{"product_id":"antique-french-niello-and-rose-gold-topped-silver-cycling-necklace-c-1880","title":"Antique Niello Silver Cycling Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAn unusual and striking antique French niello necklace, dating from around 1880. Originally an Albert chain for a pocket watch, today this piece would look fantastic worn around the neck, complete with a silver-plated cycling medallion, likely worn by a late 19th-century cycling enthusiast.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe necklace is crafted in solid .800 French silver, with a distinctive niello decoration; an ancient technique where blackened metal alloys are inlaid into engraved designs. This example showcases a bold striped niello pattern, creating a dramatic contrast with the silver and rose-gold-topped links.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe oversized spring clasp, figaro links, and cyclist medallion give this piece a unique character, making it a conversation starter. The pendant is marked ‘Depose,’ indicating a registered design, alongside an 'S\u0026amp;S' maker’s mark and an '800' silver stamp.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMeasuring 46 cm (18 inches) with an additional 6.5 cm drop for the pendant, the necklace has a solid weight of 32.43 grams. The cycling medallion measures 3 cm in diameter.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Excellent, with light wear consistent with age. A remarkable piece of French craftsmanship with a distinctively sporty twist.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48574871044404,"sku":"1017810050","price":1067.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4289-3.jpg?v=1746650126","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/de-ch\/products\/antique-french-niello-and-rose-gold-topped-silver-cycling-necklace-c-1880","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}