This beautiful pendant was created in Italy in the mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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The Details...
Although un-hallmarked, this pendant tests as being constructed from silver. It features high quality and finely detailed micro-mosaic depictions of grapes, a dove, lillies and Forget-Me-Nots in shades of black, white, blue and green. The pendant is detailed with delicate silver wirework and beading too. The pendant measures 3cm x 3cm. The bail of the pendant has a 1cm drop.
To view a clip of this piece, click here: Micro-Mosaic Pendant
A Short History...
This beautiful pendant is illustrative of the influence of classical jewellery upon 19th century jewellery design. This influence was most pronounced in pieces created in Italy thanks to Rome based Castellani family, who became famous for making jewels in an 'archeological' style. One of their achievements was to infuse the declining art of micro-mosaic making with a new impetus and, resultantly we see many finely crafted mosaic jewels, like this pendant, being created in and around the mid-1800s.
Wear it With...
Add this pendant to your favourite chain and add other charms to compliment it.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This lovely necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design. It dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful multi-faceted black glass locket is entirely original.
Condition Report:
Very Good - There is a tiny chip to the edge of one cabochon. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of th piece.
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This elegant necklace featuring shimmering crystals dates from the 1920s and is truly evocative of the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace was created c.1900. It features a delicate delicate design and high quality materials.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This classic and impactful necklace is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1970s in Germany for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful pendant was created in the late 1800s. It was most likely made by William Neale.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny area of rippling to the gold plating to the top right of the pendant. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does no detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This striking necklace, featuring a stylish combination of black and Carnelian glass, dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some wear to the metal plating on the reverse. This is not visible when the necklace is worn and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This elegant necklace featuring elegant Aquamarine glass dates from the 1920s and is truly evocative of the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This lovely and wearable example of a glass bead Art Deco necklace was most likely created in France.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This classic and impactful necklace is by Christian Dior. It was made in the 1980s in Germany for the French fashion house.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Elegant and beautiful, this pendant was created in c.1900.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Constructed from early plastics, this beautiful necklace most likely dates from the late 1930s or early 1940s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This beautiful necklace, reflects the craftsmanship and eye for detail characteristic of Czechoslovakian jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This exceptionally rare necklace dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some darkening to the gilded metal in some small areas. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the beauty and importance of the piece.
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This stylish example of a 1920s flapper necklace is in wonderful condition.
Condition Report:
Excellent - This necklace has been recently re-strung to guarantee strength for modern day wear.
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This beautiful and rare necklace dates from the 1930s and was created in Germany by Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This elegant clutch bag dates from the Art Deco era.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some minor staining to the interior lining of the bag. This is only visible when the bag is opened and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful pendant was created in Italy in the mid 1800s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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