English Victorian Ruby, Zircon & Pearl Lavaliere by Charles Fox & Co.

Rich purplish-red rubies, bright yellow-green zircons, and lustrous natural pearls create a captivating palette in this Victorian-era lavaliere. Crafted of 9K yellow gold and stamped Charles Fox & Co., a nineteenth-century British maker, the necklace also retains its original 9K yellow gold chain.

At the center, three rubies form a floral trefoil framed by sweeping, pearl-set curves and slender gold stems. Zircons anchor either side of the openwork design, while individual pearls rest in small flower-form settings along the neckline. Two suspended ruby drops flank a longer central zircon drop, lending movement and a graceful taper to the design.

Approximately 3.00 carats of natural rubies and 1.75 carats of zircons bring unique color to the delicate goldwork, balanced by the soft glow of seed pearls. Fine beaded borders around the gemstone settings complete this elegant antique necklace.

Circa 1890