Antique Pendant with Amethyst and Pearls in Gold, British, c. 1905 and later

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Antique Pendant with Amethyst and Pearls in Gold, British, c. 1905 and later

€ 980.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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Description

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Pastel colors dominated fashion in the first decade of the early 20th century. Fashion houses such as the House of Worth designed dresses in delicate shades, embroidered with floral motifs and accented with fine tulle panels. The lines were flowing and soft, the colours drawn from an exceptionally delicate spectrum. To complement this fashion, gemstones in matching hues were a favorite choice for daytime wear: lilac-colored amethysts, light green peridots, iridescent opals, and water-blue aquamarines. This pendant, crafted in Great Britain around 1905, perfectly embodies that aesthetic. Four navette-cut amethysts are arranged in a cross shape, together forming a stylized floral motif. Set between the violet stones are five small natural pearls, whose pale luster provides a subtle contrast to the translucent play of colours in the amethysts. The open, almost weightless design is characteristic of the delicate jewellery of the early 20th century. The pendant is crafted from 9-karat gold, a gold alloy particularly typical of British jewellery of that period. Its warm golden hue ties together the pastel colors of the amethysts and pearls while simultaneously emphasizing the delicate effect of the design. With its combination of a stylized floral form, colored gemstones, and natural pearls, this piece of jewellery exemplifies the taste of the Edwardian era. The pendant, which was once part of a larger ensemble, is in excellent condition. It can be worn immediately on a modern 14-karat gold chain.

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€ 980.00 ^*

Content 1 piece

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