Metal Melt Value
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The History
This beautiful piece was made during a
period called the Art Nouveau Era! This time was also called "La Belle
Epoque" in French which translates to "A Beautiful Time". This
period was in existence from 1890-1914.
This
was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came our of this period. The Art
Nouveau period was famous for it's flowing organic designs, flowing
ladies, flowing floral designs, regal designs.
The necklace chain and clasp are made of sterling silver. The bottom Peacock pendant is silver plated, it wasn't uncommon to have these two types of metals paired together during this Era.
The Piece
The necklace includes classic handmade Art Nouveau craftsmanship throughout including a beautiful Enamel peacock pendant on the bottom of the necklace.
The bottom of the necklace includes two gorgeous and high ornate Peacock's with hand painted enamel wings as well. The bottom of the design also includes a gorgeous hand polished Rose Quartz stone.
The necklace chain measures 17" in length. The pendant measures 3.75" by 2.25". The necklace includes a secure spring clasp as well.
Antique and Vintage jewelry is disappearing at alarming rates. Unfortunately, most of the jewelry from this time period has been lost or melted down over the years, please don't miss your chance to own this special piece of history!
Display items do not come with purchase, item only, unless otherwise noted.
Age Circa | Antique C. 1900
| Accent Stone
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Markings
| Unmarked, Tested
| Main Stone Carat Weight/Color/Clarity
| Pink
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Gram Weight
| 32.5
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Metal Type
| Sterling Silver, & Plated
| Stone Cuts | Polished
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Metal Purity
| .925
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Ring Size
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| item Measurements
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Main Stone
| Rose Quartz
| No Questions Asked 30 Day Return Policy
| YES! Always
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*Due to the age of some of these pieces, some items will not be stamped. The National Stamping Act was not enacted until 1906, before 1906 jewelry was not legally required to have a karat mark. This is one way to date items prior to the Art Nouveau time period.
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