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Mid 20th Century Silver & White Enamel Sail Necklace by Aksel Holmsen

362S
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Written by Olly Gerrish

A well designed gilded silver necklace that is composed of five sails in white translucent enamel with lines beneath. It was made by Aksel Holmsen. After training with David-Andersen, Holmsen established his own workshop in 1904. His business produced high quality pieces of jewellery and this necklace is no exception. It was made circa 1940-1950.

The Essentials

Item Number:
362S
Materials:
Measurements:
Length 44.5cm
Each enamel link 2.5cm by 8mm
Era & Origin:
Provenance:
Norwegian
Discovered:
3 years ago

Hallmarks

Norway Sterling
Marks for Aksel Holmsen
Millesimal Fineness:
  • Silver

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