Antique Edwardian pendant featuring garnet gemstones set into a 9ct yellow gold setting. These types of pendants were named Lavalier pendants popularised by the Duchesse de la Valliere, a mistress of King Louis XIV of France. Garnets were used extensively in all different designs of Victorian jewellery, bracelets, rings, brooches and elaborate necklaces, they represent the birthstone of January.
ERA
Edwardian, 1901-1910
HALLMARK
9ct, SBROS
MEASUREMENTS
The pendant measures 4.7cm / 1.8" in height and 2.2cm / 0.8" in width. The pendant hangs from a new 18" yellow gold chain.
CONDITION
The pendant is in excellent antique condition.
SKU
6486