This is a really pretty and unusual old necklace with a wonderful early 20th-century feel.
Three black oval cabochons sit in scalloped silver-tone settings, with a lovely stylized butterfly-like look to the central design. The stones appear to be onyx, although we have not had them tested, so we're leaving that one open.
The chain is one of our favorite parts. Small elongated openwork links create a delicate, almost filigree-like effect, and the decorative pierced construction gives the necklace a lot more interest than a plain chain would have. We also love the old-fashioned clasp. It's the kind of little hardware detail that makes you stop and think about how long this piece has been around.
The necklace measures approximately 14 inches, but an extender could easily be added if you prefer a longer fit.
Based on the construction and overall style, we believe this dates to the early 1900s, possibly somewhere around the Edwardian to early Art Deco period.
A wonderfully unusual old necklace with great black stones, beautiful openwork, and just the right amount of mystery. The kind of piece that makes you wonder who wore it 100-plus years ago.
This is a really pretty and unusual old necklace with a wonderful early 20th-century feel.
Three black oval cabochons sit in scalloped silver-tone settings, with a lovely stylized butterfly-like look to the central design. The stones appear to be onyx, although we have not had them tested, so we're leaving that one open.
The chain is one of our favorite parts. Small elongated openwork links create a delicate, almost filigree-like effect, and the decorative pierced construction gives the necklace a lot more interest than a plain chain would have. We also love the old-fashioned clasp. It's the kind of little hardware detail that makes you stop and think about how long this piece has been around.
The necklace measures approximately 14 inches, but an extender could easily be added if you prefer a longer fit.
Based on the construction and overall style, we believe this dates to the early 1900s, possibly somewhere around the Edwardian to early Art Deco period.
A wonderfully unusual old necklace with great black stones, beautiful openwork, and just the right amount of mystery. The kind of piece that makes you wonder who wore it 100-plus years ago.
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