Onyx, 0.98ct Diamond, Pearl & Enamel, 18ct Yellow Gold Locket - Antique c.1880

This is a stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 carat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse Victorian gemstone jewellery and estate jewelry collections This stunning antique pendant has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold. The stunning central oval shaped onyx panel is embellished with an impressive yellow gold eight-pointed star design. This star motif is ornamented with a feature Old European cut diamond to the centre, accented with eighteen Dutch cut diamonds graduating in size, in a stellate manner. The anterior surface of the pendant is further ornamented with thirty-two impressive natural and seed pearls, segmented with black hot enamel. This stunning Victorian pendant is suspended from a contemporary 18ct yellow gold 18" curb chain via an integrated tapering bale ornamented with three further natural pearls, in addition to a black hot enamel border. The chain secures with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening to the reverse. This antique locket has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton Xl2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 carat gold. The pendant is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) M Clarity (average grades) P1 Cut Old European/Dutch Content 0.98 carat Number of Diamonds 19