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Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880
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Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

19th century
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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 16.68 carat turquoise and 0.47 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collection.

This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian turquoise pendant has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.

The impressive antique pendant is embellished with a stunning feature circular cabochon cut 16.68ct turquoise, encompassed with a three-dimensional rope twist decorated border.

The centre of the cabochon turquoise is embellished with a feature 0.29ct Old European cut diamonds, accented with twelve Dutch cut diamonds in a six-pointed star design.

The reverse of the pendant is fitted with a push fit glass panel which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed.

This stunning Victorian pendant is suspended from a hallmarked 15ct 17' chain via a substantial ring loop, securing to the reverse with a 9ct gold fastening; this chain is of the same period and reflects the high quality of the pendant.

The impressive antique chain is hallmarked to a plaque with the 14ct gold mark (585) and the piece been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as an 18 carat pendant with a 9 and 15 carat gold chain.

This impressive pendant is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report certificate for the feature stone, in addition to an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card for the turquoise and supporting stones.

This stunning Victorian locket pendant is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

This Victorian gold turquoise pendant is a sentimental and elegant gift for birthdays, anniversaries or personal milestones - ideal for those drawn to turquoise symbolism and the charm of Victorian design.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This impressive antique pendant in yellow gold is superior quality, set with an impressive turquoise displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive feature diamond displays a fine white colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance; the diamond colour grades indicate the high quality of the piece.

The pendant is an exceptional gauge of gold and in exceptional condition.

The antique associate chain is a superior gauge of gold for its type and is excellent quality.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning antique turquoise pendant necklace in gold.

Turquoise Quality

Cut Cabochon

Content 16.68 carats

Dimensions 18.63mm (average diameter) x 9.60mm (depth)

Diamond Quality

Feature Diamond

Colour F

Clarity VS1

Cut Old European

Content 0.29 carat

Dimensions 4.25mm (length) x 4.23mm (width) x 2.50mm (depth)

Supporting Diamonds

Colour (average grades) G

Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Dutch

Content 0.18 carat

Total Diamond Content

0.47 carat

Number of Diamonds

13

Dimensions

Length of drop 4.1cm/1.61'

Width of pendant 2.9cm/1.14'

Diameter of glass frame 1.43cm/0.56'

Height of setting 1.56cm/0.61'

Chain length 43.18cm/17'

Weight

19.61 grams

Date: Circa 1880

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Width
2.9cm (1.14")
Depth
43.2cm (17.01")
Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Turquoise Star Pendant to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1143093
Dealers Internal Reference
C9266
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Description
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 16.68 carat turquoise and 0.47 carat diamond, 18 carat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collection.

This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian turquoise pendant has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.

fig 1. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 1. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

The impressive antique pendant is embellished with a stunning feature circular cabochon cut 16.68ct turquoise, encompassed with a three-dimensional rope twist decorated border.

The centre of the cabochon turquoise is embellished with a feature 0.

29ct Old European cut diamonds, accented with twelve Dutch cut diamonds in a six-pointed star design.
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fig 2. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 2. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

The reverse of the pendant is fitted with a push fit glass panel which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed.

This stunning Victorian pendant is suspended from a hallmarked 15ct 17' chain via a substantial ring loop, securing to the reverse with a 9ct gold fastening; this chain is of the same period and reflects the high quality of the pendant.

fig 3. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 3. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

The impressive antique chain is hallmarked to a plaque with the 14ct gold mark (585) and the piece been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as an 18 carat pendant with a 9 and 15 carat gold chain.

fig 4. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 4. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

This impressive pendant is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report certificate for the feature stone, in addition to an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card for the turquoise and supporting stones.

fig 5. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 5. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

This stunning Victorian locket pendant is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.

This Victorian gold turquoise pendant is a sentimental and elegant gift for birthdays, anniversaries or personal milestones - ideal for those drawn to turquoise symbolism and the charm of Victorian design.

fig 6. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 6. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This impressive antique pendant in yellow gold is superior quality, set with an impressive turquoise displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence.

fig 7. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 7. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

The impressive feature diamond displays a fine white colour, brilliance and presence.

The impressive supporting diamonds display a fine white colour and brilliance; the diamond colour grades indicate the high quality of the piece.

fig 8. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 8. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

The pendant is an exceptional gauge of gold and in exceptional condition.

The antique associate chain is a superior gauge of gold for its type and is excellent quality.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning antique turquoise pendant necklace in gold.

fig 9. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 9. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

Turquoise Quality

Cut Cabochon

Content 16.68 carats

Dimensions 18.63mm (average diameter) x 9.60mm (depth)

Diamond Quality

Feature Diamond

Colour F

Clarity VS1

Cut Old European

Content 0.29 carat

Dimensions 4.25mm (length) x 4.23mm (width) x 2.50mm (depth)

fig 10. Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
fig 10. Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

Supporting Diamonds

Colour (average grades) G

Clarity (average grades) P1

Cut Dutch

Content 0.18 carat

Total Diamond Content

0.47 carat

Number of Diamonds

13

Dimensions

Length of drop 4.1cm/1.61'

Width of pendant 2.9cm/1.14'

Diameter of glass frame 1.43cm/0.56'

Height of setting 1.56cm/0.61'

Chain length 43.18cm/17'

Weight

19.61 grams

Date: Circa 1880

A video is available upon request.

Height
1.6cm (0.63")
Width
2.9cm (1.14")
Depth
43.2cm (17.01")
Date of Manufacture

AC Silver has dated this Victorian Turquoise Star Pendant to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1143093
Dealers Internal Ref
C9266
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Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
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Archive I Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.

Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880

Archive II Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View II
Archive III Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View III
Archive IV Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View IV
Archive V Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View V
Archive VI Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View VI
Archive VII Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View VII
Archive VIII Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View VIII
Archive IX Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View IX
Archive X Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View X
Archive XI Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View XI
Archive XII Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View XII
Archive XIII Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border. View XIII
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Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
Antique 16.68ct Turquoise and 0.47ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1880
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Victorian 18ct yellow gold circular pendant set with a round blue turquoise cabochon featuring a diamond-set star motif at the centre within a twisted gold border.
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Victorian turquoise star pendants were popular decorative jewellery pieces during the late nineteenth century, frequently incorporating celestial motifs like stars set into cabochon gemstones using precious metals.

Pendants from this era were commonly crafted from 18ct or 15ct yellow gold, featuring natural cabochon turquoise, old cut diamonds, and hand-finished wirework or rope borders.

Authentic pieces typically display old cut diamonds, hand-set star motifs embedded directly into the turquoise, period hallmarks or makers marks, and signs of subtle age-appropriate wear to the gold mount.

An antique gold pendant can be worn suspended on a fine contemporary or antique gold chain as a singular focal piece, or layered alongside modern gold chains for a curated, textured aesthetic.

Turquoise is a porous gemstone requiring protection from water, perfumes, oils, and harsh chemicals; clean gently with a soft, dry cloth and store separately from harder gemstones to prevent scratching.
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