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Edwardian 15ct Gold, Green Garnet, Rose Diamond & Natural Split Pearl Pendant

978 X
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Written by Olly Gerrish

An unusual 15ct gold pendant that was made circa 1900-1910. It has been claw set with a large natural pearl in the centre with eight smaller claw set natural pearls around the edge. In between are claw set green garnets and claw set rose diamonds. Although garnets have been known since ancient times, the demantoid variety was not discovered until 1868 in Russia’s western central Ural Mountains. Miners were immediately stunned by the highly refractive nature of the gem material. They began comparing it to diamond and referred to it as “demantoid”, from the French “demant” meaning diamond. The reason is obvious, with its high brilliance and dispersion.

These bright apple green stones are comparatively rare and very expensive as they are no longer mined. In the early 1900s they were a celebrated stone and many items of jewellery were set with these beautiful stones as in this stunning pendant.

Ollys Pick

We all love green garnets!

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Item Number
978 X
Measurements
Height 3.3cm
Width at widest point 3cm
Green garnets approx total weight 2.16 carats
3.8mm by 3.4mm by 2.7mm
Rose diamonds approx total weight 0.32carats
Centre pearl 8mm by 9.5mm
Small pearls 3mm.
Date & Origin
Provenance
English
Hallmarks

Unmarked. 15ct gold.

Condition
Very Good
Care Tips
  • Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
  • Check delicate settings regularly
Discovered
3 weeks ago
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