Birks - Vintage Sterling Silver Engraved Pendant & Chain (VP230)

Birks - Vintage Sterling Silver Engraved Pendant & Chain (VP230)

$125.00

Birks - Vintage Sterling Silver Engraved Pendant & Chain. This pretty pendant is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked STERLING and B for Birks. The pendant features vintage Victorian revival styling, and quality craftsmanship. This lovely pendant is round in shape, and showcases a beautifully engraved floral decoration, and an etched border. The pendant has been matched up to a sterling silver curb chain, featuring a secure spring ring clasp, in perfect working order. This vintage pendant would make a perfect gift or addition to any vintage jewelry collection.

Note: Script initial on the back of the pendant. See photos.

History: With an investment of CAD$3,000, Henry Birks opened in 1879 a small jewellery shop on Saint James Street in the heart of Montreal's financial and commercial district. In 1893, Birks entered into a partnership with his three sons (William, John and Gerald), and the name of the firm became Henry Birks and Sons.

Silver was discovered after gold and copper about 4000 bce, when it was used in jewelry and as a medium of exchange. The earliest known workings of significant size were those of the pre-Hittites of Cappadocia in eastern Anatolia.

The term "sterling silver" probably originated in eastern Germany when five towns formed the Hanseatic League in the 1100s. These town minted their own coins of 92.5 percent silver. When Britain sold cattle and grain to the League, they were paid in "Easterling coins".

Measurements: Face of the Pendant 21.00 mm x 17.50 mm Chain 16 1/2"

Weight: 3.50 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Canada

Date: Circa 1960