Antique Russian Enamel Miniature Egg Pendant gilt metal A gorgeous mid Victorian diamond

A gorgeous mid Victorian diamond band dating from 1874

these striking earrings feature carved chrysocolla - a minor ore of copper

The key mechanism at the front can be turned

and the apparent crude construction only partially masks the fact that this was clearly made by a talented metallurgist using whatever tools could be found/adapted in the trenches

Chester hallmarks date it to 1880

Antique Russian Enamel Miniature Egg Pendant gilt metal A gorgeous mid Victorian diamondDATE: Antique Russian, c. 1900 A super charming antique Russian made miniature egg pendant dating to circa 1900. The egg tapers down in shape, and is finished with the most gorgeous white and green guilloch enamel. It features small silver stripes between each colour, and its 14k gold fittings are perfect for wear on a chain, making it an incredibly wearable addition to your charm pendant collection. Chain not included. MEASUREMENTS 1. 9 x 1. 1cm