Mikimoto Strand of FIne Cultured Saltwater Pearls dog_collar - Two British Empire Exhibition

- Two British Empire Exhibition 1 penny stamps from 1924

and to a lesser degree

The reverse reveals the precious metal framework around the perimeter securing the carved garnet panels

Art Nouveau through and through

it looks as if this canine could come to life and leap out of his silver bezel

Mikimoto Strand of FIne Cultured Saltwater Pearls dog_collar - Two British Empire ExhibitionThese feel as good as they look weighty, silken, and glowing with radiance. Fine, lustrous, creamy white cultured saltwater pearls hail from the renowned house of Mikimoto. At a total strand length of 23 1 2 inches, each pearl averages 6 mm in diameter. The strand is expertly matched, each pearl chosen for its even coloration. The surfaces are smooth and glossy with a 14k gold ribbon motif safety clasp. Another 3. 4 mm pearl adorns the top. This