1900s French Art Nouveau Floral Link Gold-Plated Short Necklace

This is a short necklace from the Art Nouveau period in France, dating back to the 1900s. It measures 40 cm in length and is crafted entirely from gold plating. Gold plating signifies a thick layer of gold applied to a stainless steel base under high pressure. This technique ensures greater longevity and resistance to fading compared to contemporary gold-plated items. The necklace's enduring gleam after a century serves as a testament to its exceptional quality. The chain features a flat, wide link design, interspersed with five plump, round floral motifs. Each flower's center is a convex, polished dome, while the symmetrically arranged petals bear subtle decorative patterns. This simple yet elegant design delicately captures the floral essence of spring, reflecting the Art Nouveau era's fondness for nature-inspired themes. The central flower is slightly larger, creating a focal point and allowing the necklace to drape beautifully when worn, making it easy to complement any outfit. Beyond being worn alone, it can also be paired with a favorite small pendant, as demonstrated in the photos, to create a unique look by combining floral aesthetics with miniature charms. This piece is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear consistent with a century-old item. It is not a new piece. Origin: France Year: 1900s Material: Gold Plated Dimensions: Chain length 40.5 cm, Flower size 0.4-0.6 cm Condition: Good antique condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear. Purchasing Information: Antique jewelry is defined as jewelry that is "over a hundred years old." Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All antique jewelry sold by Icing Cheng will be accompanied by a brand certificate of authenticity detailing the item's era, materials, and other specifications. We offer a full refund if the product does not match the certificate. Each item's condition is meticulously documented with photographic equipment before sale to ensure members are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of use. These photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, members are requested to carefully consider their purchase intent before completing the checkout process. Once payment is finalized, due to the unique nature of the items sold by our brand, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor flaws or signs of age. We kindly ask members to reconfirm their purchase intentions thoroughly before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy free shipping on any single jewelry purchase to Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All orders within Taiwan will be sent via registered post by Chunghwa Post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify 'convenience store pickup' (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order and provide the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.