Natural pearl and diamond necklace, about 1880

Jewelry is deeply personal. A7 Natural pearl and diamond necklace Europe, about 1880 Silver, gold, natural pearls (Pinctada maxima), diamonds This necklace survived Nazi looting because it was with Clarice de Rothschild in London at the time of the Anschluss (German annexation of Austria). A treasured heirloom, it remained in the family until it was given to the MFA. Gift of the heirs of Bettina Looram de Rothschild

Natural pearl and diamond necklace, about 1880

Jewelry is deeply personal. A7 Natural pearl and diamond necklace Europe, about 1880 Silver, gold, natural pearls (Pinctada maxima), diamonds This necklace survived Nazi looting because it was with Clarice de Rothschild in London at the time of the Anschluss (German annexation of Austria). A treasured heirloom, it remained in the family until it was given to the MFA. Gift of the heirs of Bettina Looram de Rothschild

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