Antique Austro Hungarian Queen Pendant in Vermeil & Paste black enamel quartz crystal (redness from foil

quartz crystal (redness from foil underneath)

Blue Gemstones

Pate de Verre (molded glass paste)

writers and designers embraced nature and sought beauty in its imperfections

Antique Austro Hungarian Queen Pendant in Vermeil & Paste black enamel quartz crystal (redness from foilAustria Hungary was a constitutional monarchy that was created in 1867 and was dissolved in 1918. During this short period of time, many opulent, dramatic pieces of jewelry were produced. Close in proximity to Germany and Italy, Renaissance Revival style was a significant influence. Gothic, Biblical and Mythical themes were prevalent, as was the use of closely clustered jewels, both genuine and paste. This intriguing Austro Hungarian pendant is