This festoon necklace from the French Romantic period of the 1850s is made of sterling silver and inlaid with marcasite and mother-of-pearl.
The work uses a sweet bow as the design theme, and the festoon design (Festoon) drapes like a curtain with a curved shape to present a rich structural layering. The overall shape is inlaid with iron-gray marcasite, and the multiple facets reflect a cold metallic luster under the light. It was a diamond substitute popular in Europe from the 18th to the 19th century.
The base with flexible lines and the carefully designed inlay position make the bow more natural and lively, showing the softness and three-dimensionality of the ribbon. The teardrop-shaped pendant features a beautifully patterned basket setting inlaid with pearlescent mother-of-pearl, which is both decorative and secure. The pure white color contrasts with the silver-grey marcasite, achieving a perfect balance between softness and luxury.
The piece is in good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear, a few worn-out marcasite surfaces, and multiple prints on the reverse and side edges that are no longer recognizable. This is a century-old antique jewelry and is not in brand new condition.
About Festoon Design:
The word festoon originally referred to a type of carved decoration used in architecture. This style was widely used in ancient Greece and Rome. It usually consisted of wreaths or garlands of flowers, leaves, and fruits, and was draped like ribbons or draperies on the exterior of buildings. The most basic definition when applied to jewelry design is a pendant decoration connected by two endpoints.
Origin: France
Year: 1850s
Material: Sterling Silver
Gemstone: Marcasite, Mother-of-Pearl
Size: Single chain length 21 cm, overall festoon shape 3x5 cm
Weight: 13.0g
Condition: Good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear, a few marcasite cuts worn, multiple stamps on the back and sides, no longer recognizable
Product number: NV263_2019
Purchase Notes:
Antique jewelry refers to jewelry that is "more than 100 years old". Jewelry that is less than 100 years old can only be called second-hand jewelry or modern jewelry.
All jewelry sold by Inlaid Antique Jewelry will be accompanied by a brand guarantee, detailing the age and material of the jewelry. If the product is not consistent with what is stated in the guarantee, it can be returned unconditionally.
Before each item is sold, the status of the item will be recorded in detail with video equipment to ensure that members are aware of whether the item has any defects or signs of use. Photos are part of the product description. Therefore, members should carefully evaluate whether they really want to buy before checking out. Once the checkout process is completed, due to the special nature of the products sold by this brand, it is difficult to return or exchange the products for any reason, including defects or depreciation. Therefore, members are requested to confirm again and again whether they really want to buy before checking out to avoid disputes.
Shipping method:
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan enjoy "free shipping when you purchase one accessory".
All shipments in Taiwan will be sent by "Registered Mail". If it is inconvenient for you to receive registered mail, please indicate convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart are both acceptable) on the order and provide the name or code of the store where you will pick up the goods.
All shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be delivered via SF Express.
The work uses a sweet bow as the design theme, and the festoon design (Festoon) drapes like a curtain with a curved shape to present a rich structural layering. The overall shape is inlaid with iron-gray marcasite, and the multiple facets reflect a cold metallic luster under the light. It was a diamond substitute popular in Europe from the 18th to the 19th century.
The base with flexible lines and the carefully designed inlay position make the bow more natural and lively, showing the softness and three-dimensionality of the ribbon. The teardrop-shaped pendant features a beautifully patterned basket setting inlaid with pearlescent mother-of-pearl, which is both decorative and secure. The pure white color contrasts with the silver-grey marcasite, achieving a perfect balance between softness and luxury.
The piece is in good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear, a few worn-out marcasite surfaces, and multiple prints on the reverse and side edges that are no longer recognizable. This is a century-old antique jewelry and is not in brand new condition.
About Festoon Design:
The word festoon originally referred to a type of carved decoration used in architecture. This style was widely used in ancient Greece and Rome. It usually consisted of wreaths or garlands of flowers, leaves, and fruits, and was draped like ribbons or draperies on the exterior of buildings. The most basic definition when applied to jewelry design is a pendant decoration connected by two endpoints.
Origin: France
Year: 1850s
Material: Sterling Silver
Gemstone: Marcasite, Mother-of-Pearl
Size: Single chain length 21 cm, overall festoon shape 3x5 cm
Weight: 13.0g
Condition: Good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear, a few marcasite cuts worn, multiple stamps on the back and sides, no longer recognizable
Product number: NV263_2019
Purchase Notes:
Antique jewelry refers to jewelry that is "more than 100 years old". Jewelry that is less than 100 years old can only be called second-hand jewelry or modern jewelry.
All jewelry sold by Inlaid Antique Jewelry will be accompanied by a brand guarantee, detailing the age and material of the jewelry. If the product is not consistent with what is stated in the guarantee, it can be returned unconditionally.
Before each item is sold, the status of the item will be recorded in detail with video equipment to ensure that members are aware of whether the item has any defects or signs of use. Photos are part of the product description. Therefore, members should carefully evaluate whether they really want to buy before checking out. Once the checkout process is completed, due to the special nature of the products sold by this brand, it is difficult to return or exchange the products for any reason, including defects or depreciation. Therefore, members are requested to confirm again and again whether they really want to buy before checking out to avoid disputes.
Shipping method:
Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan enjoy "free shipping when you purchase one accessory".
All shipments in Taiwan will be sent by "Registered Mail". If it is inconvenient for you to receive registered mail, please indicate convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart are both acceptable) on the order and provide the name or code of the store where you will pick up the goods.
All shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be delivered via SF Express.