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French Augis Plus Qu’hier 18k Yellow White Gold Enamel Ruby Love Pendant
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French Augis Plus Qu’hier 18k Yellow White Gold Enamel Ruby Love Pendant

1940 - 1960
Sold 9 April 2025 · ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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A French 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold and lab created ruby love charm pendant with a black enamel rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a line taken from the love poem written by Rosemonde Gerard to her husband (the author of Cyrano) in 1889.

The word "plus" is symbolised by a white gold plus sign, and the word "moins" by a minus sign set with two rectangular cut synthetic rubies with a total carat weight of approximately 0.06 carats.

Signed A.A, stamped with the eagle's head for French manufacture and Augis' makers mark.

Dimensions: 1.9 x 1.1 x 0.12 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 1.03 grams

(Chain not included)

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.9cm (0.75")
Width
1.1cm (0.43")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Declaration

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this French Augis Love Pendant to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1123354
Dealers Internal Reference
1686a
Description
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold and lab created ruby love charm pendant with a black enamel rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a line taken from the love poem written by Rosemonde Gerard to her husband (the author of Cyrano) in 1889.
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The word "plus" is symbolised by a white gold plus sign, and the word "moins" by a minus sign set with two rectangular cut synthetic rubies with a total carat weight of approximately 0.
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd

06 carats.

Signed A.A, stamped with the eagle's head for French manufacture and Augis' makers mark.

Dimensions: 1.9 x 1.1 x 0.12 cm (not including jump ring)

Weight: 1.03 grams

(Chain not included)

Height
1.9cm (0.75")
Width
1.1cm (0.43")
Depth
0.1cm (0.04")
Date of Manufacture

ShinyPrettyThings Ltd has dated this French Augis Love Pendant to the 1960s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1123354
Dealers Internal Ref
1686a
ShinyPrettyThings Ltd
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An oval 18-carat yellow gold French Augis love pendant featuring a white gold cross, ruby accents, and black enamel text.
French Augis Plus Qu’Hier 18K Yellow White Gold Enamel Ruby Love Pendant
Ref: SA1123354
An oval 18-carat yellow gold French Augis love pendant featuring a white gold cross, ruby accents, and black enamel text.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPendants
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleFrench Antique
  • Material18K Yellow Gold, White Gold, Ruby, Enamel
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsPlus quhier inscription, Enamel lettering, Gemstone accents, Cross and crescent motif
  • SizeH 1.9 cm (1 in) x W 1.1 cm (0 in) x D 0.1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

The design originates from a 19th-century poem by Alphonse de Lamartine, featuring the famous phrase Plus quhier, moins que demain (more than yesterday, less than tomorrow) to express growing affection.

These pieces were typically crafted from 18-carat yellow and white gold, often incorporating gemstones such as rubies and diamonds alongside black enamel lettering.

Authenticity is determined by examining hallmark stamps (such as the French eagles head for 18k gold), the weight and quality of the gold work, hand-carved details, and the correct phrasing of the poetic inscription.

It can be worn suspended from a simple fine gold chain to allow the historic medallion to serve as a focal point, or layered with contemporary gold necklaces for a textured look.

Items should be stored individually in soft pouches to prevent scratching, kept away from harsh chemicals and ultrasonic cleaners due to the delicate enamel, and gently wiped with a soft cloth after wear.
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