ABOUT:
A striking 3D figural acorn pendant holding a chunky old mine cushion cut diamond floating in prongs as the body of the acorn. The cap is set with rose cut diamonds to catch the light and add sparkle.
Really exceptional chunky old mine cut diamond which has a beautiful clarity for the period and is completely eye clean. The way it is propped up, it is able to catch the light from all sides.
In antique jewelry - Acorns were used as a symbol of renewal as well as prosperity and good luck.
Found in France, but no hallmarks remain. It is crafted with a silver top and 18k gold back, customary for the period so that tarnish from the silver does not come into contact with the skin.
Please note the measurements as I have small fingers and it can be difficult to determine scale from pictures. Props / additional items not included.
SIZE & MEASUREMENTS:
Acorn is 14.5mm top to bottom to the attached loop, not included the dangling jump ring. It is 7.5mm wide by 7.3mm deep off the decollette.
I do not remove stones from their antique settings for exact measurements but the old mine cut is about 5.3 by 5mm and a chunk cut, estimated around .65 carat.
The piece weighs 2.1 grams.
IMPORTANT CONDITION NOTES:
Some patina to the silver giving it a great antique look. The antique diamond is eye clean. It displays a slight warmth typical for stones from the period, cut from mines that produced warmer rough diamonds.
Typical antique rose cuts, small rough cuts to add sparkle. No damage to the stones or pendant. Two prongs are quite worn but the stone is secure as it has three prongs with length on the bottom end and the top end is tucked under the cap of the acorn so the stone does not move.
Please note that all my pieces are pre-owned and in estate condition. They will have patina, surface wear, a few small nicks. These pieces may also have evidence of a sizing, some build up around the stones and / or inclusions seen under magnification, typical for antique pieces. I have mentioned any noticeable issues above and they are all still wearable and eager to be loved and accepted for many years to come, (the preservation of antique jewelry, even those with signs of their age and history, is important to me. : )
But - Please note due to age, this piece is not in mint condition. Pictures also serve as part of the description and condition report so please utilize the zoom feature which will magnify any wear significantly more than what is visible to the eye while wearing : )
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