Georgian Foil Backed Citrine Rivière nosize surrounded by 70 points of

surrounded by 70 points of diamonds

Flanking the central diamond are two exquisite side stones

7cm long including the hooks and 2cm wide at the widest point

The centre stone is an oval-cut sapphire of approximately 2

Georgian Foil Backed Citrine Rivière nosize surrounded by 70 points ofA striking Georgian graduated citrine rivire, circa 18001810, foil backed and set in silver and 9ct gold. In the Georgian era, rivires were highly fashionable, their continuous line of gemstones designed to shimmer by candlelight and encircle the neck like a river of colour. This rare survivor remains in very good condition for its age; the aged foiling now gives the citrines an almost two tone appearance that enhances their charm. There is a small