Adela French Medal Personalized Charm

Inspiration Behind the Adela French Medal Personalized Charm

This Art Nouveau inspired French medal charm captures effortless elegance with a vintage soul. Flowing folds and ornate Art Nouveau styling frame this  silver small-sized medallion, striking that perfect balance of undone ease and decadent detail. Finished with a lightly antiqued patina, it’s a timeless piece that feels both romantic and modern.

Highlights, Measurements & Materials

• Included: One personalized medal charm. Chain sold separately.

• Charm Measurement excluding ¼” bail: 5/8"

• Charm Metal: .935 Silver
  

• Finish: Lightly Antiqued

• Design: This piece has a different design on the front and the back.

• Hallmark: TSD

• Sustainability: Made of repurposed silver.

• Handcrafted in San Diego, California

 Styling Tips and Layering Ideas for the Silver Adela Art Nouveau French Medal Charm

• Everyday Cool: Wear it solo on a silver chain with denim and a tee for laid-back sophistication.

• Layered Luxe: Pair with gemstone strands or delicate silver chains for an artful, collected stack.

• Mixed Metals: Style with warm gold chains or charms for a modern twist on vintage.

• Romantic Edge: Add pearls or moonstone accents to highlight its Art Nouveau curves.

• Evening Shift: Dress it up with a fine diamond chain or velvet ribbon for night-out elegance.

Artful, soulful, and versatile, Adela is made to move with you—from everyday ease to elevated moments. 

What is Art Nouveau Jewelry?

Art Nouveau jewelry (c. 1890–1910) was a design movement that broke away from rigid, classical styles and embraced flowing, organic forms. The name means “new art,” and it’s defined by naturalistic motifs—curving lines, florals, vines, insects, birds, and the female form—often rendered in enamel, silver, and semiprecious stones. It favored artistry and emotion over symmetry and diamonds, creating jewelry that felt imaginative and alive.

A Quick History

• Origins: Art Nouveau began in France and Belgium, fueled by a desire to blend fine art with everyday life. Parisian jewelers like René Lalique, Georges Fouquet, and Henri Vever pioneered the style.

• Design Philosophy: Instead of repeating traditional gemstone hierarchies, Art Nouveau emphasized craftsmanship and design. Enamel, opals, moonstones, and glass were celebrated alongside precious metals.

• Symbolism: Motifs often symbolized transformation, femininity, and the power of nature—dragons, peacocks, orchids, butterflies, and flowing-haired women became icons of the era.

• Legacy: Though the movement was short-lived, it revolutionized jewelry design, paving the way for Art Deco in the 1920s. Today, Art Nouveau pieces are highly collectible and still inspire modern jewelers who want to capture that mix of fluidity, romance, and natural beauty.

Three Sisters Jewelry Brand Vision

Jewelry that aims to mirror the complexity of individuality and the concept of timelessness is the essence of the TSJ design aesthetic. Hand-rendered in precious metals and stones, our designs radiate an effortlessly chic, free-spirited style. Our personalized pieces are reflections of each wearer’s unique personal story, and can be layered and added to as memories are made and passions discovered. 

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Handcrafted by Three Sisters Jewelry in San Diego, California - As each piece is cast, finished and engraved to order, your piece will ship within 10 business days (not inclusive of shipping time).