Antique Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Floral buy Resin Chain Bracelet 7.7g

We have similar Art Deco and Floral items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Deco" or "Floral" under our Buy-It-Now items.

Listing Description by: Dayna M.

The Piece

Age Circa: Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940

Markings: "1/20 12K" along with unknown markers mark on clasp, tested, and guaranteed

Country of Origin: Unknown

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 7.7 grams

Metal Type: .925 sterling silver

Material: --

Main Stone: Resin

Main Stone Measurement/Color:
Length: 7.35 mm
Width: 9.51 mm
Color: Opaque light blue-green hue with striations of white and deep brown veining

Accent Stone: --

Accent Stone Measurement/Color: --

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: Smoothed and polished cabochon

Item Measurements:
wearable length: 7"

Bracelet Type: Chain bracelet

Closure/Clasp Type: Spring ring clasp

Link Type: Fancy marquis links

Notable Features:
-Handmade during the Art Deco era in the Etruscan style
-Composed of .925 sterling silver
-The bracelet has four beautiful resin stones known as Greek turquoise in bezel settings
-The stones are linked to each other by oval-shaped links and beautiful rope swirl designs
-The chain is complete with a spring ring clasp for secure wear

Damage: Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the sterling silver gives this piece an antique quality which we believe is quite lovely. The silver can be polished using a polishing cloth if so desired.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Art Deco buy 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.

Etruscan Revival jewelry was first popularized during the early 1800s when an Etruscan tomb was discovered just outside of Rome. Upon its discovery, jewelers worked to imitate and understand the metalworking techniques with which the jewelry was made. Not only was Etruscan jewelry a luxurious addition to the Victorian styles of the day. But it introduced new ideas and decorations. These Etruscan tombs contained jewelry adorned with long and flowing geometric lines and motifs, mythological imagery and scenery, and celestial elements. The techniques of repoussé, filigree, and granulation are all attributed to the Etruscans.