This Georgian pendant is a wonderful little remnant of its era, in which romantic jewels with a symbolic meaning were very popular. The 'Crowned Heart' was a popular motive in 18th Century jewellery, symbolizing that love rules all.
It is made from silver, with a gold-washed back. Traditionally, this was done because silver brings out the colour and brilliance of diamonds, while a gold back prevents the silver from tarnishing and potentially staining skin or clothing.
The design is centered by a heart - it was quite usual to depict a heart without a cleft in the 18th Century- set with a rose-cut diamond. The heart is topped by a crown-shaped element and has a little drop dangling from the bottom. These three elements can move independently from each other, creating movement when you wear it.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: 34 x 12 mm.
Weight: 2.47 grams.
Age: 18th Century, also known as the Georgian era, circa 1760s.
Hallmarks: Acid tested as 14k gold and silver.
Condition: In antique condition with some wear, consistent with age. The back shows repairs that were made in the past. The jump ring on top was missing, so was added by me.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes.