Antique Vintage Art Deco Rhodium Plated PSCO Lavaliere Filigree Paste Necklace

Age Circa : Art Deco C. Markings : Unmarked, Tested, Guaranteed. Country of Origin : United States. Brand : Plainville Stock Company. Gram Weight : 12.2 Grams. Metal Type : Rhodium Plated Base Metal. Main Stone : Paste Stone. Main Stone Measurements/Color : 17.45 mm in length by 8.44 mm in width, Semi-translucent medium blue hue. Accent Stone Measurements/Color. Stone Treatment : Paste is a man-made stone. Stone Cuts : Marquise Faceted. Item Measurements : The necklace measures 15.38 long. The pendant measures approximately 2.34″ in length by 0.83″ in width. Closure/Clasp Type : Push-in Box Clasp. Link Type : Fancy Chain Link Style. Notable Features : This stunning rhodium plated lavaliere necklace was handmade during the Art Deco era by an artisan of Plainville Stock Company. The company was known for producing beautiful filigree jewelry, and this necklace is a fine example of their craftsmanship. The necklace features a sapphire colored paste stone, which is marquise faceted and set in an open back bezel setting. The paste stone showcases a semi-translucent medium blue hue. The silver sheen of the stamped delicate filigree pendant and floral filigree links complement the sapphire paste stone, creating an elegant piece. The necklace is finished off with a decorative, yet sturdy, push-in box clasp. This necklace is simple enough for every day wear, yet makes enough of a statement to be worn with evening attire. This lovely necklace would make a great gift for someone special, or a treat for yourself. Damage : Age appropriate wear. 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 specifically cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would often take weeks to months to completely craft by hand. Plainville Stock Company (PSCO) opened business in 1896 in Plainville, MA, primarily manufacturing rings. The company eventually branched out into other types of jewelry and was very well-known for making beautiful Art Deco jewelry with fine stamped filigree work, using a variety of metals, paste, and semi-precious stones. With over 100 years in the industry, the company closed its doors officially in 2011, and had stopped making jewelry many years prior. PSCO pieces are hard to find today and highly collectible. Filigree metal working is a delicate form of art has been found as early as 3,000 BC in Mesopotamia. It was perfected by the Phoenicians and Etruscan civilizations between the 6th and 3rd centuries BC. It involves stamping out a design in metal and hand bending and twirling threads, combined with tiny beads, until a final motif emerges. It is reminiscent of lace and considered one of the most difficult metal working processes. Filigree is still a very popular technique in India and Asia. French jeweler Georges Frédéric Strass created paste as an alternative to diamonds during the Georgian era. Leaded glass was cut and polished with a metallic powder until it shimmered brightly like a diamond in the light. These white diamante or strass stones were wildly popular with the glamorous Parisians, and eventually paste stones were colored to mimic other precious gemstones. PLEASE WAIT FOR AN UPDATED INVOICE BEFORE PAYING FOR YOUR ITEMS. Thank you for your cooperation. The item “Antique Vintage Art Deco Rhodium Plated PSCO Lavaliere Filigree Paste Necklace” is in sale since Saturday, April 07, 2018. 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.

• Style: Lariat
• Metal: Rhodium Plated
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Brand: Plainville Stock Company
• Main Stone: Paste

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