Victorian 14k/SS Jadeite Bead Necklace + Diamond Eye Clasp Sodalite Reverse carved crystal was a

Reverse carved crystal was a technique created by cutting pieces of rock quartz crystal into a convex form and then polishing it into a cabochon shape

the ring rests less than 3/16" above the finger

Attached to the front of the plaque is a lovely beetle made of a hand carved sodalite stone

and red enamel that resembles stained glass

there is no apparent damage to the gold crown

Victorian 14k/SS Jadeite Bead Necklace + Diamond Eye Clasp Sodalite Reverse carved crystal was aA classically beautiful and very unique jadeite necklace with a gorgeous diamond clasp from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This fabulous piece is comprised of a single strand of 57 graduated jadeite beads which are hand knotted on pale green thread and exhibit a beautiful mottled green and white color. The strand features a silver topped 14k yellow gold hidden clasp that displays a fantastic eye motif, encrusted with 6 bead set Rose Cut diamonds