Antique Vintage Deco Base Metal Jadeite Jade Fish Pendant String Necklace 4.2g

Description

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Listing Description by: Dayna M.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings
: Unmarked
, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 4.2 grams
Metal Type
: Base metal
Material
: Woven cord
Main Stone
: Jadeite j
ade
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Length:
5.97 mm
- 27.03 mm
Width:
5.29 mm - 13.04 mm
Color:
opaque light green hue with mottled darker green hues
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment
:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: Carved and polished fish and beads
Item Measurements
:
Wearable length:
17.5"
Pendant length:
1.06" (including bale)
Pendant width:
0.52"
Closure/Clasp Type:
Lobster clasp
Link Type:
Woven cord
Pendant Type
: Drop
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Deco era
Composed of base metal
The necklace features a beautifully carved jadeite jade stone, carved into the likeness of a fish tied securely to a woven cord.
The necklace is strung using a woven cord; four jadeite jade beads are strung with clear glass beads at either side. The beads have been double knotted to prevent damage and movement.
Completed with a lobster clasp for secure wear
When worn, the pendant dangles below the collarbone on most people
Damage:
Age appropriate wear.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Jade is one of the oldest and most important gemstones, with a history dating over 7,000 years. Nephrite is more common than jadeite and although it is slightly softer than jadeite, it is considered tougher due to its denser structure. Nephrite was derived from the Greek word for kidney because it was thought that it could cure kidney disease. Up until around 1863, Nephrite was believed to be the same as Jadeite. Nephrite can be distinguished from Jadeite from its lower level of translucency and luster. Traditional Chinese jade typically refers to nephrite since there are no actual jadeite deposits located in China. Nephrite jade was used mostly in pre-1800 China, and is rare to see today. Green nephrite is considered the most valuable nephrite, but translucent, white nephrite was considered the most valuable up until the introduction of fine Imperial jadeite jade during the 18th century.
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