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Orientalism - Vintage Silver Plated Etched Fan Pendant & Chain. This charming pendant is crafted from silver plate over metal. Featuring vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This lovely fan pendant opens and closes so it can be worn either way. It has a silvery Matt finish with etchings. One side of the chain showcases etches of cranes, and foliage, whilst the other side features an etched dragon. The fan also has an elegant tassel, which dangles from the bottom of the fan. The bale looks to be original, and in perfect shape. The chain also looks to be original, signed KOREA, and features a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This vintage piece has an elegant and charming feel with an abundance of character. Truly a wonderful piece to add to any vintage jewelry collection. 

History: In 1742, a Sheffield cutler invented silver plate when he spilled molten silver which then fused onto the copper handle of a knife. Referred to as Old Sheffield Plate, this new metal made silver items accessible to the masses.

The Orient is the eastern part of Asia. The Orient includes countries and regions like Japan, China, Korea, Hong Kong and Taiwan. Asia is a much larger continent which includes places like India, Pakistan, Cambodia, Tibet, Nepal and most of Russia.

In 1948, with the end of the U.S. military government, South Korea declared its independence from Japan as the Republic of Korea. In 1952, when Japan approved the independence of the Korean region under the San Francisco Peace Treaty, it became a completely independent and sovereign nation under international law.

The origin of hand fans can be traced as far back as 4,000 years ago in Egypt. The fan was seen as a sacred instrument and used in religious ceremonies and was also seen as a symbol of power royalty even in this early form, as evidenced by the two elaborate fans found in King Tut's tomb.

Measurements: Pendant 63.00 mm x 43.00 mm     Chain 16"

Weight: 6.40 grams 

Condition: Excellent

Origin: Orient

Date: Circa 1950