jewelry, where every detail was made with great attention and every element contributed to making the jewel as beautiful as it was durable over time. MAIN FEATURES • Period: Mid-19th century • Origin: American manufacture • Material: Yellow gold • Links: Multiple interwoven twisted wires • Workmanship: Entirely made and finished by hand • Length: Approximately 48 cm • Clasp: Original cylindrical with hand-engraved details • Condition: Excellent A necklace of significant historical and collectible value, appreciated for its complex craftsmanship, the absolute originality of its clasp, and its extraordinary executive quality, characteristics that make it a significant testament to the best of 19th-century American jewelry. Discover more about this exclusive jewel in our store or visit www.GioielliGradara.it Ref. 24108