{"product_id":"austro-hungarian-renaissance-revival-gold-gilt-silver-amethyst-mermaid-necklace","title":"Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Gold Gilt Silver Amethyst Mermaid Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAn Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival mermaid pendant necklace dating from the late 19th century, a period known for its elaborate and historically-inspired jewellery designs that often referenced the art and motifs of the Renaissance.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eConstructed of gilded silver, a technique used to create the look of fine gold jewellery which was popular in Vienna and Budapest during the Revival movement.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIts central element features a mermaid\/siren or sea nymph, a classic motif from Renaissance ornamentation, which is surrounded by prominent, richly coloured, faceted amethyst gemstones and mother of pearl pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe chain itself is equally detailed, composed of numerous intricate, repeating links which flaunt more amethysts and mother of pearl pieces, as well as openwork scroll links.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe reverse of the metalwork reveals further ornate craftsmanship, demonstrating the intricate fabrication work and the filigree-like quality of the overall design and contributing to the substantial but delicate appearance characteristic of this Revivalist style.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIn great condition with all stones intact and gilding mostly present and vivid. There is some slight oxidization.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eChain length: 40 cm - Pendant drop: 9 cm - Pendant diameter: 3.5 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHallmarked with 'V N' or 'N A' monogram in triangle - possibly for Victor Nuber.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eContaining 54 nicely cut amethysts of varying colour and 50 mother of pearl pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; \"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tommy's Treasure","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67857205493988,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0653\/4856\/7268\/files\/57_9ef10a7c-2d33-414a-a558-b92b784f8de1.png?v=1792929394","url":"https:\/\/www.tommystreasure.com\/no\/products\/austro-hungarian-renaissance-revival-gold-gilt-silver-amethyst-mermaid-necklace","provider":"Tommy's Treasure","version":"1.0","type":"link"}