Antique Vintage Deco 925 Sterling Silver Iridescent Blue Moonstone Scarf Clip

Description

We have similar Moonstone and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Moonstone" or "Deco" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Item Description by: Cait P.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:
"Sterling" on the back of the clip, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
4.3 grams
Metal Type:
.925 sterling silver
Material:
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Main Stone:
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Main Stone Measurements/Color:
Length:
5.1 mm
Width:
6.2 mm
Color:
semi-translucent and iridescent blue hue
Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts:
Carved and polished cabochon
Item Measurements:
Length:
0.25"
Width:
1.25"
Collectible Type:
Scarf clip
Men's or Women's:
Unisex
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Deco era
Composed of .925 sterling silver
Features a beautiful, iridescent moonstone which is blue in hue
Completed with a clip backing, allowing the piece to be worn on a variety of accessories, including scarves
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the sterling silver gives this piece an antique quality which we believe is quite lovely.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
During the Art Deco and Art Nouveau eras, moonstone jewelry was popularized by designers such as Tiffany and René Lalique. The Romans believed that moonstones were created by the gods from solidified rays of the moon due to the opalescent hue that it gives off that reminds the viewer of the moon peering through a thin layer of clouds.
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