Description
Mid-Late 20th Century; Original, 14K yellow gold panther link necklace with a decorative center section containing two pave set diamond and emerald spotted panther heads with pave set ruby eyes, connected by a central ring, also containing pave set round diamonds. The necklace is high polished with a concealed box clasp and figure eight safety latch. Necklace dates to approximately 1980's to early 2000's. Details include Total Diamond Weight: 2.80 ct., Necklace Attributes: Weight: 66.20 grams, Metal: 14K yellow gold, Style: Fancy, Length/Width: 16 inches / 10.5-30 mm, Manufacturing: Machined, cast and assembled, Condition: Good to very good", Finish: Polished, Setting: Pave set, Hallmark: 14K, Trademark: None; Emerald (Beryl) Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Round faceted, Weight: 0.02 to 0.02 ct each, Number: 18, Total weight: 0.36 ct (estimated), Clarity: Type III, Heavily included, Transparency: Semi-transparent, Color: Dark green, Cut: Good,Polish: Good, Brilliancy; Good - 50% to 70%; Ruby (Corundum) Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Round faceted, Weight: 0.05 to 0.05 ct each, Number: 4, Total weight: 0.20 ct (estimated), Clarity: Type II, Moderately included, Transparency: Transparent, Color: Strong red, Cut: Good, Polish: Good, Brilliancy: Good - 50% to 70%, Comments: Moderate red fluorescence; Diamond Melee Attributes: Shape and cut: Round full cut, Weight: 0.015 to 0.035 ct each, Number of diamonds: 133, Total weight 2.80 ct (estimated), Clarity: SI1-SI2, Color: Good, Cut: Good, Polish: Good. Total diamond weight 2.80 ct. Total weight 66.2 grams
Medium
14K Gold and Gemstones
Date
Mid-Late 20th Century
Condition Report
Very Good
Exhibited
Currently Mebane Antique Gallery and available for preview
Literature
Vintage 14K gold and diamond panther or fox head necklaces are iconic pieces of jewelry, often reflecting trends from the mid-20th century, particularly the 1980s, when bold, figurative, and luxurious animal motifs were highly popular. These pieces generally feature detailed, three-dimensional animal heads, frequently with diamond pavé or encrusted details, designed to symbolize power, strength, and elegance.
Provenance
Estate Of The Late Nancy Jo Fox Of North Carolina
Notes
Available for live in house bidding and pay-pick up from our gallery, Always bid with confidence with Mebane Auction. Thank you Jon Lambert
Condition
Very Good
Payments
Available payment options
Shipping Info
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