Ocean's Jewel - Estate Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & Pearl Pendant (EP038)

Ocean's Jewel - Estate Sterling Silver Blue Topaz & Pearl Pendant.  This lovely pendant is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. Featuring a genuine pear shaped faceted blue tear drop blue topaz, genuine round cut blue topaz , 2 genuine seed pearls , and exquisite silver work. The expertly set topaz is sky blue in colour,  whilst the seed pearls are lustrous and grey in colour.  The setting is shield shaped with amazing delicate filigree work.  The Bale is bolder than the delicate filigree work, however they work perfectly with the central decoration surrounding the smaller opals. This gorgeous pendant  has been matched up to a contemporary chain, a perfect match to the piece.  Edwardian revival in style, this truly would make a wonderful gift or addition to any jewelry collection.

History: The origins of this gem were discovered and mined in 1960 by British explorer Max Ostro in Minas Gerais, Brazil. The UK Natural History Museum impressively has the largest cut topaz to ever go on display at their museum.

History. 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: 34mm x 19mm    Chain 18"  Note: The style of the chain can vary depending on availability. 

Stone Size: Topaz  (tear drop) .25 carat   Topaz (round) .02 carat   Pearl 1.00 mm each

Weight: 5.00 grams

Condition: Excellent

Origin: America 

Date: 21 St Century