Delicate Gold Pendant with Natural Pearls & Diamonds, British, c. 1900

“As is well known, pearls are today the magic word that makes the heart of every sophisticated woman beat faster, and to an ever-increasing degree, pearls are pushing the fiery red rubies, the sparkling emeralds, and even the dazzling diamonds into the background. […]” (Deutsche Goldschmiede-Zeitung, No. 45, 1910, p. 399). What the authors of the Deutsche Goldschmiede-Zeitung correctly observed also applied to England, where, at the turn of the 20th century, countless pieces of jewellery were created that were entirely set with pearls. Brooches, earrings, necklaces, rings—all were set with pearls and were thus not only suitable for daytime wear but also exceptionally easy to coordinate. A typical piece of jewellery from that era is this pendant in the form of an arrangement of blossoms, tendrils, and small leaves. The piece of jewellery is crafted from 9-karat gold. The leaves and flowers are set with natural pearls, and the centers of each flower feature a beautiful vintage diamond in a silver setting. The result is a warm, radiant floral tribute that still brings a smile to one’s face today. We discovered the pendant in London. The chain was made more recently in Germany.

Estimate:$1,326.68

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