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Art Nouveau Amethyst, Enamel and Diamond Pendant/Pin

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90-1-13131

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ABOUT THIS NECKLACE

Designed with the striking color scheme of green, white, and violet used during the suffragist* movement, this ravishing and romantic Art Nouveau treasure - circa 1900 - glistens, gleams and glows with a royal purple amethyst buff-top heart (cabochon top, faceted bottom), caressed on each side with flowing yellowish green enamel leaves, crowned with a trio of tiny lustrous seed pearls, and anchored by a single diamond sparkler and a freshwater pearl drop. Hand fabricated, it can be worn as both a necklace or brooch. Chain measures 18 inches. *Is the jewelry often labeled “Suffragist (Suffragette) Jewelry” simply indicative of the fashion of the period or was it symbolic of a cause women (and some men) fought for passionately? Certainly, a case can be made for both points of view. Please see our AJU article for a discussion on Suffragist jewelry: https://www.langantiques.com/university/suffragist-jewelry/

Details

Materials:
14 Karat Yellow Gold
Length:
1 1/2 Inch
Width:
1 1/8 Inch
Height:
1/4 Inch
Chain Length:
18 Inch
Gram Weight:
5.9 Grams
Period:
Art Nouveau
Center Amethyst details

 

Cut/Shape:
Heart Cut
Color:
Purple
Carat Weight:
5.00 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
11.25 x 10.63 x 6.30 (exact) mm
Additional Details Additional Gem Details

1 Old Mine Cut Diamond

Carat Weight:
0.04 carat Because mountings prohibit full and accurate observation of gem quality and weight, all data pertaining to mounted gems can be considered as approximate unless accompanied by an independent laboratory certificate (AGL, EGL, GIA). Unless otherwise stated, all colored stones and pearls are assumed to be subject to a relatively stable and possibly undetected color and/or clarity enhancement.
Measurements:
2.20-2.20 mm
Color:
J
Clarity:
I1
Total Diamond Carat Weight:
0.04

3 Seed Pearls

Shape:
Round
Measurements:
2.35-2.50 mm
Color:
Light Cream

1 American Freshwater Natural Pearl

Shape:
Wing
Measurements:
5.17 x 2.64 x 3.25 mm
Color:
White
Total Colored Gemstone Carat Weight:
5.00

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.

Jewelry Care

As with anything of value, especially sentimental value, taking good care of your vintage and antique jewelry from Lang will enhance its beauty and extend its lifespan. We encourage you to have your jewelry checked and cleaned by us or by your trusted local jeweler every six months, to ensure that each piece is in good wearable condition with all gemstones in place. It’s not uncommon for stones to loosen over time, and it’s much easier to tighten a loose stone than to replace a lost one! As stated in our Repair Policy, we strongly recommend that you allow us to perform any repairs, since our jewelers are specialists in restoring vintage and antique jewelry.

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