Oval beads of Mediterranean Red coral — graduating from a slender 6 × 3 mm at the tips to a bold 11.5 × 8 mm at the centre — give this 19th century necklace a particularly dynamic, jewel-like quality. The elongated form of each bead means the deep, saturated crimson catches the light at a different angle with every movement, creating a shifting, living brilliance that round beads simply cannot replicate. At 650 mm and 68.3 grams, this is a necklace of real substance: long enough to drape beautifully, heavy enough to feel genuinely precious. The 9 karat gold clasp is warm and well-matched, and the piece is in perfect condition with no chips or cracks — exceptional for a 19th century handcarved necklace of this weight. Sourced from a European private collection and authenticated by our 3rd generation antique specialists at Kingdom of Antique Arts, Vienna.
A rare 19th century Mediterranean Red coral necklace with 9 karat gold clasp — a collector's piece of exceptional beauty and historical significance.
19th Century Necklace - Handcarved
Beads: 6×3 mm till 11.5×8 mm
Length: 650 mm
Condition: No chips or cracks — in great condition regarding the age
Clasp: Gold 9 Karat
Colour: Mediterranean Red
Weight: 68.3 gram
