Gold and pearl pendant “Philippine”

Description

This new TransfÓ or transformation signed ÓNÍSÌ PARIS is an antique tie pin from the Bonaparte era in rose gold set with 4 fine pearls. In the shape of a diamond, this pendant embellished with a fixed bail is haloed with motifs of gold beads and foliage. The shimmering gold caseback catches the light for a most striking effect. A piece that is both characteristic of the late nineteenth century by its pattern, and timeless by the simplicity of its design.
Length: 1.6cm with bail, 1.1cm without.
Width: 1.1cm
Weight: 0.85g
Eagle hallmark
This unique piece had a previous life in France.

The story: the so-called “Bonaparte” period jewelry is jewelry from the end of the nineteenth century characterized by the recurrence of certain distinctive motifs: yellow and pink gold, the chiseling of gold in scrolls or arabesques, the engraving of plant motifs and fine pearls. Empress Eugenie, wife of Napoleon III, was particularly fond of them and they can be found in many pieces of jewelry of the time, including pendants, medallions, rings and sleeper earrings.