Antique Gold and Enamel Slavery Necklace
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Rare antique Slavery necklace in 18kt yellow gold (owl hallmark) decorated with three plates with floral motifs enhanced with enamel.
the three medallions are linked together by three chains.
Work of the 19th century, most likely French.
Gross weight: 4,60 g
Length: 36,00 cm
Height of the pendant: 2,00 cm
Condition: slight micro-scratches, shock, and oxidation on the gold parts, and slight lack of enamel, see photos.
The "slave" necklace appeared in the mid-18th century. It was offered by the fiancé to his fiancée.
There are different theories concerning the term "slavery": for some, it originated in the Savoyard and Genevan tradition with reference to the expression "to chain the wife"; for others, it is a term used to describe a person who is not a slave. is not related to the notion of deprivation of liberty but rather to the sentimental attachment that binds the spouses together; and finally, others say that the abundance of chains that make up this necklace is enough to justify the appellation.
We'll let you judge for yourself ;)!
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