Georgian Silver & Blue Paste Necklace

An attractive silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
and pasteGlass made to resemble gem materials, which may be moulded, faceted, carved, etc.  necklace. The paste is a lovely subtle blue colour almost “eau de nil” and would have imitated aquamarines. It has rub over settings over the foiled paste which gives it translucency. It was made in the early 19th century. The hook clasp is a later addition.