French Art Nouveau Silver Gilt and Stone-mounted Buckle

Description:

French Art Nouveau Silver Gilt and Stone-mounted Buckle, late 19th/early 20th century, .800 fine, maker's mark GP, formed as two openwork lozenge-shaped pieces with interlocking hooks, each section cast with three pinecones on openwork pine needle ground, each inset to outside edge with four small faceted red stones, full lg. 5 3/4 in., approx. 2 troy oz.
Estimate $150-250

good, with minor wear to goldwash, and minor usage wear.