Gold necklace, Iran, early 20th century Composed of 12 gold plates (750/1000), 10 square, both ends trapezoidal, each decorated with granulations, a turquoise cabochon in the center. Hanging from each plate are long chain tassels alternating circular links, polylobed plates, discoidal plates and teardrop plates at the ends. At both ends of the enfilade, a tubular gold bead. No clasp. Length: 28.5 cm; gross weight: 116.4 g Threaded on modern wires, very slight accidents.