Scandinavian Art Nouveau Silver & Lapis Pendant Necklace

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Description

A fine Art Nouveau silver pendant necklace.

In the style of William Fuglede of Copenhagen.

Likely converted from a brooch … Read more A fine Art Nouveau silver pendant necklace.

In the style of William Fuglede of Copenhagen.

Likely converted from a brooch to a pendant.

The pendant and drop with scrolling elements and bezel set lapis cabochons.

Fixed with an associated bail and suspended from a Swedish silver chain link necklace.

Simply wonderful Art Nouveau design!

Date:
20th Century

Overall Condition:
It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition.

Condition Details:
The piece likely began life as a brooch. So, it now lacks the original pin and hinge. The catch is folded over into the back of the pendant. It now also has an augmented jump ring.

Other than the alterations, there is some light edge wear, some fine and light surface scratches, and other signs of light wear consistent with age.

Marks:
Marked to the pendant and chain with an S for .830 silver fineness and 3 crowns mark for Sweden.

Fineness:
Marked with an S for a minimum .830 silver fineness or higher.

Gemstone Measurements:
1 lapis cabochon: ca. 9.3mm diameter
1 lapis cabochon: ca. 5.1mm diameter

Measurements:
Necklace:
Length: ca. 20 1/4 in.

Pendant:
Height: ca. 80mm
Width: ca. 58mm
Depth: ca. 7mm

Weight (overall): ca. 35.6 g

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