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Antique Victorian 14K Gold, Porcelain & Enamel Pendant Locket after Fontenay

$5,450
£4,108.84
€4,782.81
CA$7,667.31
A$7,712.20
CHF 4,493.68
MX$93,961.80
NOK 51,680.27
SEK 53,013.60
DKK 35,748.28

About the Item

A fine antique revival style pendant. In 14 karat yellow gold. In the style of Eugene Fontenay. Center-set with an oval enamel plaque depicting Venus & Cupid in a garden setting. With twisted wirework & granulation decoration throughout. The pendant opens to reveal a compartment with a reserve for a photo or keepsake. Simply a wonderful antique locket! (Chain for display only and not included.) Date: 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: The bail has a peened pin that has some roughness (on the backside of the bail). There is noticeable scratching to the reverse of the pendant, and when the pendant closes it has a slight smile at the bottom. There are losses to the edges of the black enamel surround in the enamel plaque. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: After Fontenay Marks: Unmarked Fineness: Unmarked for gold fineness. Professionally tests at 14k. Measurements: Width: ca. 1 1/4 in. Height: ca. 2 in. Depth: ca. 1/2 in. Weight: 20.9 g Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    20.9 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (50.8 mm)Width: 1.25 in (31.75 mm)Depth: 0.5 in (12.7 mm)
  • Style:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. See description for condition details.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 752024180547DIINVMRAP241stDibs: LU849323436322

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