Antique Chain Necklace Sautoir 18k Gold Victorian Nouveau French Long (6573)

Antique Victorian Art Nouveau long chain necklace sautoir. 18k gold. Made in France late 19th - early 20th century. 

 

Measurements: Approximately 61inches (154cm) long. Weighs 21.1 grams.

 

Description : Versatile long chain necklace that can be wound around the neck more than once, at varying lengths depending on your taste and needs. The chain is made of a variety of links in patterns: simple oval, long ovals with inner circles and scrolling floral links. The whole is very fine and looks beautiful worn over any outfit, completing the look with understated elegance. This is a particularly lovely example of late Victorian / Art Nouveau jewelry as fashionable today as it was 130 years ago.

 

The large jump loop commonly attached to these sautoirs, probably held a fob or charm of some sort. It is not used to open the necklace.

 

Marks: French hallmarks including eagle head for 18k gold near large jump loop.

 

Condition: Very good with no damage of any sort found. Please see enlarged pictures and don't hesitate to ask questions which we will do our best to answer.