How do I wear a lavalier?

These pendants suspend gracefully from fine gold chains, resting near the collarbone or slightly lower depending on the original chain length. Because of their delicate openwork frames and dangling drops, they pair well with simpler necklines that allow the intricate metalwork and gemstones to remain the focal point.

Are these pendants fragile?

The fine wirework and delicate drop components require gentle handling during wear and storage. Removing the pendant before sleeping or strenuous activity protects the small seed pearls and thin gold links. Storing each piece in an individual compartment prevents the openwork from catching on other items in a jewellery box.

How do I date a lavalier?

Dating relies on stylistic clues such as the flowing asymmetry of Art Nouveau lines or the balanced geometry typical of Edwardian design. Hallmarks stamped on the reverse or the jump ring provide further confirmation of the gold purity and assay office. The choice of gemstones, such as peridots and amethysts paired with seed pearls, also points directly towards the late Victorian and Edwardian eras.

Can these be worn as brooches?

Some examples are constructed with a pin mechanism alongside the pendant bail, allowing them to function as both brooches and necklaces. This versatility was common in the Edwardian period when multi-functional jewellery was highly prized. Checking the reverse reveals whether a secure pin and catch accompany the suspension loop.

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A gold openwork lavalier hangs as a delicate pendant, offering the intricate wirework and suspended gemstones that define early twentieth-century jewellery.

15ct Gold Antique Aquamarine and Seed Pearl Necklace Edwardian Pendant Circa 1910

1900 - 1920

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15ct Gold Antique Aquamarine and Seed Pearl Necklace Edwardian Pendant Circa 1910

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