Massive Belle Époque Antique French Paste Necklace Pin w Light Blue Glass Prism Center w Rhinestones - Huge Pendant Brooch Combination Piece

Massive antique French paste combination piece - pendant necklace with bonus pin brooch hardware:

~ Very rare fine example of high end Belle Époque costume jewelry

~ Huge pendant hangs from a integrated elaborate hinged bail

~ Features a large prong set light blue topaz faceted glass tear drop shaped prism like centerpiece. Queen's tear or water drop style

~ Full of charming period elements - such as scrolls, fern foliage accents, diamond shaped finial on the bottom point, and tassel side dangles

~ Covered with rhinestone paste stones

~ The back has pin back hardware to be able to wear this treasures as a brooch and an oversized bail to be able to slide on most any chain or cord of your liking to wear as a pendant on a necklace. You could also get creative and fasten to a velvet choker. Very versatile combination piece with endless styling options really

Ready and waiting for your neckline, lapel, wedding, special day, outfit, display, collection or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True antique / vintage jewelry item - estimating earliest 1900's in age. 1900 - 1915 - Belle Époque to Edwardian in era

MARKINGS: None that I could find

METAL / MATERIAL: Matte silver or soft gray toned spelter or pot type metal typical of these iconic French paste jewelry items

CLASP / CLOSURE: Spring ring clasp

MEASUREMENTS: Unassuming chain necklace measures 16" long - pendant is 3 1/2" long x 1 7/8" wide

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, &/or LORE: Belle Époque period was characterized by an air of optimism, peace, prosperity, and innovation. The jovial atmosphere clearly resonated in fashion and jewelry design. Artifacts of the time are delightfully flamboyant, but also elegant. Pieces are easily recognized by their sheer opulence and often contain floral, foliage, garland and swag elements

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): Add a touch of vintage elegance to your jewelry collection with this breathtaking blue teardrop shaped glass pendant necklace. This handmade antique piece features a combination of clear rhinestones and a blue prism stone, set in a matte silver toned metal. The necklace is 16 inches in length with a spring ring closure. This pendant necklace is perfect for any occasion, whether it be a special day, formal event, or everyday wear. The intricate design and combination of materials make it a rare and collectible piece. Don't miss out on the opportunity to add this regal statement piece to your jewelry collection.

CONDITION: Great pre-loved vintage or antique condition. The basic chain has darkened areas from age and use, mainly near the back. It very well may be a later addition anyway. Easy to switch out and customize with a chain of your choice. All stones are intact and all hardware in good working order. Please study all photos to ascertain a self-formed opinion of condition and gain additional item insight. In an excellent state of preservation.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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