Unique and Rare Gold tone pendant magnifying glass pendant necklace

1980' Givenchy gold tone hardware with faux white pearls NWOT

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This stylish necklace was probably created in Austria or Germany in c.1900. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This necklace is constructed from rolled gold - it is stamped 'ROLLED GOLD SP' on the chain. It features a delicate cable chain and a pendant. The pendant has a typically linear and bold Jugendstil design. It is articulated, so that it moves with the wearer and is detailed with a bezel set, faceted, red glass stone and two bezel set, open back mounted, triangular cut, faceted purple glass stones. The necklace fastens with a bolt ring. The chain measures 42cm and the pendant measures 6.5cm x 2cm. A Short History... The term Jugendstil, meaning "Young Style," was derived from the magazine Die Jugend and describes an art and design movement which took place in Germany and Austria from c.1896 through to c.1915. Taking place at the same time as the Art Nouveau movement, which was inspired by the natural world, Jugendstil was also heavily influenced by organic shapes but contrasted them with geometric forms resulting in very stylised designs. Important Jugendstil jewellery designers were Carl Herman, Meyle and Mayer...

Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .50ctw Cut: Single and Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 - I1 Total Carats: .5...