Antique Vintage Art Nouveau 925 Sterling Silver Abalone Shell Scarf Clip 2.9g

Description

We have similar Abalone and Art Nouveau items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Abalone" or "Nouveau" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Item Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910
Markings:
Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
2.9 grams
Metal Type:
.925 sterling silver abalone setting, base metal clip
Material:
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Main Stone:
Abalone shell
Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Length:
19.11 mm
Width
: 8.81 mm
Color:
opaque, iridescent purple, green, blue, yellow, and brown hues
Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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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:
Carved and polished cabochon
Item Measurements:
Length:
0.78"
Width:
0.36"
Collectible Type:
Scarf clip
Men's or Women's:
Unisex
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Nouveau era
Composed of .925 sterling silver and a base metal clip
The face of the clip features a beautiful abalone shell stone with iridescent purple, green, blue, yellow, and brown hues
A hinged base metal clip clasp completes the piece, allowing it to be worn on a variety of accessories, including a scarf, as it was designed to be worn
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. There is minor tarnish to the sterling silver, giving the piece an antique quality we believe is rather lovely. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.”  This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period.  This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of many products, including some jewelry.
Abalone shell is a type of mollusk shell that has a beautiful iridescent inner layer of nacre, much like mother of pearl. The inner shell of the abalone is an iridescent swirl of intense colors, ranging from deep cobalt blue and peacock green to purples and pinks. Each shell, therefore, has its own unique play of colors. Abalone shell has been found in jewelry from ancient Greece and Rome, and continues to enjoy popularity to this day.
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