C1880 18k Acorn Necklace with 4 Silver Gilt Acorns and 18K Acorn Pendant

Fabulous Victorian 18K gold necklace with a center oak leaf pendant and 4 symmetrically placed acorn pendants. At 16.5 inches long, it is the perfect length. The slinky gold snake chain has a wonderful smooth feel. The center pendant is an oak leaf surrounding perfect acorn forms with skillfully carved incising to show the ribbed texture of the oak leaves along with the strong texture of the cup and nut of the acorn. The four acorn pendants are spaced symmetrically around the acorn as accents around a central pendant of oak leaves and acorns. Every detail of this necklace was given thoughtful consideration; the pendants are flattened at the back to rest cleanly and neatly against the chest; the texture of the chain is smooth and silky and falls just right; the clasp inserts and closes firmly. The oak leaf and acorns are awash in Victorian symbolism; oak leafs symbolizing life, longevity, fertility, and immortality while acorns mean good luck and prosperity for the wearer. A once in a lifetime necklace that you will never see again.