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Art Nouveau Peridot-like Enamel and Pearl Necklace

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90-1-4362

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

A truly enchanting treasure from the turn-of-the twentieth century. A glowing array of six peridot substitutes (we think glass) of various shapes accompany the star of the show - a ravishing floral motif centerpiece shimmering with shaded pink and green enamel. Small, glistening freshwater pearls lend added magic to this rapturous Art Nouveau Jewel, circa 1900. Evidently, 100-plus years ago, the jeweler didn't much care, or differentiate, between inexpensive semi-precious stones and their newer synthetic or look-alike counterparts. We acquired this beautiful piece assuming the green stone were indeed peridots, and we've adjusted the price accordingly. Our mistake; however, it is truly impossible to tell the difference without a microscope and gemological equipment.

Details

Materials:
10 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
16 inches
Gram Weight:
5.5 grams
Period:
Art Nouveau
Gemstone Details Gemstone Details

8 Seed Pearls

Measurements:
2.00-2.50 mm

About Art Nouveau Jewelry

Looking to go organic? Bummed out (with good reason) by the Industrial Revolution, Art Nouveau makers embraced the natural world and a return to the hand-craftsmanship of an earlier time. Their overlap with both the Victorian and Edwardian eras resulted in a great deal of cross-pollination. Though relatively short in its purest form, Art Nouveau’s flowing lines continued to weave their way into fine jewelry.

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