Jul 3
2023
ART DECO FILIGREE Necklace 1930s PS Co Sapphire Blue Crystal Rhodium Plate FAB
METAL: Heavy Rhodium Plating Rhodium Plating gives a bright, shiny, long-lasting, silver-colored finish to a piece and is often found on quality vintage as well as contemporary jewelry. A rare silver-white metal of the Platinum family, Rhodium is not only the most expensive precious metal, but is also hypo-allergenic and doesn’t change color like sterling silver. 1930s Art Deco Era Lavalier Necklace. Composed almost entirely of Pierced Floral Filigree “Lacework”. 2-piece Pendant Drop with a Faceted, Sawtooth Bezel Set Sapphire Blue Paste (crystal glass). Period Tongue in Groove Clasp stamped PS CO. CONDITION: Excellent Vintage condition with very minor wear considering the age! The Rhodium plating has done its job and kept the metal tarnish free. Please view all photos to help describe the necklace. MEASUREMENTS (approximate): 15-3/8″ Choker length, Filigree chain links are 3/8″ wide, 2-3/8″ L x 3/4″ W drop section, 18 x 12 mm paste, 13 gramsThe Plainville Stock. Company: Founded in 1872 Plainville, Massachusetts, they produced excellent quality 10-18k gold jewelry as well as silver, gold, and rhodium plated and filled pieces.
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