Antique Vintage Art Nouveau Silver Plated Ivy Curling Leaf Cape Nurses Buckle

Description

We have similar Nurses' Buckle and Ivy items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Nurses" or "Ivy" under our Buy-It-Now items.
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:
17.4 Grams
Metal Type:
Sterling Silver Plated Buckles, Copper Loop and Hook
Material:
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Main Stone:
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Main Stone Measurements/Color:
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Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurements/Color:
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Stone Treatment:
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Stone Cuts:
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Item Measurements:
The two halves of the nurses' buckle measure 1.9" in width each and 3.6" together. The buckles are 1.5" long.
Collectible Type:
Nurses Buckle
Men's or Women's:
Unisex
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Nouveau era
This style of buckle was popularized by nurses, who wore them as part of their uniforms
The face of each buckle features designs of curling ivy leaves, which would have been very fashionable during this time period
Classic nurse buckle style -- each buckle is attached to the ends of a cape and then hooked together to keep the cape secure
One buckle has a loop on the back through which a hook on the other buckle is attached
Small loops on the back of each buckle to which a cape can be attached
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 many products, including some jewelry.
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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