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We have Nouveau and Amber items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Nouveau" or "Amber" under our items.

Listing Description by: Angela A.

The Piece

Age Circa: Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910

Markings: "12k GF" on the clasp, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Unknown

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 39.6 grams

Metal Type: 12k yellow gold filled over base metal

Material: Silk string

Main Stone: Baltic amber

Main Stone Measurements/Color:
  • Length: 7.13 mm to 15.36 mm
  • Width: 7.1 mm to 11.15 mm
  • Depth: 3.05 mm to 9.46 mm
  • Color: semi-translucent deep orange hue with natural lighter and darker orange and yellow inclusions
Accent Stone: --

Accent Stone Measurements/Color: --

Stone Treatment: The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.

Stone Cuts: Tumbled and polished stones

Item Measurements:
  • Wearable length: 25.75"
Closure/Clasp Type: Spring ring clasp

Link Type: Baltic amber beads on silk string

Pendant Type: --

Notable Features:
  • Handmade during the Nouveau era
  • Composed of 12k yellow gold filled over base metal
  • Features many huge Baltic amber stones with deep orange hue and natural lighter and darker orange and yellow inclusions
  • The amber stones were strung on a brown silk string, the color of the string complementing the amber
  • Completed with a spring ring clasp for secure wear
  • When worn, the necklace rests against the bustline on most people
Damage: Age appropriate wear. There appears to be minor wear to the faces of some of the stones, and the stone also contain a matte appearance; the stones remain secure, and they can be re-polished by your local jeweler, if desired. The price has been reduced to reflect this.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.

Baltic amber is found only in northern Europe and accounts for much of the known amber in the world. Amber is an organic fossilized resin that is formed when sap exudes from pine trees and hardens over many years. It typically contains an internal matrix of materials, including water or gas bubbles, organic plant matter, or even insects. Baltic amber specifically comes from sap that is 35 to 50 million years old and came from trees that are now covered by the Baltic Sea. It has been used since ancient times to create jewelry and decorative ornaments, and has long been used in folk medicine for its healing properties.


shipping


Domestic US: All items ship within one business day of receiving payment. Pricing on single and multi-purchase transactions can be seen below:

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International: All packages are sent via USPS and pricing is based on buyer location. We do not undervalue packages for customs, please do not ask us to do so. What you pay is what we will claim on your customs form. Please take this into consideration before placing your bid.


payment


Several forms of payment accepted.



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The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry. Baltic amber is found only in northern Europe and accounts for much of the known amber in the world. Amber is an organic fossilized resin that is formed when sap exudes from pine trees and hardens over
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry. Baltic amber is found only in northern Europe and accounts for much of the known amber in the world. Amber is an organic fossilized resin that is formed when sap exudes from pine trees and hardens over
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry. Baltic amber is found only in northern Europe and accounts for much of the known amber in the world. Amber is an organic fossilized resin that is formed when sap exudes from pine trees and hardens over