Antique Fancy Niello & Silver Chain bottle three oval opal cabochons weigh

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The setting is fluted and incised with pattern and curls

Equally noteworthy are the details on the surfaces of the mounting

Antique Fancy Niello & Silver Chain bottle three oval opal cabochons weighAn ideal length for a necklace or chain, this former watch chain measures 16 3 8 inches long when worn. Ornate and fancy links of ovals were created with a slight twist to be three dimensional. Their outer area is precisely patterned with alternating silver and niello. Their interior contrasts rose gold over silver and silver in a pleasing style. Between the major links rest rose gold over silver in shaped curb links. Original to the chain is the