Antique Edwardian saphiret glass paste riviere collet necklace, fabulous large stones bezel set with open backs Italian Operculum was used in high

Operculum was used in high end jewellery in the late 19th and early 20th century

the rondelle beads - and the fringe design are typical of Miriam Haskell pieces while designers such as Frank Hess or Stanley Hagler were working for her

It is in very good vintage condition with all rhinestones present and bright

This is such a delicate and detailed piece with pretty coral coloured glass cabochons as the centres of detailed flowers

Lovely snake design with

Antique Edwardian saphiret glass paste riviere collet necklace, fabulous large stones bezel set with open backs Italian Operculum was used in highAbsolutely stunning antique saphiret stone riviere necklace. The large, subtly graduated, faceted stones are set in silver tone. The quality of the saphiret glass is fantastic much less opaque than many examples, with the open backed settings, the light can shine through and pick out the pink base tones and the beautiful pale aqua blue, ethereal accents. Saphiret glass was made by adding real gold to sapphire coloured molten glass. This created an