Antique Vintage Art Deco Sterling Silver Moonstone Riviere Chain Bracelet 20.1g
We have similar Moonstone and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. Listing Description by: Angela A. Main Stone Measurements/Color. Width : 7.6 mm. Color: semi-translucent milky white hue with iridescent blue and violet hues. Accent Stone Measurements/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 : Oval cabochon. Wearable length: 7.38. Chain width: 0.24″ & 0.46″. Link Type : Fancy moonstone link chain. Handmade during the Art Deco era. Features a chain with fancy oval links, each adorned with a moonstone in the riviere style. These gorgeous moonstones display a beautiful blue and violet iridescence. Completed with a toggle clasp for secure wear. Damage : Age appropriate wear. There is tarnish present in some areas on the sterling silver, which gives the bracelet a lovely antique quality. 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. During the Art Deco and Art Nouveau eras, moonstone jewelry was popularized by designers such as Tiffany and René Lalique. The Romans believed that moonstones were created by the gods from solidified rays of the moon due to the opalescent hue that it gives off that reminds the viewer of the moon peering through a thin layer of clouds. Riviere is a style where individually mounted gemstones and glass stones, are attached in rows or strands, creating a continuous and elegant design. Stones are often faceted and set in open back settings, allowing light to reflect throughout the stones. Riviere means “river” in French, and refers to the flowing style of this design, much like that of a river. This style gained popularity during the Georgian era and is still very fashionable today. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Bracelets & Charms”. The seller is “abeautifultimeco” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Country of Origin: Unknown
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Unknown
- Style: Chain, Tennis
- Theme: Flowers & Plants
- Modified Item: No
- Type: Bracelet
- Antique: Yes
- Main Stone Color: Orange
- Vintage: Yes
- Jewelry Department: Fine
- Metal Purity: .925
- Closure: Toggle
- Main Stone: Moonstone
- Brand: Unbranded
- Metal: Sterling Silver
- Era: Art Deco (1915-1935)