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Rare Vintage 1890-1915 Celluloid Faux Tortoise Triple Cameo Festoon Necklace – 24.25 grams.Item Specifics:
Jewelry Department:
Antique & Period JewelryStyle: Festoon / Triptych Multi-Drop
Material: Early Celluloid & Brass
Theme: Late Victorian / Edwardian / PortraitPendant/Locket
Type: CameoEra / Period: Late Victorian to Edwardian (1890–1915)
Weight: 24.25 grams (Verified on digital scale)
Main Color: Translucent Honey Amber & Charcoal BlackFull Description:
COLLECTOR\'S NOTE: A spectacular find for serious historians of early wearable art. While single-pendant Victorian celluloid items are occasionally found, a fully intact, three-panel triptych festoon necklace from the turn of the century is an extreme rarity.
Finding one that is on this stunning shape for a 130 year old piece is virtually impossible to find with the delicate openwork frames makes this an investment-grade acquisition.Up for sale is a museum-quality piece of turn-of-the-century jewelry history.
This authentic antique festoon necklace dates from the late Victorian to early Edwardian era (circa 1890–1915) and features a masterfully preserved three-panel storytelling layout.
The central openwork frame showcases a beautifully molded black cameo profile of an elegant woman.
It is symmetrically flanked by two mirrored side panels depicting smaller matching women\'s portraits, creating a striking triptych drape design.
A uniquely textured drop charm anchors the lowest point of the piece.
The cameos are seamlessly integrated into a period-correct geometric brass chain featuring classic trombone/watch-fob bar links and bezel-set green decorative stones.
Dimensions & Measurements:
Total End-to-End Length: 12.5 inches (Authentic period petite collar/choker fit)
Front Panel Span: 4.5 inches wide across the front cameosCenter Focal Drop: 3 inches from the top chain to the bottom charm
Total Weight: 24.25 grams (Ultra-lightweight, verified antique celluloid)
Fit Note: This piece is a classic high-sitting choker length, typical of the era. A simple chain extender can easily be added to the rear spring ring clasp if a lower or looser fit is desired.
Condition Details:
Excellent antique condition showing beautiful historical preservation.The delicate openwork celluloid frames looks entirely intact -minimum wear..(it seems like this item may have been worn a few times and put away in a box for over 100 years )
Note on Stones: some of them of the bezel-set green stone links display fine, authentic age-crazing.
This fine network of lines beautifully validates the necklace\'s antique provenance and is purely cosmetic.
All cameos remain firmly set in their original historical positions. (unknown if any modifications has been done to this item at this time.) I am not an expert, but it doesn’t look like any modifications has taken place..
Comes beautifully presented inside the included vintage embossed burgundy Pioneer presentation case( I am sure this is not the original box This item came in) It’s not a necklace presentation box..
Please review all high-resolution photos carefully for exact visual details and measurements. Ships fully tracked and carefully packed inside a sturdy outer shipping box to ensure safe arrival.
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