Inventory no.: 3751

Silver-Gilt Pendant set with Rubies, India, 19th century

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Silver-Gilt Pendant

India

19th century

diameter: 2cm, weight: 4g

This pretty pendant comprising a six petalled flower or pointed star within an open roundel is of gilded (gold-plated) silver and is set with 24 foil-backed semi-precious stones – probably rubies or pink sapphires.

The pendant is from India and dates most likely to the 19th century.

It is stable and wearable.

References

Untracht, O., Traditional Jewelry of India, Thames & Hudson, 1997.

Provenance

UK art market

Inventory no.: 3751

SOLD