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Georgian Silver Heart Shaped Pendant with Vinaigrette Inside

332L
Written by Olly Gerrish

An unusual silver heart shaped pendant that opens to reveal a pierced grill that opens. It was used to contain smelling salts in a soaked piece of cotton wool. The decoration is known as Repoussé work with flowers and scrolling leaves. Repoussé is a method of decorating metals in which parts of the design are raised in relief from the back or the inside of the article by means of hammers and punches. The definition and detail can then be added from the front by chasing or engraving. The name repoussé is derived from the French “pousser”, “to push forward.” It is an ancient technique.

Item Number
332L
Measurements
Height 4 cm
From top of bale to base 4.5 cm
Width 2.8 cm
Materials
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks
Unmarked, tested to silver
Condition
Very Good
Discovered
7 years ago
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