Antique Vintage Art Deco Retro Sterling Silver Ruby Marcasite Pendant Necklace

We have similar Ruby items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. Item Description by: Sarah P. Markings: “925”, Tested, and Guaranteed. Country of Origin: Unknown. Gram Weight: 16.8 Grams. Main Stone Measurements/Color: Main ruby has a diameter of 6.1 mm larger accent rubies measure 6.5 mm and the bordering rubies measure 4.5mm, Wine Colored and patterned. Accent Stone Measurements/Color: The marcasites have a diameter of 1.6 mm and are sparkly and reflective. 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: Round Faceted and Marquise Faceted. Item Measurements: The necklace has a wearable length of 19.0 in length and the chain measures 1.0 mm wide. Closure/Clasp Type: Locking “C” Clasp. Link Type: Snake Chain. Pendant Type: Open Floral Style Pendant. Handmade during the Art Deco era featuring faceted rubies in a floral pattern, accented by marcasites. The chain was added to the pendant at some point during the pendant’s history. The bale is accented by a single marcasite and some granulated beading. The pendant has a diameter of 1.02 and the back is open by design. When worn, the necklace rests below the collarbone on most people. Damage: Age appropriate wear. The silver of the pendant, including the undergallery, is tarnished, most of which could be removed with a polishing cloth if desired. Some of the rubies have been scratched or scuffed. The price has been reduced to reflect this. This listing is for the item only. The Art Deco era is famous for being the “Gatsby” or “Roaring Twenties” era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand. Retro jewelry was produced during the 1940s and 1950s and was representative of the bold and changing world that emerged from the Second World War. Retro jewelry is not only illustrative of the energetic and modernizing styles of the 40s and 50s, but it incorporated the elegance and luxury of jewelry styles past. Retro jewelry can frequently be found composed of bright gold, gold alloys, and silver as the wartime put a restriction on the use of platinum. These designs are vibrant and beautiful and are a gorgeous example of the style of the rapidly evolving world. Rubies are one of the four precious gemstones and are prized for their pink to blood red colors. The most valued hue of ruby is called blood-red, or pigeon blood, for the bright, rich hue it exhibits. The color of a ruby comes from the element chromium. Rubies have adorned royal and religious jewelry for centuries and were especially esteemed in Asian countries like China and India, where they were thought to bring good fortune. Rubies are graded by color, clarity, cut, and carat. Rubies are often also evaluated based on their geographic origin. Marcasite was a very popular stone during the Art Deco period. Marcasite is meticulously hand-cut from pieces of iron pyrite and perfectly faceted to reflect the light. Marcasite is pale yellow or white with a bright luster, but tarnishes to a brown color. During the wild, Gatsby-style parties, ladies jewelry could be seen sparkling from across the room. The item “Antique Vintage Art Deco Retro Sterling Silver Ruby Marcasite Pendant Necklace” is in sale since Saturday, May 4, 2019. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Fine\Art Nouveau/Art Deco 1895-1935\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “abeautifultimeco” and is located in Fort Collins, Colorado. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Type: Chain
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
• Style: Chain
• Metal Purity: .925
• Main Stone: Ruby
• Metal: Sterling Silver

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