Victorian diamond and natural pearl pendant, circa 1880

I’m a big admirer of the sort of high-quality, unfussy English workmanship on display in this 15-carat gold, natural pearl and diamond pendant. It’s from about 1880: the old mine cut diamonds are set in silver; the natural pearls are well-matched; and the bale is detachable. In addition, there’s a lightness of execution one doesn’t usually see in English pieces of this time. I’m extremely fussy about condition. I feel a duty to my clients about it, because it’s just so important when it comes to pieces holding their value and appreciating. The workmanship of this pendant – on show on its rear view – is particularly pleasing. FREE WORLDWIDE EXPRESS SHIPPING WITH FEDEX, TRACKED AND INSURED • Handmade in 15-carat yellow gold with a silver top setting • Large old mine cut diamond is estimated to be 0.30 carats, graded set as H/piqué 1 • 103 old mine cut diamonds of various sizes estimated to total 2.70 carats, graded set as G-K/VS-piqué • Set with one round button pearl, three oval pearls and 16 half pearls – all are natural • Comes with an independent insurance valuation for $22,150 • Approximately 6.8cm tall (nearly 2 3/4 inches) including original bale, 3cm (nearly 1 1/4 inches) wide • Weight is 9.8 grams • In excellent antique condition • Will come in a Karen Deakin gift box (the antique boxes are not for sale) • Note the antique chain is not for sale but I have others available – please get in touch if you’d like information about them Please examine the photographs carefully – they form part of the description. I’d be very happy to send more information and images. Layaway available. I accept returns within 14 days if you’re not delighted with your purchase.