Victorian Ruby & Diamond Crescent Necklace mourning jewellery Offered in excellent overall condition

Offered in excellent overall condition

Inscription reads: "A Lagdon 7 Dec 1721 ceta 60"

the piece is modelled in rich 18 karat gold throughout

however the "J'EN" has worn away

Victorian Ruby & Diamond Crescent Necklace mourning jewellery Offered in excellent overall conditionDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A classic Victorian ruby and diamond crescent moon necklace, mounted on a period gold belcher chain. A fine quality piece set with exceptional stones, made circa 1880. STONES Natural Pigeon Blood Rubies range from: 5. 1 to 2. 0mm Old Mine Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Crescent: 3. 4cm width Length of chain: 22 inches Width of links: 3. 2mm WEIGHT 16. 3g MARKS Chain stamped 9ct gold Crescent tests as 15k gold CONDITION Excellent