Antique French pendant necklace. Made of 18k gold, pink tourmaline and pearls. Made during the Victorian era, circa 1885-1895, in Paris. Measurements: tourmaline 25 carats; pearls 3mm; Lenght of pendant 1 5/8 inches including the loop; 1 3/8 inches long excluding the loop. Chain is 16 inches long. Total weight: 5.8 grams. Finely hand-made pendant with rose theme. Comes with a later American 14k gold chain. The central element of the pendant is a large, cabochon natural tourmaline with a wonderful rose pink colour, in shadow or glowing bright, depending on how the light falls on it. This is set in an openwork setting that gives the appearance of the gem-stone floating. The triple gold frame has 4 roses, in full bloom and partially opening, one at each of the cardinal points. The roses are clearly handmade in full relief and very realistic and delicate. Alternating with the roses is delicate foliage, set with 4 pearls. The fabulous quality can be seen, not only from the workmanship on the front, but the back, which is delicate and beautifully finished. The loops is sturdy and clearly original to the pendant as it has raised foliate decoation. Hallmarks: the pendant has the Paris, France eagle hallmark showing, indicating 18k gold. The maker''s mark is not entirely clear / known. The chain has a 14k hallmark. Condition: very good. Status: For Sale Reference#: 4287 Condition: good Year: 1885 Title: ANTIQUE FRENCH GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE TOURMALINE PEARLS

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