Victorian Turquoise Paste Rivière Necklace without stones the caduceus is sometimes (incorrectly)

the caduceus is sometimes (incorrectly) adopted as a symbol for medicine

75ct central)

77ct of Natural Sapphire

crossed over one another with small star motifs

Victorian Turquoise Paste Rivière Necklace without stones the caduceus is sometimes (incorrectly)DATE: Victorian, c. 1860 A gorgeous antique rivire necklace set with 25 turquoise paste gemstones. The oval faceted stones are set in closed foil backed settings, they're uniform in size and display the most beautiful vivid colour. It's crafted in silver throughout with a hook and eye clasp, and it dates from the Victorian period, circa 1860. 17 inches wearable length. Paste gemstones were popular throughout the Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian eras.