Equestrian's Adornment - Vintage 10K Gold Bespoke Horse Pendant & 14K Gold Fill Chain (VP226)

Equestrian's Adornment - Vintage 10K Gold Bespoke Horse Pendant & 14K Gold Fill Chain. This stunning pendant is crafted from 10K yellow gold, tested and confirmed. The chain is crafted from 14K gold fill, hallmarked 1/20 14K. The pendant features a vintage custom handmade design, and quality craftsmanship. This beautiful pendant is made in the form of a magnificent horses face and a flowing mane. The detail of the face and the mane is beautifully and deeply carved, which gives the pendant dimension and character. The bale is substantial, and sturdy, which is perfect for the weight of the piece. The chain is designed as a vintage belcher style, and features a spring ring  clasp. in perfect working order. This vintage high quality pendant would make a fantastic gift or addition to any equestrian's collection. 

Note: Appraisal included with the pendant.  

History: 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 evidence suggesting horses were ridden dates to about 3500 BCE, where evidence from horse skulls found at site in Kazakhstan indicated that they had worn some type of bit. Evidence from Bhimbetka rock shelters suggest mounts were used at least 10,000 BCE.

Today's major equestrian sports can trace their roots as far back as ancient Greece, where dressage was developed as a way to prepare horses for war. Horses were also involved in Olympic competitions as early as 680 BCE, when chariot races were introduced to the Ancient Olympic Games.

Measurements: Pendant 44.50 mm x 31.50 mm    Chain 18"  

Weight: Pendant 13.49 grams    Chain: 1.20 grams 

Condition: Excellent      Note: Fine condition 

Origin: Pendant : Canada      Chain: England 

Date: Circa 1980