{"product_id":"grape-vine-vintage-gold-plated-synthetic-opal-pendant-14k-gold-fill-chain-vp299","title":"Grape-Vine - Vintage Gold Plated Synthetic Opal \u0026 Crystal Rhinestone Pendant \u0026 14K Gold Fill Chain (VP299)","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrape-Vine - Vintage Gold Plated Synthetic Opal \u0026amp; Crystal Rhinestone Pendant \u0026amp; 14K Gold Fill Chain.  This lovely pendant is crafted from gold plate over metal. The pendant features 6 oval cut synthetic opals, one round cut crystal rhinestone, Vintage era styling, and quality craftsmanship. This pendant is created in the form of a grape-vine cascade. The grape-vine exhibits engraved foliage, which is adorned by beautiful opals, and a sparkling clear rhinestone. The opals display flashes of colour in different light intensities, whilst the rhinestone adds a twinkle to the piece. The design is sculptural, and very attractive when worn. The bale is a 'V' design, which is solid, and substantial enough to suspend the gallery. The chain is an antique belcher design, which features a springing clasp in perfect working order. The vintage pendant would make a great addition to any jewelry collection. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003eHistory: Synthetic opals were first successfully created in 1974 by Pierre Gilson in France, \u003cspan\u003efollowing the 1960s discovery of opal's spherical silica structure. These lab-grown gems mimic natural opal by settling silica spheres into a grid, a process taking over a year. Key features include a distinct columnar or \"snake skin\" pattern, often identifiable under magnification. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe term Rhinestone was given to the little sparkles after the river Rhine, where quartz pebbles, rock crystals with a high lead content were originally found\u003c\/b\u003e. Folk would collect them from the shores, jewellers cutting and moulding them into little imitation diamonds. Crystal rhinestones can be found foil backed or without foil. The crystals in this ring are not foiled, which makes for easy cleaning. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe history of gold-filled jewellery traces back to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eearly 19th century\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e England, where this technique was patented to create semi-precious and better-quality custom jewellery during the Victorian Era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs long as gold filled pieces are well cared for, they can last \u003cb\u003ea lifetime\u003c\/b\u003e. Gold plated pieces, on the other hand, can last up to a year if kept away from water, wear, and heat. It's also worth mentioning that gold filled pieces with lower karat weight (9-14k) may be more durable than pieces with greater gold content. Victorian gold filled jewelry can last for centuries. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd NA6bn\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eWhat Is Gold-plated Jewelry? Gold-plated jewelry is a type of metal jewelry covered with a very thin layer of real gold. The process was invented in \u003cb\u003e1805\u003c\/b\u003e by Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli who plated a very thin gold layer on top of silver. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd NA6bn\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eMeasurements: Pendant 42.00 mm x 17.50 mm    Chain 18\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd NA6bn\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eStone Size: Opal 1.20 carats \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd NA6bn\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eWeight: 3.50 grams \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"en\" class=\"ILfuVd NA6bn\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hgKElc\"\u003eCondition: Good    \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eNote: Age related wear to gold plate. One Opal has a chip on the side of the gem (see photos) . The wear and the chip on the opal does not take-a-way from the beauty of the piece. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin: America\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDate: Circa 1970 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rarities Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41298460770362,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0811\/5305\/files\/DSC_6142_9519da0a-c34b-4c74-a79a-90cd861ed920.jpg?v=1773969039","url":"https:\/\/raritiesantiquejewelry.com\/products\/grape-vine-vintage-gold-plated-synthetic-opal-pendant-14k-gold-fill-chain-vp299","provider":"Rarities Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}