DATE: Victorian, c.1890

A magnificent Imperial Topaz collar and pendant set, in its original fitted presentation box. Dating to the late 19th Century - circa 1890 - these wonderful pieces are modelled in 15k gold, and set with the most gorgeous stones: the Imperial (or "precious") pink, and sky blue in colour. Would make an ideal matched Night and Day set.

The box indicates that they were retailed by Mallett Goldsmith, Bath - now known as Mallett Antiques, with galleries in London and New York who regularly exhibit at the International Fine Art & Antique Fairs. Founded in 1865 by John Mallett, Mallett Goldsmiths were the precursor company to Mallett Antiques, and they operated out of the famous Octagon Chapel - with workshops in the basement, showrooms on either side of the church, and even a gas engine to drive the polishing lathes.

STONES

Pink (Imperial) and Sky Blue Topaz

MEASUREMENTS

Collar: Wearable length 14 inches - Largest stone: 10.3 x 8.7mm

Pendant: 3.3 x 3.2cm

WEIGHT

Collar: 16.7g

Pendant: 5.0g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as 15k gold

CONDITION

Excellent, the pendant has been converted from a brooch at some point in its life