Antique 18K Solid Gold French Box Snake Chain Necklace c. 1880 art_nouveau_necklace The top sleeper portion has

The top sleeper portion has hinges which are strong with good tension and alignment

The turquoise blue of the paste is an unusual and rare color which looks lovely set against the light shine of the clear cut paste

amethyst paste (glass)

A Belle Epoque inspired piece crafted in the second half of the 20th century it has all the charm of an antique with a more recent condition

The cigarette holder has been lost to time but the pendant could easily be used to store a special memento

Antique 18K Solid Gold French Box Snake Chain Necklace c. 1880 art_nouveau_necklace The top sleeper portion hasCrafted around 1880, this intricate Victorian snake chain has a unique boxy shape. It feels thick and heavy in hand with articulated moving pieces. It pairs perfectly with an antique locket, as show, or stands as a lovely every day wear piece on its own. CONDITION NOTES: The piece has been repaired in a few places, which shows as thicker, smooth gold areas visible in photos and in the video. The clasp is a replacement. Note that the length is shorter