Step back in time with this beautiful turn-of-the-century Victorian / Edwardian era pendant necklace featuring a serene nature scene.
Shown in the photos, the necklace highlights a central oval plaque depicting a covey of quail or partridges nestled in wild grass. With its striking brass openwork and distinct history, it remains a wonderful decorative piece of antique sporting jewelry.
Item Details Era: Late Victorian to Edwardian (circa 1895–1915).
Subject: Lithographed wildlife scene featuring three wild quail/partridges in a field
Materials: Antique gold-tone brass filigree frame, brass book-chain style link chain, and an early celluloid/synthetic pictorial insert
Design Features: A dramatic diamond-shaped brass frame with openwork geometric accents, a stamped three-piece diamond separator bib at the neckline, and a smooth teardrop pendulum dangle swinging from the base
Clasp: Period-correct brass spring ring clasp that functions properly
Condition Report (Read Before Purchasing - Sold AS IS)
Celluloid Plaque Damage: The early celluloid insert is heavily cracked, fractured, and brittle across the center and lower right quadrant. There is slight lifting/separation of the material near the bottom prong. The underlying paper lithograph shows typical age toning/yellowing but the graphics remain sharp.
Metalwork & Chain: The brass elements are in great structural condition with an authentic, deep uncleaned antique patina. Prongs are secure, and the chain links are unbroken.
Please review the macro photographs to carefully evaluate the cracks.
