Sand Dune - Edwardian 830 European Silver Natural Banded Agate Flower & Foliage Pendant & Chain (EDP035)

Sand Dune - Edwardian 830 European Silver Natural Banded Agate Flower & Foliage Pendant & Chain. This wonderful pendant is crafted from silver, tests 830 European silver. Featuring a genuine naturally mined banded agate, Edwardian era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The expertly set banded agate cabochon has lovely colours of sienna, rusts and browns, surrounding by beautiful floral and leaf detailing. The bale is decorated, substantial and solid, working perfectly with the organic decoration surrounding the agate gem. The necklace is a fancy type bevelled curb chain with a spring ring clasp in perfect working order.  The necklace has a very warm feel to it , beautifully made this Edwardian era piece would make a perfect gift or addition to any jewellery collection. 

History: Agate, a banded chalcedony quartz, has been valued for thousands of years, with its name derived from the Achates River (now Dirillo)in Sicily, where Greek philosopher Theophrastus discovered it circa 350 BCE, Used since the 3rd millennium BC in Mesopotamia for seals and in Egypt for amulets, it was historically prized for protection, health, and decoration. 

Silver's history is long. The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 B.C., in Turkey and Greece, according to the RSC. Ancient people even figured out how to refine silver. ... The silver does not react to the air, but the base metals such as lead and copper oxidize and separate from the precious metal.

The Edwardian era of the Edwardian period of British history covers the brief reign of King Edward VII, 1901 to 1910, and it extended to the start of the First World War. The death of Queen Victoria in 1901 marked the end of the Victorian era.  

Measurements:  Pendant 48.00 mm x 30.00 mm    Chain 23" 

Stone Size: Agate 32.00 mm x 17.00 mm 

Weight: 13.2 grams 

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Europe 

Date: Circa 1910