Antique Art Nouveau Sterling 925 Silver Rococo Womens Cape Nurses Buckle | Vintage | 12.7 Grams | Handmade | 0.90" L | 1.95" W | cheapest Rare | Gift

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Item Description by: Cait P.

The Piece

Age Circa: Art Nouveau C. 1890 - 1910

Markings: Unmarked, Tested, and Guaranteed

Country of Origin: Unknown

Brand: Unknown

Gram Weight: 12.7 Grams

Metal Type: .925 Sterling Silver

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Item Measurements: The two halves of the nurses' buckle measure 1.95" in width each and 0.90" in length. The belt loops on the back of the buckles measure 0.75" across.

Collectible Type: Nurses Buckle

Men's or Women's: Unisex

Notable Features:

- Handmade during the Art Nouveau era in the Rococo style
- This style of buckle was popularized by nurses, who wore them as part of their uniforms
- The face of each buckle features curling leaf patterns which would have been very fashionable during this time period
- The backings on the buckles allow a cape to be threaded through the belt loops and tied or buttoned on to two round buttons on each buckle

Damage: Age appropriate wear.

*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*


The History

The Art Nouveau era, 1890-1910, was also called "La Belle Epoque" in French, which translates to "A Beautiful Time.” This was very true due to the gorgeous designs that came out of this period. This era focused on women, and the beauty of nature and the pieces were often large. Enamel was a standard material used in Art Nouveau jewelry as the period was more about the importance of the design over the materials used to create it. The Art Nouveau period happened before the start of the first World War, when mass manufacturing took over the production of cheapest many products, including some jewelry.

The late Baroque or Rococo period prevailed in the 18th century. The period was known for its substantial use of asymmetrical designs, curves, gold, and witty, whimsical themes. Both men and women at court wore sparkling gemstones set in gold during this period, as well as colorless glass pastes and pearls. Colored gems were often highly foiled behind them to enhance the depth of color. Jewelry was often created with naturalistic, floral designs. Rococo jewelry also featured embossed and engraved floral and feather designs on metal.

Nurses Buckles were used for both a buckle on the waist and more commonly used to hold in place the two ends of the traditional Nurse's Cape that was worn during the Art Nouveau era. The two halves would clip together in the center bringing together the ornate scene of the buckles.



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