Torrance, CA
Details
- Styles
- Victorian
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- 14K Gold
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Violet
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. The pendant is in good original condition. We have not cleaned it in … moreGood Wear consistent with age and use. The pendant is in good original condition. We have not cleaned it in order to preserve the patina and collector value. less
- Description
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Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold by …
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Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold by Krementz.
Oval faceted amethyst measures 21mm x 11mm (estimated at 9 carats). 64 seed pearls graduated in size from 1.5mm to 2mm.
The piece is made by Krementz, a renowned Newark, NJ maker of fine jewellery. The versatile piece can be worn as a brooch or pendant (the pendant sits in an east-west position). The rich royal purple amethyst is framed with a double row of seed pearls.
The pendant is in good original condition. We have not cleaned it in order to preserve the patina and collector value.
Particulars:
Weight: 3 grammes
Stones: 12 old mine cut diamonds range in size from 0.03 to 0.20 carats and total an estimated 0.75 carats (estimated at H-I colour and SI1-I1 clarity). 13 pearls range in size from 2mm to 3mm.
Size & Measurements: The pendant measures 2 3/4 inches in length and 3mm wide.
Metal & Hallmark: 14 karat yellow gold. The pendant is not hallmarked though it has tested positive for 14 karat gold.
Please see the measurements noted above in the description for best approximate dimensions less
Torrance, CA
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