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Edwardian Black Opal, Diamond, Platinum, Gold Necklace, J.E. Caldwell & Co.The necklace features a pear-shaped black opal cabochon measuring 18.00 x 12.00 x 4.70 mm, set in gold, enhanced by European and full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.45 carat, set in platinum, marked JEC & Co. for J.E. Caldwell & Co. Gross weight 6.38 grams.
Pendant Dimensions: 1-5/8 inches x 11/16 inch
Chain Length: 15 inches
Condition Report*:
Designer: J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Diamond Average Color: G-H-I
Diamond Average Clarity: SI
Diamond Shapes: European-cut, Full-cut
Diamond Count: 26 - 50
Gem Type: Black Opal
Gem Shape: Pear-shaped Cabochon
Gem Count: 1 - 25
Overall Condition: Very Good
Notes: The opal has phenomenal play-of-color. The undertone of the stone is a deep grey purple allowing bright reds, oranges, greens, blues and even yellows to dance vividly. There are a few small nicks on the opal. Comes with original signed J.E. Caldwell & Co. box.
J.E. Caldwell & Co.: Based in Philadelphia, this American jewelry firm was founded in 1839 by James Emmott Caldwell, a trained silversmith. The firm sold silver objects, jewelry and giftware. After changes in ownership, the name officially became J.E. Caldwell and Co. in 1868. Their exquisite hand fabricated jewels are among some of the finest examples of American Art Nouveau craftsmanship in evidence. Throughout the 1920’s, they produced refined pieces of Art Deco jewelry for which the firm is still recognized. The business continues to service the Philadelphia area today. Diamond Average Color: G-H-I
Diamond Average Clarity: SI
Diamond Shapes: European-cut, Full-cut
Diamond Count: 26 - 50
Gem Type: Black Opal
Gem Shape: Pear-shaped Cabochon
Gem Count: 1 - 25
Overall Condition: Very Good
Notes: The opal has phenomenal play-of-color. The undertone of the stone is a deep grey purple allowing bright reds, oranges, greens, blues and even yellows to dance vividly. There are a few small nicks on the opal. Comes with original signed J.E. Caldwell & Co. box.
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Auction Info
2013 April 29 Jewelry Signature Auction - New York #5130 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
April, 2013
29th
Monday
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