An absolutely breathtaking Picchiotti festoon necklace, created in Valenza, Italy, and executed as a true one-of-a-kind jewel—made as a single example following the original drawings of Giuseppe Picchiotti. Crafted with impeccable precision in solid 18k white gold with a high-polished finish, it’s lavishly pavé-set with an extraordinary total of 1,206 natural earth-mined gemstones, combining icy brilliance with vivid red fire. The necklace features 684 round brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 18.27 carats (F/G color, VVS clarity) and 522 round brilliant-cut natural rubies totaling 21.94 carats, creating a dramatic, high-jewelry statement with exceptional presence. It secures with an integrated, discreet box clasp and an additional hinged safety latch. The piece weighs 187.65 g (123.8 dwt), fits a neck up to 16 in (40 cm), and graduates in width from approximately 52 mm to 18 mm (2.04 to 0.71 in). Stamped with maker’s mark and gold assay marks, and signed **“PICCHIOTTI .750 1952AL.”* Very good conditions. All our diamonds and colored gemstones are naturally earth-mined. Any synthetic (lab-grown) stones will be clearly indicated in the description. Upon Request, Auction House may provide an appraisal. This will carry an additional cost. Appraisals are made by our in house GIA certified Gemologist.