The Story & Craftsmanship

Step back into the early 20th century with this breathtaking, dual-purpose antique brooch pendant. Crafted in continental Europe during the late Edwardian to early Art Deco transition era, this piece is an extraordinary example of old-world artisan mastery. Every inch features intricate, hand-woven wirework filigree that creates a beautifully textured, scalloped frame.

The mechanism on the reverse features a historical "block hinge" and an elongated pin stem—hallmarks of authentic jewelry engineered a century ago to securely pierce thick wool cloaks and heavy silk shawls.

The Treasures Within

• The Centerpiece: A gorgeous, 100% natural hand-polished banded chalcedony agate gemstone. It features magnificent, cloudy parallel mineral layers that catch the light beautifully, showing its true earth-mined origin.

• The Accents: Five genuine, natural freshwater baroque pearls cascade around the border. Each organic pearl displays its original hand-drilled wire assembly and a soft, luminous luster that has survived beautifully for over a hundred years.

Authentication & Details

This heirloom has been meticulously verified through non-destructive antique testing. The metal boasts exceptional thermal conductivity (passing the ice test) and is entirely non-magnetic, beautifully holding its original soft silver glow with a dark, romantic patina nestled deep within the filigree recesses. The rollover safety clasp is cleanly stamped with a high-relief "30" inside a raised cameo cartouche—the historic personal identification mark of the master silversmith bench that assembled it.

Wearability & Versatility

Designed for the modern collector, this piece features an integrated bail loop at the top, allowing you to slide it effortlessly onto a fine chain to wear as a statement necklace pendant, or pin it traditionally to a lapel, scarf, or knit sweater.

• Era: Circa 1910s–1920s (Late Edwardian / Early Art Deco)

• Origin: Continental Europe

• Condition: Excellent antique condition. The natural pearls retain their flawless biological luster (verified under UV light testing) with zero peeling or flaking. Cleaned gently and ready to wear or gift.