Art Deco Melon-Cut Blue Glass Necklace feed-condition-used and the ruby

and the ruby

It is fully hallmarked and was made in 1942 during World War II when gold was limited

Stick pins were an essential part of a gentleman's wardrobe during the Victorian era

Pearl necklaces have never gone out of fashion

pairing the geometric sparkle of diamonds and rubies with the soft lustre of a pearl

Art Deco Melon-Cut Blue Glass Necklace feed-condition-used and the rubyA striking Art Deco necklace composed of vivid melon cut blue glass beads. A style closely associated with Louis Rousselet, one of Pariss finest glass bead makers. These ribbed melon beads became iconic in French jewellery of the 1920s30s and were later embraced by early Chanel, whose ateliers often sourced from makers like Rousselet. The rich blue beads are spaced with tiny faceted clear glass for sparkle and movement, all finished with a silver