French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver
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French 1890 Grand Tour Neoclassic Medallion Pendant Brooch in Solid Sterling Silver

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French grand tour Neoclassical silver pendant-brooch.

Beautiful piece created in Paris France back in the 1890, with Neoclassical patterns depicting the helmeted portrait of an ancient hero. This pendant brooch has been crafted in solid .925/.999 sterling silver and fitted with a hinged pin bar with a mechanical lock.

Weight: 26.6 Grams.

Measurements:  55 mm by 36 mm  (2.17 x 1.42 Inches).

Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark and the Sterling silver assay.

History Behind This Piece.

History: Between the 1860 and 1890, ancient cities were discovered, such as Troy, Pompeii and Alexandria. Archaeological excavations in Egypt, Greece and Rome, discovered artistic pieces of these ancient cultures. These fabulous discoveries, stimulated cultural trips to these countries, popularly called "grand tour". Being the case that the enthusiast visitors bring back small objects, like souvenirs to be assembled into jewelry.

The starting point of these trips were in the cities of Rome and Venice. this is why the craftsman's of these cities created small and interesting objects with ancient characteristics like this bracelet.

Revival jewelry: The styles from the renaissance and middle ages, begun in the 1850’s, The Renaissance and Egyptian revivals were joined by a classical revival of Greek and Etruscan styles to conform a new aesthetic. As a result of the construction work on the Suez canal in the mid-1860’s and the Egyptian excavations of Auguste Mariette and the resultant exhibit of Egyptian treasures at the exposition Universelle in 1867, a fascination for all things Egyptian and ancient cultures developed.

Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.

ConditionThe overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the sterling silver. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: P0000MENK/1115


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