Antique Rock Crystal Collar, ca 1700
Our Notes
Dating to the dawn of the 18th century, this extraordinary necklace is one of the earliest pieces in our collection and a remarkable survival of late 17th- and turn-of-the-century English goldsmithing. The collar is composed of shimmering, faceted rock crystals set over reflective foil within hand-formed silver "bottle cap" collets. In a characteristic mark of period luxury, the reverse of each setting reveals exquisite foliate enamel work, turning the hidden side of the piece into its own secret work of art.
The individual rock crystal links are joined together by double strands of wire, leading to the necklace's original integral clasp. Because delicate jewelry from this era was so frequently melted down or altered to suit changing fashions, finding an intact collar from around 1700 in such magnificent condition is exceedingly rare. Worn close to the collarbone, it catches the light with a soft, candlelight brilliance, offering a captivating blend of historic rare craft and modern, sculptural allure.
England, ca 1700
Measurements, Materials & Care
Care
As our jewelry is worn, patinas will evolve, further personalizing them to each collector. Due to the nature of foiled jewelry, care should be taken in order to keep Larkspur & Hawk jewelry from becoming harmed. A few tips:
- Remove jewelry when applying lotions, soaps and perfume
- Remove jewelry before immersing hands in cleaning solvents or liquids
- Please note that oxidation may eventually wear off of rings, then return naturally
Shipping & Returns
Larkspur & Hawk offers shoppers to receive and live with their new pieces. If for any reason you are less than thrilled with a purchase, it may be returned for a full refund, unless marked as final sale. To qualify, merchandise must be postmarked within 14 days of the customer’s receipt and be in the items’ original and unused condition. All returns must include the original receipt. Larkspur & Hawk is not responsible for items lost during shipping.
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