Ansuini 18k Yellow Gold and Ruby Station Necklace

This is a fine contemporary handmade station necklace crafted by the prestigious Roman jeweler Ansuini. It features a 20-inch chain composed of 18k yellow gold with a substantial weight of 19.1 grams. The layout includes 10 natural rubies as rondelle or drum-shaped stations, spaced evenly along a braided or wheat-style yellow gold chain. The rubies have a combined total weight of approximately 3.40 carats and exhibit a deep, saturated purplish-red hue typical of high-quality natural specimens. The gold metal showcases the rich luster of high-karat 750 gold with handcrafted finishing details. The necklace is secured with a classic lobster-style or spring-ring clasp. Marked with 'Ansuini' and '750' for gold purity, this piece reflects the high-end craftsmanship of the historic Italian jewelry house founded in 1860. The condition appears to be excellent, showing virtually no signs of wear, surface abrasions, or metal fatigue, consistent with the item being stored in a safe since its single use after purchase in 1996. The stones are secure in their settings, and the gold maintains a bright, high-polish finish without significant patina.