Gold(?) catch, pearl strand

Discussion in 'Jewelry' started by RuthEP, May 26, 2026 at 6:41 AM.

  1. RuthEP

    RuthEP Active Member

    I'm on a quest to identify everything I own and learn as much as I can. This pearl strand is a family heirloom, supposedly from a duchess great-aunt. My grandmother received it from her in Brazil. From what I see online, this type of bright-cut catches were fashionable in the 1950s. It used to be a double strand but it was mistreated, as can be seen. I always assumed in was gold set with a diamond but it's unmarked, as far as I can see (and I went all over it very, very closely). WhatsApp Image 2026-05-26 at 13.35.55.jpeg WhatsApp Image 2026-05-26 at 13.35.55 (1).jpeg WhatsApp Image 2026-05-26 at 13.35.54.jpeg WhatsApp Image 2026-05-26 at 13.35.55 (2).jpeg
     
    Last edited: May 26, 2026 at 6:49 AM
    Any Jewelry and ola402 like this.
  2. Any Jewelry

    Any Jewelry Well-Known Member

    The front could be platinum. The back looks silver to me, and it tarnishes like silver. I have seen that combination before.
    But I would have it tested. Also have the stone tested, it may not be a diamond.
     
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