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Find Out MoreA good early example of a silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
pendant on a silver chain made by the famous firm of “Theodor Fahrner” which was founded in Pforzeim in the Black Forrest in Germany in the early 1900s. The firm was well known for the quality and design of it’s jewellery. It is set with a citrineCitrine (from the French for ‘lemon’) is a rare, yellow type of quartz, a semi-precious stone that ranges in colour from pale yellow to orange to golden brown. The best quality citrine is found in Brazil. and is typical of the late Art NouveauA movement within the arts, particularly jewellery, evolving out of a response to mass production and the industrial revolution (1890-1915). Jewellery of this period was heavily influenced by nature and femininity, with its sweeping lines and organic motifs. period (circa 1910-1920) with the hand made stylised leaves and decorative silver wire work.
Hallmarked on back of pendant TF in a circle for Theodor Fahrner and 800 for German silver
Hallmarked on chain '835' for German silver and 'FRM' for maker's mark
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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