DATE: Victorian, c.1900

Charming antique lavaliere pendant dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. A relatively simple example of the style, formed with a foliate trefoil top, tulip centre, and two mirrored ribbon motifs forming the main body/sides - all set with old European cut diamonds in platinum. It's 15 karat gold backed, set with 58pts of glittering white diamonds.

STONES 

Old European Cut Diamonds - G/H colour, VS/SI clarity, 0.58ct total (calculated)

MEASUREMENTS 

2.8 x 2.7cm (including bail)

WEIGHT 

5.6g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as 15k gold and platinum

CONDITION 

Very good, faces up perfectly. Evidence of an old repair to the back. It has brooch fittings but the pin is missing - this can be replaced, or the fittings removed entirely if preferred. Get in touch to discuss