Question:
I believe it to be 80- 100 years old. Made by "Style Metal Spec. NY.
Any ideas what this would be called?
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/42...19necklace.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/42...9necklace2.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/42...9necklace6.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/42...9necklace7.jpg
I appreciate any help....
thanks
bill
Answer:
WoW!!!
I've never seen anything like that one. I will see what I can find for you.
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thanks! this may be a nice one.
The only metal that attracts itself to a magnet is the pin that the neckline catch has. The 2 small "purses" have a hole in the bottom of each. They are hollow. Each link is gold soldered together.
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http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/4...719necklace1.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/4...719necklace3.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/4...719necklace4.jpg
http://images.auctionworks.com/hi/4...719necklace5.jpg
it has a Fleur De Lis....Edwardian?
Answer:
I think it's a chatelaine.
(clasp or chain worn at the waist for holding keys, a purse, or a watch)
I've seen sewing chatelaines, with scissors, pincushion, needle case etc.
Maybe on yours, the big chain goes around the waist & not the neck.
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The style is Art Deco.
All I have found on the company is c. 1930-1940's and they were known for their unusual designs.
I'm still looking.
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I looked at that but could not make it where the mans head was right. It was always upside down. I thought a watch hook...or maybe even a shoulder decoration. That did not make sense either.
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oh....and the Fleur De Lis Must be right side up. Right?
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chatelaine.. i do see what you are saying. I see no use for these 2 little Dangles...they do not open.
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Sorry Bill...dunno... I see what your saying about the head being upside down..hmmmm..