1890s British late Victorian era sterling silver shield festoon necklace

This is a sterling silver necklace from the late Victorian era in England in the 1890s. The necklace takes the form of a festoon. The word festoon originally refers to a sculptural decoration used in architecture. This style was widely used in ancient Greece and Rome. It usually consisted of wreaths or garland-like strips of flowers, leaves, and fruits, and was presented on buildings in a curving way like a ribbon or drapery. Exterior. The basic definition in jewelry design is a pendant decoration connected by two end points. The design of the necklace is very special. It uses seven long chains that are symmetrical in pairs and arranged in a gorgeous drape arc. A total of three different chain types show a deep and rich visual effect. Some of the long chains can slide slightly to increase the drape. Flexible but not stiff. The herringbone endpoints on both sides and the shield structure in the center are carved with flower and grass patterns, injecting a delicate and soft atmosphere into the design with complex lines. Different patterns are engraved on both sides of the shield-shaped structure. One side has the theme of curly and plump fern leaves, and the other side has more varied flower and leaf patterns. Wearing it from different sides can show your own temperament. It is a unique and unique piece. A personalized item that can be changed as you wish. The work is in good condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear. It is a century-old antique and not in new condition. Origin: UK Year: 1890s Material: sterling silver Dimensions: chain length 42 cm, shield 2.5x2x.04 cm Weight: 33.0g Condition: The work is in good condition, with normal signs of oxidation and wear. It is a century-old antique and not in new condition. Purchase Notes: Antique jewelry means jewelry that is "more than a hundred years old". Jewelry that is less than a hundred years old can only be called second-hand jewelry or modern jewelry (vintage or second-hand jewelry). All jewelry sold with inlaid antique jewelry will be accompanied by a brand warranty, detailing the age, material, etc. of the jewelry. If the product and the warranty are untrue, we will return it unconditionally. Before each product is sold, camera equipment will be used to record the condition of the product in detail to ensure that members know whether the product has defects or traces of use. Photos are part of the product description. For this reason, members should carefully evaluate whether the product has any defects or signs of use before checking out. If you are indeed willing to purchase, once you complete the checkout process, the products sold by this brand are very special and cannot be returned or exchanged for any reason including defects or depreciation. Therefore, members are asked to double-check whether they are genuine before checking out. Willingness to purchase to avoid disputes. Shipping method: Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan enjoy "free shipping when you purchase one piece of jewelry." In Taiwan, all shipments are "post office registered". If it is not convenient to receive registered mail, please indicate on the order the supermarket to pick up the goods (7-11 or FamilyMart is acceptable), and provide the name or code of the pick-up store. All items in Hong Kong and Macau will be shipped by SF Express.