Art Deco Original Horace Welch 14K Gold Double Floating Opal Drop Necklace c1930 John Hardy Bracelet 292435879339

292435879339

Total weight- 77

completely natural untreated and unheated

They are crafted of 18K yellow gold and set with natural rubies

Art Deco Original Horace Welch 14K Gold Double Floating Opal Drop Necklace c1930 John Hardy Bracelet 292435879339Horace Welch first patented the floating opal in 1922, he perfected the patent in 1929 when he applied again. The patent was approved by 1931. As this piece is marked PATS. PEND we can date the piece to the 1929 1931 period. Era: Art Deco c. 1929 1931 Hallmarks: 14K Pats. Pend. Composition: 14K Yellow Gold Primary Stone: Opal Chips Pendant Measurement: 25mm x 11mm Total length: 16" Necklace Weight: 7. 4 grams Necklace Condition: Excellent estate