18th Century Miniature Portrait Pendant

18th Century Miniature Portrait PendantA remarkable, oversized miniature portrait dating from the latter half of the 18th century, circa 1780. Mounted in a simple gold frame with dished back, it hangs from a length of what appears to be the original turquoise velvet ribbon. The woman wears a simple white blouse and a three strand natural pearl necklace. Era: Georgian, circa 1780 Size: 5. 2cm by 6. 5cm Weight: 35. 6 grams Marks: None, tested as 9ct gold Condition: Great antique condition

and thus his virility and strength

The open bracelet - comprising thick

it's impossible to authentically replicate and gives the metal its own unique appearance: dark areas of oxidation on the crevices

6 grams (pair)

and Marcus Crassus

the technique for producing sapphire and ruby in the laboratory having been perfected by Auguste Verneuil a few decades earlier

in the mythology of every human culture: the fairies of Ireland

8ct calculated weight)

they each display a slightly different

the waxing first quarter is referred to as "crescent" or "increscent"

surrounded by a halo of old single cut diamonds - the stones are set in platinum with a simple

Condition: Great antique condition with lovely patina