Mid Century 18k Gold Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace with Diamond Clasp

A bold and beautiful four strand lapis lazuli necklace, 234 beads of rich royal blue flecked with glinting gold pyrite. A classic Mid Century look with it's sweeping, brushed 18k gold and diamond clasp that unites the strands, accented by seven sparkling old European cut diamonds. The clasp can be worn classically in the back or on the side for a more dramatic look. Lapis has been mined at Sar-e-Sang in the mountains of Afghanistan for some six thousand years. Ground into the pigment ultramarine, it was worth more than gold by weight, and Renaissance patrons wrote into their commissioning contracts exactly how much of it a painter was to use and where. A special necklace with centuries of history.

Regular price$4,500.


Further Details

Condition: Very Good
Era: Mid Century
Year: 1970
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold

Diamonds: 7
Cut: Old European
Carat Weight: 0.50 total
Color: F-G
Clarity: VS1-VS2

Gemstone Details: 234 Lapis Lazuli Beads
Cut: Bead
Size: 7mm
Color: Blue

Graded according to GIA standards

Length: 15.5" - 18" Inches
Weight: 92.14 grams

Includes: Custom Belrose necklace box, & free expedited shipping.
Certified Appraisal on request.
Item Id: 260284

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What's included?
  • Free Insured Shipping
  • Custom Jewelry Box

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