DATE: Georgian, c.1790
This finely detailed pendant dates from the Regency period, circa 1790, and is modelled as a golden lyre.. with a little secret compartment... It's crafted in 15k gold, with three-tone (yellow, green and rose) gold flower details that spread across the bottom of the lyre, with a turquoise cabochon set in the centre. With fine gold "strings" and further small gold detailing, the base features a small hinged compartment that opens and closes, ready for you to hold a keepsake. The lyre, a lovely representation of angelic music and heaven.
STONES
Turquoise Cabochon
MEASUREMENTS
3.4 x 1.7cm
WEIGHT
3g
MARKS
No marks present, tests as 15k gold
CONDITION
Very good, there is a locket front missing at the back
