Antique 18K Solid Gold French Floral Drapery Necklace c. 1900 diamond_ring women would use long guard

women would use long guard chains to hold their pocket watches or attach various pendants

You can see the silversmith's work from the interior

The hinge is a little loose and as such the two faces can slide around a bit at the edges

the pendant was crafted from 18k gold and topped with platinum to better reflect the light from the old European cut white sapphire which centers this lovely piece

2 in or 4 cm x 3 cmSize (with bail): 5

Antique 18K Solid Gold French Floral Drapery Necklace c. 1900 diamond_ring women would use long guardThis whimsical antique 18k gold drapery necklace features a floral design typical of the French Art Nouveau period. Drawing inspiration from nature, the necklace shows the exceptional goldsmith work of the past. It bears the French eagle's head hallmark which has been in use since 1838 and remains one of the best known French hallmarks, guaranteeing at least 18k or 750 gold. It's incredible to see the detailing on the leaves as each tiny piece has