18ct Yellow Gold 2.15ct Miracle-Bezel Diamond Necklace

The diamonds are carried along a chain rather than set into a solid collar, so the necklace follows the neck instead of standing away from it.

This one is 18ct yellow gold, set with 2.15 ct of natural mined diamonds graded GH/SI. Made from 100% certified Australian gold. The line runs to 49 individually set stones.

Will this suit me?

• Where it sits: At about 46 cm it sits on or just below the collarbone for most people.
• How it looks: 49 natural diamonds, 2.15 ct in total, about 24.5 g: a substantial, heavy piece. Miracle-bezel settings make each diamond read larger than its weight.
• Everyday wear: The box clasp closes flush with the line. 18ct is softer than 9ct and richer in colour; it wears well day to day with a little care.
• Other options: Metal: 9ct yellow gold.
• Matching pieces: Photographed as a set with the 1.7 ct bracelet.

The stones are miracle-bezel set: each one seated in a polished, faceted cup of gold so the metal reflects around the stone and extends its visual spread. It is a traditional technique for making a modest diamond read considerably larger, and it is structurally very secure.

The chain between the settings is doing structural work: fine enough to disappear, strong enough not to stretch between the weights it carries.

Specification

• Metal: 18ct yellow gold (750)
• Gold origin: 100% certified Australian gold
• Diamonds: Natural, mined
• Total diamond weight: 2.15 ct
• Colour / clarity: GH/SI
• Total number of stones: 49
• Length: 45.7cm
• Clasp: box clasp
• Approximate weight: 24.5g
• Sold as: Single piece

18ct yellow gold is 750 parts per thousand fine gold. The higher gold content gives a deeper, warmer colour with a greater density and heft for a luxurious feel.

Care. Inspect the chain either side of each setting occasionally — those points take the most flex.