We have similar German and Rococo items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. Listing Description by: Cait P. Age Circa: Art Nouveau C. Markings: “Wei-silber” on the back of the pendant. Country of Origin: Germany. Gram Weight: 15.7. Metal Type: Sterling Silver Plated over Base Metal Chain, German Silver Pendant. Material: Photo on Porcelain. Main Stone Carat Weight/Color. Accent Stone Carat Weight/Color. Item Measurements: The necklace has a wearable length of 26 and the chain measures 2.35 mm wide. The pendant measures 1.5″ in length and 1.4″ wide. Closure/Clasp Type: This necklace lacks a clasp and is meant to be worn over the head. Link Type: Curb Link Chain. Pendant Type: Drop Pendant. Handmade during the Art Nouveau era in the Rococo style. The necklace consists of a sterling silver plated chain with a German silver pendant. German silver is also known as nickel silver. The pendant features a piece of porcelain bearing the image of a young girl. Surrounding the porcelain photo is a German silver border made in the Rococo style. When worn, the necklace dangles down the chest with the pendant resting against the decolletage on most people. Damage: Age appropriate wear. This listing is for the item only. This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a common material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production. Of many products, including some jewelry. The late Baroque or Rococo period prevailed in the 18th century. The period was known for its substantial use of asymmetrical designs, curves, gold, and witty, whimsical themes. Both men and women at court wore sparkling gemstones set in gold during this period, as well as colorless glass pastes and pearls. Colored gems were often highly foiled behind them to enhance the depth of color. Jewelry was often created with naturalistic, floral designs. Rococo jewelry also featured embossed and engraved floral and feather designs on metal. Nickel Silver is a mixed purity of metal crafted to imitate silver, it actually does not include any silver, but also never tarnishes. This item is in the category “Jewelry & Watches\Vintage & Antique Jewelry\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “abeautifultimeco” and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Metal #2: German Silver
• Modified Item: No
• Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
• Style: Chain
• Material: Porcelain
• Metal: Sterling Silver Plated
• Jewelry Department: Fine