Victorian Revival - Vintage Silver Tone Lapis Lazuli (Simulated) Ornate Pendant & Chain (VP278)

Victorian Revival - Vintage Silver Tone Lapis Lazuli (Simulated) Ornate Pendant & Chain (VP278)

$195.00

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Victorian Revival - Vintage Silver Tone Lapis Lazuli (Simulated) Ornate Pendant & Chain. This gorgeous pendant is crafted from a silver toned metal. The pendant features one rectangular shaped lapis lazuli (simulated), Victorian Revival vintage era styling, and quality craftsmanship. This pendant is comprised of a beautiful marbled indigo blue simulated lapis lazuli gemstone, which has an exquisite ornate open-work frame. The back of the pendant is also ornate, displaying a wonderful cross, and raised open-work detail. The pendant is matched up to a decorative chain, featuring a secure spring ring clasp, in perfect working order. This vintage era pendant is versatile and an eye-catching piece, which can be worn day or night.

History: Lapis lazuli boasts a rich, millennia-spanning history, prized by ancient civilizations like Sumerians , Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans, for its deep blue colour, representing royalty, divinity, and power, used in royal burials (King Tut), cosmetics, and as a precious pigment (ultramarine), sourced primarily from Afghanistan's mines, connecting East and West via trade routes like the Silk Road for over 6,000 years.

The history of simulated lapis lazuli is as old as the demand for the genuine stone itself, evolving from ancient, rudimentary imitations to sophisticated modern synthetics

. Because natural lapis lazuli—prized for over 6,000 years for its deep blue color—has always been expensive and often difficult to procure, civilizations have long created alternatives to mimic its appearance.

Measurements: Pendant 43.00 mm x 26.00 mm Chain 22"

Stone Size: Lapis Lazuli (simulated) 16.50 mm x 13.00 mm

Weight: 25.80 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America

Date: Circa 1980