Item Specifics

Type: Necklace

Style: Sautoir / Opera Chain / Flapper Necklace

Era: Art Deco / 1920s–1930s style

Material: Brass, Gilt Base Metal

Stone/Accent: Amethyst Purple Glass Beads (Round, Translucent)

Link Design: Openwork Filigree Lantern Beads, Marquis/Ovoid Filigree Beads, and Embossed Bar Links

Length: Approx. 31–32 inches total length (measured doubled at roughly 15.5–16 inches on the tape)

Weight: 58.01 grams

Clasp: Continuous loop style (no clasp, slips over the head)

Conditions

Overall Condition: Very Good antique/vintage condition.

Metalwork: The brass/gilt metal exhibits a rich, deep aged patina consistent with its era. The intricate openwork filigree details remain highly defined. As noted, a few of the soft brass hollow filigree lantern boxes show minor, localized distortion or light flattening from age and handling, but these do not detract from the structural integrity or the overall ornate aesthetic of the piece.

Beads & Connections: The amethyst glass elements are securely wired and free of major chips or fractures, showing beautiful clarity when caught by the light. All original jump rings and stamped bar links are intact and securely articulated.

This exquisite flapper-era sautoir opera chain exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship of the early 20th century. Designed to be worn long or doubled up, the necklace features a rhythmic, alternating sequence of geometric openwork components. It combines squared lantern-style filigree cages, elongated marquis-shaped filigree elements, and stylized embossed bar connectors that lend a distinct Art Deco architectural structure to the piece. Interspersed throughout the chain are vibrant, deep amethyst purple glass beads that offer a stunning contrast to the warm, aged patina of the brass. The continuous, clasp-less design is typical of high-quality early 20th-century costume chains, making it a highly wearable and collectible accent piece for vintage jewelry connoisseurs. Please review pictures