Antique Art Nouveau Silver Mistletoe Pendant Rattle, c. 1900

A rare and charming Art Nouveau silver pendant, originally designed as a rattle charm, beautifully decorated with entwined mistletoe leaves and berries - a timeless symbol of love, renewal, and protection.

The pendant is crafted in solid silver with exquisite high-relief detailing and softly aged patina. Inside, it contains a small internal rattle element that produces a gentle sound when moved — a delightful feature typical of late 19th–early 20th century keepsake jewellery. This piece would have likely been given as a sentimental token, perhaps for a christening or as a symbol of affection, later repurposed as a pendant. Stamped with a French hallmark.

Details:
• Period: Art Nouveau, circa 1900
• Origin: France
• Material: Silver
• Motif: Mistletoe — symbol of love, renewal, and protection
• Function: Originally a rattle charm; now worn as a pendant
• Condition: Good antique condition; age wear and a small split at the bottom edge, stable and unobtrusive, some small dings
• Dimensions: Approx. 3,9 cm in diameter