Vintage gold-tone metal angel pendant, 1950s, retro engraved design

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Description

This antique gold-plated metal pendant features an irregular round shape and a patinated finish, typical of 1950s costume jewelry. On the visible side, an engraved motif depicting a stylized angel is highlighted in the center, surrounded by an embossed decoration of arches and schematic vegetal motifs. The naive engraving and deliberately simple details recall the retro aesthetic of post-war jewelry.

The surface of the pendant reveals an irregular texture, with marked reliefs highlighting the contours of the figure and the decoration. The object has a hole in the upper left part, intended for mounting on a chain or cord. The metal patina shows slight traces of oxidation and wear, reinforcing the vintage and authentic appearance of the piece.

The background is adorned with a repetitive engraved motif all around the edge, creating a visual frame around the angel. No markings, signatures, or manufacturer's indications are visible on the presented side. The dominant color is a matte gold, with darker shades in the hollows of the motif, accentuating the relief effect.

This pendant is a characteristic example of dead stock costume jewelry from the era, suitable for use as a necklace, long necklace, or good luck charm. The style evokes the popular iconography of the 1950s, with an angel motif often associated with protection or luck.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Shows signs of wear and a homogeneous patina, with no major chips or visible deformation on the photographed side. The suspension hole is intact.

Did you know? Angel-motif pendants were very popular in European costume jewelry of the 1950s, symbolizing benevolence and protection. Their production in gilded or patinated metal allowed for accessible jewelry, often distributed as dead stock after the closure of workshops or stores.

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