Near East, Persian culture, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A breathtaking necklace fit for a sultan! A colossal smoky quartz pendant set in a gold bezel and strung on a sleek popcorn chain with magnetic and spring ring clasps to be wearable. The octagonal, step-cut gem is fit with an 8-pronged setting and framed by a bezel of openwork gold spirals with an undulating top periphery. Just imagine this glimmering treasure among the vast quantities of opulent jewels and luxurious silks in one of the alluring bazars of Persia; a sight evocative of the riches found in the cave of "Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves"! Size (pendant): 1.4" L x 1.5" W x 1.7" H (3.6 cm x 3.8 cm x 4.3 cm); (chain): 26" L (66 cm); gold quality: 75% (equivalent to 18K); total weight: 117.3 grams

Provenance: ex-Leota Agett Collection, Denver, CO

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Minor nicks to 3 corners of stone. Otherwise, intact, excellent, and wearable.