Late Victorian Ivy Collar Necklace; Circa 1880

An unusual Victorian necklace. This treasure has been made in crisp silver and adorned with a series of tiny silver discs, each individually engraved with a single ivy leaf.

The collar style necklace has a lovely sense of movement, with the little discs creating a playful yet unexpectedly elegant design across the neck. Each one is beautifully detailed, with the engraved ivy leaves adding a layer of Victorian symbolism.

Ivy was one of the most meaningful plants of the Victorian era, traditionally associated with fidelity, affection and everlasting attachment. As an evergreen plant that remains green throughout the seasons and hold fast to what it is growing on it was particularly suited to sentimental jewellery.

A rare and highly unusual Victorian necklace. This piece is full of character and representative of the nineteenth century love of jewellery with hidden meanings and personal symbolism.

DETAILS

ERA: Late Victorian 

MEASUREMENTS: Approx 17 inches collar length

WEIGHT: 20.3 grams approximately  

HALLMARKING: Unhallmarked sterling silver 

CONDITION: This collar is in overall good antique condition with some wear and nibbles as expected. As can be seen there is one disc missing at the back near the clasp.

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