Sterling Silver 17" Multi-Gemstone & Marcasite Cameo Necklace

The necklace is finished with three marquise shaped 9 x 4mm pink shell cabochons in adhesive settings, 29 bead cut 2mm garnet in bead settings, 43 faceted cut 4mm garnet in bead settings, 16 faceted cut teardrop 7 x 5mm garnet in bead settings, various 3mm red-purple cultured freshwater pearls in bead settings, and various 6.5-7.0mm red cultured freshwater pearl cabochons in adhesive settings.The total garnet weight is 278.95ct, cultured freshwater pearl weight is 47.56ct, agate cameo weight is 9.50ct, marcasite weight is 1.42ct, and shell weight is 0.30ct (all approximate). The necklace measures 17"L x 4-1/2"W and is finished with a 7/16" box clasp.About the Cameo Design:"Cameo" is a technique of carving, or an item of jewelry created in this manner. It is made up of two main components; a raised relief image and a contrast which features a negative image. Cameos of exquisite detail were created in Greece dating back as far as the 6th century BC. Some of the most popular time periods for these timeless pieces were in the Ancient Rome, in the early Renaissance and the 17th and 18th centuries.Part of the Marcasite by Dallas Prince Collection. All weights pertaining to diamond weights are minimum weights. Additionally, please note that many gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty. Click here for important information about gemstone enhancements and special care requirements.