Lady's Mourning JewelryBlack Onyx Gold Diamond Pendant |
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| Back | This elegant piece of mourning jewelry is a true treasure. The pendant is black onyx with a 7mm pearl and hair-work on the other side. The bezel and bail are 14kt. yellow gold with a swivel fastener which allows it to turn around freely from front to back. It has a flared bail design with black enamel detailing. Sixteen "Old Mine" rose-cut diamonds adorn the bezel and bail. At the end of the 19th century, there was much sentimentality in the Western world. Queen Victoria's passion for sentimental or commemorative jewelry helped popularize jewelry made from human hair, such as this piece. Americans were enlightened about this unusual craft by means of Godey's Lady's Book in the 1850s. It has an Appraisal (not an insurance value) of $600 in 2006. This is the first doublet pendant I have ever seen. I have seen a few in rings. |
| ITEM NUMBER | ANGO1015 |
| TITLE | Lady's Diamond, Pearl & Gold Mourning Pendant |
| MANUFACTURER | Hand-made |
| CONDITION | Excellent Antique |
| COST | On Hold For Jessica Item Name: Lady's Diamond & Gold Mourning Pendant |
| STATUS | Sold |
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 Hand-cut crystal with beveled edges, encased by a gold trim, and embedded in black onyx |
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16 rose-cut diamonds surrounded by black enamel detailing |
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 Pearl encased by a gold trim and embedded in black onyx |
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 Bezel and bail are 14kt. yellow gold, with a swivel fastener allowing it to turn around freely from front to back Item placed on grid (1/4" squares) for comparison |
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"Collecting antique and vintage jewelry can bring you endless hours of enjoyment, and is a wise investment. Finding the perfect piece of jewelry for a loved one - or even yourself - makes it really special." -Perry and Linda, Perlin Jewelry |