Victorian Sterling Silver/Gold-Filled Niello Chain Necklace 16"
Niello is the art of ornamenting metal surfaces that is thought to have originated with the Egyptians and spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. It is enamel-like substance made alloys of sulfur, copper, silver and lead and used as an inlay on engraved metal.
This attractive chain from the Victorian (ca1880s) era is a wonderful example of the niello craft! Comprised of alternating sterling silver and gold-filled ellipse-shaped links, this necklace has an attractive mixed metals look. The surface of the sterling links feature niello-striping, and the necklace secures with a large spring ring clasp and watch swivel clasp. One of the links is stamped "800" and with a maker's mark which reads: "FCF". A lovely piece, this necklace would look lovely worn alone or layered with other complementary chains!
Measurements: The necklace has a total length of 16".
Condition: The overall condition of the chain is excellent. Besides normal surface wear, there is no apparent damage to the sterling silver or gold-filled links. All of the niello-detailing is intact, and both the spring ring clasp and watch swivel clasp are secure and in working order.
$895.00
Victorian Sterling Silver/Gold-Filled Niello Chain Necklace 16"—
$895.00
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Niello is the art of ornamenting metal surfaces that is thought to have originated with the Egyptians and spread throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. It is enamel-like substance made alloys of sulfur, copper, silver and lead and used as an inlay on engraved metal.
This attractive chain from the Victorian (ca1880s) era is a wonderful example of the niello craft! Comprised of alternating sterling silver and gold-filled ellipse-shaped links, this necklace has an attractive mixed metals look. The surface of the sterling links feature niello-striping, and the necklace secures with a large spring ring clasp and watch swivel clasp. One of the links is stamped "800" and with a maker's mark which reads: "FCF". A lovely piece, this necklace would look lovely worn alone or layered with other complementary chains!
Measurements: The necklace has a total length of 16".
Condition: The overall condition of the chain is excellent. Besides normal surface wear, there is no apparent damage to the sterling silver or gold-filled links. All of the niello-detailing is intact, and both the spring ring clasp and watch swivel clasp are secure and in working order.
