French Art Nouveau Silver Paste and Faux Pearl Winged Serpent Necklace feed-gender-unisex these elements catch and reflect

these elements catch and reflect the light in such a way that the ring appears to hold more diamonds than it does

A truly delightful and rare Cartier brooch in the form of a 18ct gold turtle with a lapis lazuli body and diamond eyes

often given as a token of affection or as a protective charm

The ring is finished with millegraining (beading the edge of metalwork)

while quietly reflecting the identity and interests of its owner

French Art Nouveau Silver Paste and Faux Pearl Winged Serpent Necklace feed-gender-unisex these elements catch and reflectAn extraordinary French Art Nouveau necklace dating from the turn of the twentieth century, formed as a winged serpent suspended from an elaborate silver paste necklet. Set throughout with sparkling white paste stones, accented with green and ruby red paste and centred by faux pearls, it is a remarkable survivor from one of the most imaginative periods in jewellery history. At the heart of the necklace hangs a fantastical winged serpent, a motif