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Antique French Art Nouveau medal pendant signed BECKER in gold-filled, double gold, and laminated gold, featuring a helmeted Marianne and mistletoe flowers on the reverse, by the firm FIX. Both sides display finely sculpted details. A very beautiful collector's piece. It is very rare in this excellent condition.
Marianne is a national allegorical figure, symbolic of the French Republic and its values, expressed in its motto: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity. Marianne holds a place of honor in town halls and official buildings of the French Republic, as well as at its public events.
Overall in very good condition. Jewelry shows signs of wear. Sold as is.
Period: Belle Époque (1871–1914) / Art Nouveau (1890–1905)
Material: Gold-filled, double gold, gold-plated, by FIX & signed BECKER
Total weight: 2.55 grams
Dimensions: Height with bail: 2.81 cm / 1.10 in; without bail or bail attachment: 2.0 cm / 0.78 in; Width: 1.93 cm / 0.76 in
Chains are not included.
A beautiful jewelry box or pouch is included. This item is not vintage or antique.
As the items for sale are antique, they may sometimes show imperfections, restorations, or signs of wear related to their age. Please carefully examine the photos to assess the condition. All photos are of the actual item; colors may differ slightly from the actual appearance due to lighting conditions.
Ref: 62B7JJFRF7