What is it?
A sweet antique French pendant with a round hoop which frames the holly branch design or "branche de houx". The berry details are suitably set with vibrant red pastes in a millegrain edged setting and the piece had been crafted from 18ct gold
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Antique French Holly Pendant with Red Paste
Age -
Antique - 20th century
Metals -
18ct yellow gold, marked
Stones -
Red paste, total 2, eight cuts
Marks -
This piece has a French eagle head mark for 18ct gold as well as a French maker's mark, likely for Robert Grandjean with R G initials and a balance scale at the centre
Measurements -
26.6mm - full drop, 18.4mm - circumference
Weight - 1.13g
Condition -
Very good antique condition with some indications of use, such as two minor dents to the outter edge of the hoop. One red paste is set at a slight angle; both are secure
