Victorian Turquoise, Pearl, and Rock Crystal Pendant Necklace

£1,950.00

A striking mid-Victorian rock crystal orb pendant, circa 1870, showcasing a distinctive cross motif set with vivid turquoise cabochons and seed pearls. The domed rock crystal double cabochon encases the decorative openwork inner panel, composed of gold latticework adorned with 17 turquoise cabochons and 11 seed pearls (one deficient), further accented by 3 larger pearls set at cardinal points. The piece is mounted in a gold frame with projecting cabochon turquoise terminals, suspended from a twisted rope-link gold chain. The pendant is finely crafted in 18kt yellow gold, while the accompanying chain tests as 9kt yellow gold.

A striking mid-Victorian rock crystal orb pendant, circa 1870, showcasing a distinctive cross motif set with vivid turquoise cabochons and seed pearls. The domed rock crystal double cabochon encases the decorative openwork inner panel, composed of gold latticework adorned with 17 turquoise cabochons and 11 seed pearls (one deficient), further accented by 3 larger pearls set at cardinal points. The piece is mounted in a gold frame with projecting cabochon turquoise terminals, suspended from a twisted rope-link gold chain. The pendant is finely crafted in 18kt yellow gold, while the accompanying chain tests as 9kt yellow gold.

  • A striking mid-Victorian rock crystal orb pendant, circa 1870, showcasing a distinctive cross motif set with vivid turquoise cabochons and seed pearls. The domed rock crystal double cabochon encases the decorative openwork inner panel, composed of gold latticework adorned with 17 turquoise cabochons and 11 seed pearls (one deficient), further accented by 3 larger pearls set at cardinal points. The piece is mounted in a gold frame with projecting cabochon turquoise terminals, suspended from a twisted rope-link gold chain. The pendant is finely crafted in 18kt yellow gold, while the accompanying chain tests as 9kt yellow gold.

  • Pendant material: 18kt yellow gold
    Chain material: 9kt yellow gold
    Pendant dimensions: 3.7 cm (L) × 2.5 cm (W) × 1.5 cm (D)
    Chain length: 38.5 cm
    Chain width: 0.2 cm
    Total weight: 19 grams

    Gemstones:
    Rock crystal: Double cabochon, clear and domed
    Turquoise: 17 cabochons, approx. 2–3 mm each, exhibiting green to medium blue hues with minor veining and some discolouration.
    Seed pearls: 11 pearls, approx. 2 mm (one deficient)
    Larger pearls: 3 pearls, approx. 3 mm each
    Estimated Period: Circa 1870
    Country of Origin: United Kingdom
    Condition Report: Overall good antique condition.

  • ITEM LOCATION : United Kingdom
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    INCLUDED: Complimentary Gift Wrap Packaging & Certificate of Evaluation.
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