Art Nouveau 18K Solid Gold Drapery Necklace c. 1900 sapphire_halo_ring The leverback system works well

The leverback system works well and closes securely

It features a unique hexagonal shape and has been preciously kept as it remains in excellent condition with only light chips to the glass frame

The bangle opens effortlessly with a discreet push catch

the top and bottom of the pendant were soldered together but have started to lightly come apart at the seam

The front features an oval frame of original pearls

Art Nouveau 18K Solid Gold Drapery Necklace c. 1900 sapphire_halo_ring The leverback system works wellThis whimsical antique 18k gold drapery necklace takes obvious influence from Art Nouveau architecture, which frequently featured arches. Inlaid into the arches are delicately wrought roses and stems, complete with meticulously crafted leaves. It's incredible to see the detailing on the roses as each tiny piece of gold has been sculpted to give a sense of realism. In Victorian language of flowers, roses represented different things according to their