18k Yellow Gold Curb-link Necklace With An Italian 40-lire Coin Pendant, Weight 28.4 G

A beautiful 18-karat yellow gold curb-link necklace, elegant and timeless, showcasing an authentic medallion set with a prestigious Italian 40 Lire coin dated 1810, minted in Milan during the reign of Napoleon I.

This piece of jewelry perfectly combines history, refinement, and the craftsmanship of antique jewelry.

The chain, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, features a beautiful, supple, and lustrous curb link design that gives it a striking presence while remaining elegant when worn.

It measures 62 cm in length, plus a small safety chain that ensures a secure fit and adds an extra touch of quality.

The circular medallion, also in 18-karat yellow gold, is specially designed to hold the antique piece, which is secured by four discreet and harmonious prongs.

Its total diameter is 3.1 cm, offering a perfect balance between the delicacy of the chain and the nobility of the historic coin.

The coin featured here is an authentic 40-Lire Italian gold coin from 1810, minted in Milan during the Napoleonic era.

It features the profile of Emperor Napoleon, accompanied by the inscription “NAPOLEONE IMPERATORE RE.”

This gold coin is highly sought after by both collectors and enthusiasts of historical jewelry.

It measures 2.6 cm in diameter and retains beautiful relief details that attest to the quality of its minting and its remarkable condition.

The chain and medallion, excluding the coin, weigh 15.5 grams.

The 40 Italian Lire coin alone weighs 12.9 grams.

The complete set, consisting of the chain, the medallion, and the coin, has a total weight of 28.4 grams, giving it a striking presence and a beautiful balance when worn.

This historic pendant can be worn both daily and on special occasions.

It will appeal to lovers of antique jewelry, enthusiasts of the First Empire, and collectors of historic coins set in jewelry.

Its elegant design and historical significance make it a unique piece, capable of being passed down through generations.

Beyond its intrinsic value based on its gold weight, this piece of jewelry tells a fascinating chapter of European history through the effigy of Napoleon I and the prestigious 40-Lire Italian coin minted in Milan in 1810.

The entire piece is in excellent condition, including the chain, the medallion, and the coin.

A superb piece of historical jewelry in 18-karat gold, combining numismatic heritage with the elegance of fine jewelry, which will find its place in a fine collection or become a distinctive piece to be worn with distinction.

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