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An unusual early 19th-century gold drop pendant, circa 1820, probably from Provence or the Southern Alps; designed with tiered pear-shaped panels that articulate for movement.Five rose-cut diamonds are belcher-set in closed, foiled backs, a quintessential French technique of the period that heightens sparkle in candlelight.Time has mellowed the foiling to a chic, smoky tone, which sits beautifully against the rosy 9K gold.The pendant measures approx. 5.0 × 1.5 cm; weight 6.6 g. Good antique condition with gentle age wear; the foil has darkened as expected. As with all closed-back, foiled settings, avoid moisture to preserve the stones’ brightness.
- France; c.1820
- 9K rosy gold; five rose-cut diamonds in closed, foiled settings
- Articulated construction for lively movement
- Size/weight: 5.0 × 1.5 cm; 6.6 g
An unusual early 19th-century gold drop pendant, circa 1820, probably from Provence or the Southern Alps; designed with tiered pear-shaped panels that articulate for movement.
Five rose-cut diamonds are belcher-set in closed, foiled backs, a quintessential French technique of the period that heightens sparkle in candlelight.
Time has mellowed the foiling to a chic, smoky tone, which sits beautifully against the rosy 9K gold.
The pendant measures approx. 5.0 × 1.5 cm; weight 6.6 g. Good antique condition with gentle age wear; the foil has darkened as expected. As with all closed-back, foiled settings, avoid moisture to preserve the stones’ brightness.
- France; c.1820
- 9K rosy gold; five rose-cut diamonds in closed, foiled settings
- Articulated construction for lively movement
- Size/weight: 5.0 × 1.5 cm; 6.6 g
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