A beautiful Art Nouveau necklace crafted in 18kt yellow gold, set with natural opals and rubies, enhanced with delicate enamel decoration. This piece reflects the fluid, organic style of the Art Nouveau period. The pendant suspends from a fine gold chain and is centred with a larger oval opal, framed by smaller round and oval opals, accented with rubies and detailed enamel work. The design captures the elegance and artistry of early 20th-century craftsmanship, combining vivid colour play of opals with the subtle warmth of enamel and gold.
Dimensions
Total weight: 10 g
Necklace length: 40.5 cm
Pendant size: 6.7 × 3.2 cm
Specifications
Period: Art Nouveau, c.1910
Origin: United Kingdom
Metal: 18kt yellow gold
Gemstones
Opals
Cuts: Round & oval
Quantity: 7 stones
Main oval opal: 1.25 ct.
Other opals: 0.75 ct & 0.50 ct.
Approx. total weight: 4.50 ct.
Treatment: Natural
Rubies
Quantity: Not specified
Cut: Round faceted
Use: Accents within enamel decoration
Condition Report
Pre-owned; minor wear consistent with age. No damage to stones or enamel. Overall in great condition.
A beautiful Art Nouveau necklace crafted in 18kt yellow gold, set with natural opals and rubies, enhanced with delicate enamel decoration. This piece reflects the fluid, organic style of the Art Nouveau period. The pendant suspends from a fine gold chain and is centred with a larger oval opal, framed by smaller round and oval opals, accented with rubies and detailed enamel work. The design captures the elegance and artistry of early 20th-century craftsmanship, combining vivid colour play of opals with the subtle warmth of enamel and gold.
Dimensions
Total weight: 10 g
Necklace length: 40.5 cm
Pendant size: 6.7 × 3.2 cm
Specifications
Period: Art Nouveau, c.1910
Origin: United Kingdom
Metal: 18kt yellow gold
Gemstones
Opals
Cuts: Round & oval
Quantity: 7 stones
Main oval opal: 1.25 ct.
Other opals: 0.75 ct & 0.50 ct.
Approx. total weight: 4.50 ct.
Treatment: Natural
Rubies
Quantity: Not specified
Cut: Round faceted
Use: Accents within enamel decoration
Condition Report
Pre-owned; minor wear consistent with age. No damage to stones or enamel. Overall in great condition.
