Description
An astounding antique Victorian pendant built around a mammoth teardrop moonstone cabochon weighing an estimated 66 carats. Its truly mesmerising and exhibits a particularly bright, silvery luminescence that intensifies in direct light.
The mystifying moonstone derives its name from the stones ethereal, luminescent light that was once believed to be moonlight in solid form. In Greek mythology they were associated with Selene, the feminine moon Goddess and said to be a path to love, wisdom and new beginnings.
The stone is held securely in an 18ct gold claw gallery with an ornate frame displaying fine engraving and open workmanship. Its truly one of a kind, in excellent condition and boasts one of the largest moonstones weve ever seen!
We recommend you insure for 3,500. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale.
WEIGHT: 29.1 grams
MEASURES: Height 50mm (62mm inc. loop) x Width 32mm x Depth 13mm
METAL: 18ct Gold (Tested)
STONES: Moonstone (21 x 40 x 11mm, approx. 66ct)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1860 1880)
CONDITION: Some light wear on the back and surface marks on the stone but otherwise in excellent condition for its age.
ITEM NUMBER: AJ890
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