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Small Russian Inlaid Gold Easter Egg Pendant, circa 1890

About the Item

From the Romanov era, this rare Russian miniature egg of unusual tree-color design is inlaid with white agate, red purpurine and opaque green glass and divided by gold bands, attached to a gold suspension ring. Russia, circa 1890, stamped 56. Chain not included. 3/4 in. ( 1.9 cm) long including outer ring. Egg alone measures 1/2 in. (1.3 cm) long. Sold as is. Purpurine is a deep red vitreous compound discovered in a lab in the 17th century and revived in the late 19th century by the Imperial Glass Factory in Russia and by Carl Fabergé in St. Petersburg.
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  • Weight:
    2.3 Grams gross weight
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.44 in (11.18 mm)Length: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor losses seen on edges where stone meets gold. Sold as is. Some pitting to hard stones and purpurine.
  • Seller Location:
    St. Catharines, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: MEFD1431stDibs: j2321602171316093fs
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