An early art deco enthroned buddha necklace retailed by Fred Leighton A statement piece, created in the northern Europe region during the early art deco period, circa 1915, most probably made in Austria or Germany.  This necklace was carefully crafted in .900/.999 platinum with details in yellow gold of 18 karats and fitted with a movable ring to wear in a chain as a pendant. The carved seated buddha in enthroned in the center wearing a necklace and and is flanked by two Corinthian style columns decorated with two pieces carved from natural gray agathe. This is a very interesting piece made with masterful craftsmanship that mix several styles, such; the European neoclassic, the Edwardian and the art deco. This piece was retailed by Fred Leighton in New York back in the 1980. Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain settings, with 122 old European rose cut diamonds, 2.44 carats, H color, VS/SI clarity. Ruby: Inlaid on top, with 1 oval faceted cut natural vivid red ruby of 0.15 carats. Gemstones: The buddha is carved from natural rock quartz. Weight: 23.95 Grams, (15.35 Dwt). Lenght: The chain is 15 Inches (38 Cm). Can be used in a longer similar chain. Measurements: 70 mm by 28 mm by 9 mm (2.76 x 1.10 x 0.35 Inches). Hallmarks: Electronically tested for .750/.999 18kt gold and .900/.999 platinum. Note: Millegrain is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges o