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Summer Days - Edwardian 9K Rose Gold Pink Tourmaline 'Art Nouveau' Lavalier Pendant. This lovely pendant is crafted from 9K rose gold, hallmarked 9ct GOLD, and a makers mark. Featuring a genuine natural tear drop pink tourmaline, one genuine natural round pink tourmaline, Art Nouveau era styling, and quality craftsmanship. This exquisite pendant showcases a beautifully designed rose gold sculpted open-work frame, which is adorned with gorgeous pink tourmaline gemstones.  The bale has a raised fluted decoration, and the gold frame is simple, yet still showcases wonderful foliage detail.  The chain is 14K Gold filled rose gold, hallmarked 14K 1/20 14K, which features a spring ring clasp in perfect working order. This Victorian/Edwardian Art Nouveau era pendant would make a wonderful addition to any fine jewelry collection. Unique and gorgeous!

History: The History of Tourmaline. The stone was first discovered by Dutch traders off the West Coast of Italy in the late 1600's or early 1700's.

Much of the pink and red tourmaline from San Diego County in California was shipped to China because the Chinese Dowager Empress Tz'u Hsi was especially fond of the color. There, craftsmen carved the tourmaline into snuff bottles and other pieces to be set in jewelry.

Rose gold was first used in early 19th century Russia by the famed jeweler Carl Faberge in his infamous Faberge Eggs, as was known as Russian Gold. Rose gold later gained popularity in the United Stated during the lavish and feminine 1920's, and was worn in engagement rings and fine jewelry.

Art Nouveau, ornamental style of art that flourished between about 1890 and 1910 throughout Europe and the United States. Art Nouveau is characterized by its use of a long, sinuous, organic line and was employed most often in architecture, interior design, jewelry and glass design, posters, and illustration.

Contemporary appraisals do not reflect the value of antique jewelry. Value is based on rarity, gemstone stones, metal, condition, workmanship, and antiquity value. 

Measurements: Pendant 41.00 mm x 21.00 mm 

Stone Size: Pink Tourmaline (Tear-Drop) .45 carats  Pink Tourmaline (Round) .12 carats Total = .57 carats    Chain: 18"

Weight: 2.50 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: England 

Date: 1890 - 1910