19th C. Victorian Gold Pendant w/ Roman Glass Bead
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**Originally Listed At $400**
Rome, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE; Northern Europe, England, Victorian period, ca. 19th century CE. A stunning gold pendant in the shape of an openwork heart formed by intricate, scrolling filigree with a dangling Roman glass bead at the center, boasting vibrant, turquoise iridescence. Several suspension loops line the periphery of the pendant, while a petite pearl bead on a gold wire embellishes one side and gold baubles adorn the face. The ancient bead presents a beautiful melon form. A gorgeous ornament from 2 distinct periods in history! Size of pendant: 0.8" W x 0.9" H (2 cm x 2.3 cm); of bead: 0.2" W x 0.125" H (0.5 cm x 0.3 cm); gold quality: 73.07% (equivalent to over 17 karats); total weight: 2.5 grams
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
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#178201
Rome, Imperial period, ca. 1st to 4th century CE; Northern Europe, England, Victorian period, ca. 19th century CE. A stunning gold pendant in the shape of an openwork heart formed by intricate, scrolling filigree with a dangling Roman glass bead at the center, boasting vibrant, turquoise iridescence. Several suspension loops line the periphery of the pendant, while a petite pearl bead on a gold wire embellishes one side and gold baubles adorn the face. The ancient bead presents a beautiful melon form. A gorgeous ornament from 2 distinct periods in history! Size of pendant: 0.8" W x 0.9" H (2 cm x 2.3 cm); of bead: 0.2" W x 0.125" H (0.5 cm x 0.3 cm); gold quality: 73.07% (equivalent to over 17 karats); total weight: 2.5 grams
Provenance: East Coast collection, New York Gallery, New York City, New York, USA, acquired before 2010
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#178201
Condition
Ancient glass bead set in a Victorian gold pendant. Roman bead has been reattached, but otherwise, intact and excellent with light patina. Gorgeous iridescence to bead. Wearable as a pendant.
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19th C. Victorian Gold Pendant w/ Roman Glass Bead
Estimate $500 - $750
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Owner/Executive Director, Antiquities & Pre-Columbian Art
PhD. Art History, Director, Fine & Visual Arts
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