PANSY Rectangle Clasp XL French Traditional Antique Cable Rolo Chain Enamel 18k GOLD Solid Victorian Choker Necklace Pendant Holder

ABOUT:

French regional antique jewelry is so special, and this is a textbook French Victorian piece with wonderful extra large reversible clasp. The decorative element does indeed beautifully serve as the clasp, but they are very often worn to the front or side to where they appear more as a pendant. From the 1800s very early Victorian era, these pieces are becoming more and more scarce, as these folk traditional pieces fell out of use in the early 1900s. Dainty link - so pretty.

This clasp has colorful enamel designs on both sides, a pansy on one side and a flower basket on the other. It has colors of light and dark blue, white and green enamel amidst the warm, rich antique 18k gold.

Adding to the charm of the piece, the pansy flower was used in Victorian times as a symbol of remembrance. The name "pansy" is derived from the French word pensée, "thought". It universally meant "think of me," so it was likely given as a very thoughtful or romantic gift. This is a great one to layer due to its shorter length.

Found in France, with their hallmark for 18k gold on the clasp and the insert.

Antique boxes / items in displays in photos are not included. Please note the measurements as I have small hands and it is difficult to determine scale from the pictures.

MEASUREMENTS:
It weighs 4g. It is about 14 3/8 inches in length stretched end to end. The clasp pendant is about 28x19mm. Chain has a 1.6mm gauge.

IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:

There is one weld to the chain due to age. One link has a notch in it but this is seen more under magnification. It is still stable but of course due to age and the dainty link, we don't recommend 24/7 on these 150 year old antique gold pieces.

Some wear to the enamel with loss but certainly very legible, especially the flowers The clasp functions well and is sturdy and secure. It has a slight and gradual impression at the center where one side bows out a bit more and the other slopes in slightly but it is gradual and not any sharp or deep pin dings. Uniform surface wear from age but fantastic to wear alone or layer.

Please note that all my pieces are pre-owned and in estate condition. They will have patina, surface wear, a few small nicks. These pieces may also have evidence of a sizing, some build up around the stones and / or inclusions seen under magnification, typical for antique pieces. I have mentioned any noticeable issues above and they are all still wearable and eager to be loved and accepted for many years to come, (the preservation of antique jewelry, even those with signs of their age and history, is important to me. : )
But - Please note due to age, this piece is not in mint condition. Pictures also serve as part of the description and condition report so please utilize the zoom feature which will magnify any wear significantly more than what is visible to the eye while wearing : )

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