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Antique French Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Plique-a-jour Enamel Pearl Pendant Medal
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Antique French Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Plique-a-jour Enamel Pearl Pendant Medal

1900 - 1920
Description

An antique French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary with plique-a-jour enamel within an openwork gold frame set with 36 natural seed pearls. Engraved with the date 20 Juin 1915 to the bottom edge of the pendant. Unmarked but tested for 18 karat gold.

Dimensions: 3.2 x 2.9 x 0.23 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 5.57 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
2.9cm (1.14")
Depth
0.3cm (0.12")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Plique a Jour Pendant to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1210045
Dealers Internal Reference
1715
Description
An antique French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary with plique-a-jour enamel within an openwork gold frame set with 36 natural seed pearls. Engraved with the date 20 Juin 1915 to the bottom edge of the pendant. Unmarked but tested for 18 karat gold.

Dimensions: 3.2 x 2.9 x 0.23 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 5.57 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
2.9cm (1.14")
Depth
0.3cm (0.12")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this Gold Plique a Jour Pendant to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1210045
Dealers Internal Ref
1715
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops.
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Archive I A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops.

Antique French Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Plique-a-jour Enamel Pearl Pendant Medal

Archive II A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View II
Archive III A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View III
Archive IV A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View IV
Archive V A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View V
Archive VI A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View VI
Archive VII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View VII
Archive VIII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View VIII
Archive IX A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View IX
Archive X A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View X
Archive XI A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XI
Archive XII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XII
Archive XIII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XIII
Archive XIV A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XIV
Archive XV A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XV
Archive XVI A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XVI
Archive XVII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XVII
Archive XVIII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XVIII
Archive XIX A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XIX
Archive XX A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XX
Archive XXI A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XXI
Archive XXII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XXII
Archive XXIII A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops. View XXIII
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A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops.
Antique French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Plique-a-Jour Enamel Pearl Pendant Medal
Ref: SA1210045
A circular 18K yellow gold pendant featuring a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary framed by green and red translucent plique-a-jour enamel and a outer ring of seed pearls set in wirework loops.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPendant
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • Material18K Gold, Enamel, Seed Pearl
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsVirgin Mary profile, Plique-a-jour enamel, Seed pearl halo, Wirework loops
  • SizeH 3.2 cm (1 in) x W 2.9 cm (1 in) x D 0.3 cm (0 in)

This 1910 Art Nouveau French pendant takes the form of a circular 18 karat yellow gold medal measuring 3.2 cm high, 2.9 cm wide, and 0.3 cm deep. The piece presents a central profile bust of the Virgin Mary rendered in gold, set against translucent green and red plique-a-jour enamel panels. An outer openwork wirework frame forms radiating loops, each set with natural seed pearls, complemented by a top suspension loop and jump ring. The gold surface displays a polished finish, while the bottom edge bears an engraved date. This jewellery item requires no specific room placement and serves as a wearable decorative accessory.

FAQs

Plique-a-jour enamel technique gained widespread popularity during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in France during the Art Nouveau period. Jewelers used this challenging stained-glass effect to create luminous religious medals and devotional pendants depicting figures such as the Virgin Mary.

High-grade antique French medals were typically crafted in 18K yellow gold or silver. Decorative elements frequently incorporated plique-a-jour or champleve vitreous enamel alongside natural seed pearls or small rose-cut diamonds.

Authentic French gold pieces feature official hallmarking, such as the Eagles Head stamp for 18K gold. The enamel should show light transmission without backing, and hand-set seed pearls or fine filigree wirework are characteristic of era-appropriate craftsmanship.

An antique gold pendant can be worn suspended from a delicate modern gold chain or layered alongside contemporary minimalist necklaces. Alternatively, it can be displayed safely within a framed glass shadowbox or velvet jewellery stand.

Clean gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth without harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners, which can damage vitreous enamel and dissolve organic seed pearl coating. Store flat in a soft pouch away from direct sunlight and extreme temperature changes.
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