Victorian Pique Heart Pendant
$490.00
A lovely late 19th century Victorian heart-shaped pendant with the yellow gold and silver decoration of flowers and zigzag pattern inlaid into the surface of natural tortoise shell: a centuries old handcraft known as "pique" work.
Details: Measuring approximately 1 1/4" high, not including jump ring, and 1 1/16" wide. Pique is usually done with thin gold and silver sheet, but we cannot determine the exact metal composition or karat.
Condition: In excellent antique condition with a few light marks and some wear to the inlay.