Folklore : Antique Arts and Crafts Movement Pendant with Turquoise

The Arts & Crafts Movement was a brief blip in the history of decorative arts, but one that made a huge impact. Running concurrently with Art Nouveau and sharing the desire to return to handmade over machine made goods, but with its own distinctive aesthetic: think William Morris and Archibald Knox. This small turquoise pendant circa 1880 is the embodiment of Arts & Crafts style. Delicately handmade, this rare little jewel has been converted from an antique stick pin.

Manufacture: 
Modelled in 9ct rosy gold. There are no hallmarks present, the metal content has been verified by XRF test. The new loop and bail are also made in 9ct gold.

The pendant frames a natural oval shaped turquoise cabochon, it has been verified by an independent gemologist as natural and untreated. There are visible dark veins in the bright blue turquoise gemstone – this veining was celebrated by practitioners of the Arts & Crafts movement for its authenticity and evidence of natural origins. The turquoise cabochon measures 8.7mm x 4.3mm x 3.5mm.

The pendant measures 18.11mm (not including the bail) x 9.06mm x 3.59mm.
Weighs 1 gram

An optional vintage 52.5cm 9ct rose gold chain is available, the chain weighs 3 grams and closes with a small parrot clasp. It is the perfect compliment in hue and weight to the pendant.

Condition: 
Excellent, No faults to note. Ready for immediate wear.