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Petite Grenât- Vintage 10K/14K Gold Garnet & Diamond Pendant & Chain.  This lovely pendant is crafted from 10K gold, whilst the chain is crafted from 14K gold, hallmarked 14K. Featuring 3 natural round cut garnet gemstones, One natural round cut diamond, antique styling and quality gold-work.  The pretty pendant is comprised of 3 deep red wine coloured garnets, topped with a sparkling diamond.  The V shaped bail has an engraved decoration with an Art Deco feel. The combination of garnets and pearls were widely used in the Victorian era, and in this Vintage piece it is easy to see why the contrasting gems were so desirable in jewelry in antique and vintage jewelry. The chain looks perfect with the pendant, and the spring ring clasp is secure, and in perfect working order.   The Vintage pendant is dainty and elegant, a special treasure for any jewelry collection.

The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds). ... Garnet on Asbestos.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Measurements: Pendant  11.00 mm x 7.00      Chain: 18" 

Stonce Size: Garnet .30 carats   Diamond .01 carat 

Weight: 1.70 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1960