Description
 Antique Victorian 15ct gold peridot & seed pearl hinged pendant/brooch, c1895.  A stunning piece of Victorian Jewellery. The finest peridots are a deep lime colour & these certainly are. Peridots originated from the island of St. John in the red sea. The peridots are bezel set. The pendant is also adorned with seed pearls. This piece can be worn as a brooch. The necklace loop can be removed & there is a hinge so the loop holder can be dropped back & hidden from sight. Marked 15ct. With presentation case. A fantastic addition to any collection.
 
Significant Events, 1890-1900:
1890 Vincent Van Gogh, Artist, dies.
1895 Wilhelm Roentgen (Germany) develops x-rays.
1897 The first subway (underground system) opens in Boston, United States.
 
Date
c1895
 
Weight
4.62 grams 
With box: 57.48 grams
 
Length
52mm
 
Condition.
Excellent condition with light surface marks due to genuine age use & polishing.