Belonging to my neighbor's grandmother, this ANTIQUE "Art Nouveau 10K Gold Diamond Lavaliere Love Pendant 14K Italian Gold Chain Necklace" was given to her as a gift on her First Wedding Anniversary in 1921 and she wore it on special occasions until her death in 1991 when it passed to my neighbor; I believe the Original Chain was replaced with the current 14K Gold Chain.  In poor health, my neighbor is moving to an assisted living facility and as she has NO children, she has asked me to sell this LOVELY family heirloom.  Well cared for, it has an AGE Appropriate Patina and is in EXCELLENT Condition with NO marks, stains, odors, kinks, missing stones or other damage; it comes from a smoke-free, pet-free home.  The Gold Chain has a length of approximately 16 inches and closes securely with a smooth working, spring ring closure; it is Marked "14K" "Made In Italy" and "585" which is an Italian Marking for 14 Karat Gold.  The Diamond Pendant has a drop of approximately 1 5/8th inches and measures approximately 3/8ths of an inch wide; it is Marked "10K".  



ENCHANTING in its execution, this GRACEFUL Lavaliere Pendant was masterfully handcrafted in 10K Gold with a raised, 6-prong set Diamond flower setting in the center of the Tear Drop shaped Pendant.  Sure to DELIGHT, the EXQUISITELY crafted 10K Gold setting is delicate with an etched design around the surface and a raised center flower holding a 6-Prong Set Diamond.  This LOVELY Lavaliere Pendant is the essence of ROMANCE and is sure to be appreciated every time it is worn.  Elegantly designed, this romantic Pendant Necklace is TIMELESS.  With EXQUISITE detailing, the pendant has a GORGEOUS raised flower in the center of the Tear Drop Shaped design and the cushion cut diamond set within the flower adds a wonderful touch of femininity to this piece.  The design is quite DARLING, PETITE and DAINTY.  Lavalieres were given as a symbol of love, from a suitor to his lady love, once upon a time. This late early-1920's example features a linear, graceful, geometric, Art Nouveau design that is DELICATE and full of movement.   



Weight - approximately 2 grams