Antique Art Nouveau Gold Amethyst & Garnet Pendant Necklace, 1900

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An elegant antique British pendant necklace dating to the Art Nouveau period, circa 1895–1910, crafted in 9-carat yellow gold and … Read more An elegant antique British pendant necklace dating to the Art Nouveau period, circa 1895–1910, crafted in 9-carat yellow gold and set with amethyst and garnet gemstones. The pendant embodies the graceful aesthetic of Art Nouveau jewellery, a movement celebrated for flowing lines, organic forms and richly coloured gemstones. The warm tone of the yellow gold provides an attractive setting for the contrasting stones, with the purple amethyst forming the principal gemstone and the garnet introducing a deeper complementary accent. The open and delicate character of the design gives the pendant an elegant visual lightness, while the use of two contrasting gemstones adds colour and individuality. Suspended from its accompanying chain, it creates a refined period necklace suitable for both wear and display within a collection of antique jewellery. Dating to around the turn of the 20th century, the piece is an original British antique rather than a later reproduction. It is not hallmarked, but is identified as 9-carat yellow gold and set with two gemstones: amethyst and garnet. A particularly attractive example of Art Nouveau jewellery, combining precious-metal craftsmanship, period design and the distinctive colour combination of amethyst and garnet. Origin: United Kingdom Date: Circa 1895–1910 Period: Art Nouveau Material: 9-carat yellow gold, amethyst, garnet Weight of the Gemstones : Central stone 3 mm in diameter. Approximately .10 cts Tear drop 5 x 3 mm Approximately .30 cts Combined Gemstone weight approximately .40 cts Dimensions; Pendant Including the bale 45 x 27 mm Total length of the chain 578 mm ( twenty two and three quarter inches ) Width of the links 2 mm Combined gross weight ; 8 grams See less