A diamond set Belle Époque necklace by Dreicer & Co, the centre circular foliate section surmounted with a bow and suspending a larger circular cut diamond within a surround of twelve smaller circular cut diamonds. The two shoulder sections of similar design and joined to the centre with foliate swags and two stylised tassels. The back section formed with diamond set links with foliate terminals and each joined with a circular cut diamond. Signed Dreicer & Co to the clasp. 21.7cm wide. 53cm long.

Dreicer & Co 1904 - 1923.

The firm of Dreicer & Co. was one of the top jewellery retailers in America in the early 20th century. The shop was liquidated in 1923 following the death of Michael Dreicer, the founder's son. In 1924 Cartier bought Dreicer's stock of jewels for

2.5 million.