German Painted Rose Bouquet Locket Pendant - European Antique Jewelry Vintage Jewelry

A very rare antique German photo locket! ❤️😍 Its silvery-white material is called "German silver" (德銀), composed of copper, nickel, and zinc. Due to its hardness, it was highly suitable for crafting practical items like tableware, snuff boxes, powder compacts, and lockets. Locket pendants were popular from 1900–1930, spanning the late Victorian era, the Edwardian period, and the Art Nouveau to early Art Deco movements. They were more than mere ornaments; they were designed to hold cherished photographs, keepsakes like a lock of hair, pressed flowers, or tiny ribbons. They also served as meaningful gifts for engagements, weddings, or anniversaries. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, they were essential personal jewelry for European women and considered objects of deep emotional significance. This oval locket pendant is painted with a yellow rose and tied with a blue ribbon. The delicate flowers, leaves, and ribbon seem frozen in a small painting from a century ago. It was originally created to "cherish a loved one." The small box can hold a beloved memento (the seller's own locket contains her cat's fur). Though the original contents are gone, the rose from a hundred years ago still quietly blooms. . . 〖 German Alpaka 〗 Alpaka (also spelled Alpacca) is a silvery-white alloy widely used in Europe during the 19th century. In German-speaking regions, it's also known as Neusilber, composed of copper, nickel, and zinc. While not pure silver, its color resembles silver, it's durable, and easy to work with, making it ideal for tableware, boxes, and jewelry. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Germany was in the midst of the Jugendstil (Art Nouveau) era, where floral motifs, foliage, and natural forms were extensively incorporated into everyday objects and jewelry designs. Concurrently, industrial manufacturing and artisanal decoration evolved in parallel. Materials like Alpaka, which are well-suited for die-stamping, made exquisite decorative items accessible beyond the aristocracy. Origin: Germany Era: 1920s Material: Nickel silver alloy, enamel Dimensions: 3 x 4.8 cm Condition: Good, with normal signs of wear consistent with a century-old item. Markings: Material stamp Available in Taiwan. Domestic shipping via Chunghwa Post, or 7-11/FamilyMart store-to-store for an additional NT$60. 🌟Free shipping on orders over NT$3000🌟 ・ ・ Antique jewelry is no longer produced; their numbers dwindle daily, making them increasingly rare. This scarcity only enhances their uniqueness, transforming them into truly one-of-a-kind accessories. Vintage pieces are not new items. The marks of time lend them depth and rarity. Please refrain from scrutinizing them by the strict standards applied to brand-new products. We trust that within the stories held by these antique adornments, you will discover an unparalleled elegance and radiance.