{"product_id":"antique-silver-minas-novas-quartz-pendant","title":"Antique Silver Minas Novas Rock Crystal Pendant","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating to the mid 18th century and in sublime condition a scarce antique pendant, we believe of Iberian origin consisting of a gorgeously plump pear shaped centre framed by an open lacy border all set with hand faceted Rock Crystal likely from the Brazilian ‘Minas Novas’ mines which Portugal had control over at the time. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Crystals all custom cut by hand to fit the arrangement, they were then set over foil to accentuate their immense glitter. Likely once part of a much larger set of jewels, this piece would have been quite splendid and coveted in her day and worn by only the most prestigious and wealthy; (see the portrait of Queen Charlotte of Mecklenberg-Strelitz). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuited to a more modest (but still immensely glittery) ensemble, we feel she would make the most special wedding or birthday gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStones: \u003c\/strong\u003ewe have tested the stones as White Rock Crystal. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal: \u003c\/strong\u003eSilver, tested but unmarked. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e just over one inch lengthways, whilst the vintage Silver chain measures 17 inches in length, or you could wear slipped onto a fine pure silk ribbon. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fetheray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57620572701047,"sku":"#74648","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0672\/4559\/files\/antique-silver-minas-novas-rock-crystal-pendant-74648-05.jpg?v=1792838716","url":"https:\/\/www.fetheray.com\/products\/antique-silver-minas-novas-quartz-pendant","provider":"Fetheray","version":"1.0","type":"link"}