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Edwardian 1900 Horseshoe Lucky Pendant In 18Kt Gold With Demantoids And Diamonds

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Edwardian belle Epoque necklace-pendant-brooch. Fantastic lucky pendant-charm, created during the Belle Epoque period in the Edwardian era (1901-1910), back in the 1901. This stunning piece has been crafted in the shape of a horseshoe in solid yellow gold of 18 karats, and is fitted with a movable ring on top to wear in a chain or a charm's bracelet. It is embellished with a fantastic assortment of natural earth mined gemstones; such twenty-one (the lucky number) white colorless diamonds and twenty-three vivid green demantoids garnets. Demantoid Demantoid is the green gemstone variety of the mineral andradite, a member of the garnet group of minerals. Andradite is a calcium- and iron-rich garnet. Ferric iron is the cause of the green in the stone. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia's western central Ural Mountains. The find was an alluvial deposit about 110 km from Ekaterinburg, north by northwest along the Bobrovka River, near the village of Elizavetinskoye. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material, which is atypical for garnet. They began comparing it to diamond and referred to it as "demantoid", from the old German Demant, meaning diamond. The reason is obvious, with its high brilliance and dispersion. However, as demantoid garnets are quite rare and found in so few locations, they can command quite high prices, especially if they have a particularly lovely horsetail inclusion. Most stones are less than one carat in size after cutting in polishing. Demantoid gems are usually high in clarity but may contain characteristic inclusions of byssolite, needle-like radiating inclusions referred to as “horsetails.” Today, because of limited supplies, demantoid maintains its status as a rare and valuable gem. Demantoid: Mount in channel settings, with 23 French calibre cuts of natural vivid green demantoid garnets with an estimate total weight of 0.69 carats. Diamonds: Mounted in a French flush setting, with 21 European rose cut diamonds, with a combined weight of 1.26 carats, F/G color, VS/SI clarity. The settings are impeccable finished with millegrain patterns. Weight: 2.84 Grams (1.82 Dwt). Measurements: 26 mm by 18.5 mm (1.02 x 0.74 Inches). Hallmarks: No marks, tested for 18kt gold, (.750/.999 Au). Edwardian Era Is like the Georgian and Victorian eras before it, derives its name from the reign of the English King, Edward VII (1901-1910). Edwardian jewelry is known for representing femininity while incorporating a lot of the color white. Think diamonds, pearls and white metals like platinum and white gold. Diamonds often had an Old Mine or European cut and sapphires were a popular choice for a pop of color. They tended to be made from platinum and diamonds – the more, the merrier – and used fashionable, intricate techniques such as filigree and millegrain. Edwardian rings are works of art and best worn alone or alongside a simple wedding band. Millegraining, a new decorative technique made possible by the use of platinum, is featured often on Edwardian jewelry. Its border of delicate balls and ridges surrounding a gemstone or on the knife sharp edges of a design served to give jewelry a softer, lighter look. Note: Millegrain is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry. Collateral: It is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box. Condition: The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones are secured in the settings and all parts are working properly. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity. INVENTORY REF: P030524MCNM/.0682
  • Creator:
    Horseshoe Lucky Pendant
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  • Weight:
    2.84 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.73 in (18.55 mm)Length: 1.02 in (25.91 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones are secured in the settings and all parts are working properly. This piece has been carefully inspected to be guarantee.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: P030524MCNM/.06821stDibs: LU2690222298892
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