Velvette Antique Edwardian Era 9ct Rose Gold Ruby & Pearl Pendant with Chain

Crafted with artisan care in 9 carat rose gold, this darling Edwardian era antique pendant is a one-of-a-kind treasure. An alluring star set ruby rests on a rectangular setting flanked by a duo of seed pearls. Above and below are elongated triangular settings adorned with graduating seed pearls. The settings rest on a rectangular platform decorated along the sides with charming bead fixtures and on the top and bottom with polished ball settings. We have named her The Velvette Pendant. Finished with a hoop bail and threaded with a fine contemporary chain, she is the perfect adornment for lovers of antique jewellery, a wonderful reminder of a classical era in which fashion truly came into its own.

The Velvette Pendant Gem Details
The round purplish red ruby measures 2.25mm. There are 8 seed pearls measuring 1.50 to 2.25 millimetres.

Size
The length of the pendant is approximately 56 millimetres, and the width is 8 millimetres. The length of the chain is approximately 60 centimetres. 

Condition
Vintage antique, circa 1900s. 

Great to Know
The Venvette Pendant belongs to our treasure trove of strongly sustainable, ethical, environmentally friendly and conflict-free jewellery. She lives in our carefully curated collection of one of a kind vintage jewellery pieces. A vintage piece of jewellery has many stories to tell. Tales of romance, love, family, happiness and sometimes loss and endurance. Handed down from person to person, generation to generation. The Matilda Brooch is a piece of wonderful history.

Behind the Scenes
Every alluring piece of jewellery chosen to take the stage in our unrivalled collection has been thoroughly assessed by Sarina, our Head of Jewellery Design and Curation. Sarina is an exceptionally qualified and accomplished gemmologist and registered jewellery valuer with over 20 years of experience in the jewellery industry.