Victorian Fish-Scale Pique Heart Pendant Day & Night it dates from the 1890s

it dates from the 1890s

and remain in fantastic condition considering their age

Modelled in 15k gold

were more than likely imported from South America - the Victorians clearly weren't too concerned with geographical authenticity

A sweet romantic sentiment

Victorian Fish-Scale Pique Heart Pendant Day & Night it dates from the 1890sDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 An exquisite high Victorian pique heart pendant, circa 1870. The moulded tortoiseshell features a wonderfully intricate gold and silver inlay: a diagonal band across the front of the heart, with fish scale pattern through the middle and highly ornate borders. MEASUREMENTS 2. 0 x 1. 6cm (not including jump ring) WEIGHT 1. 9g MARKS No marks present, gold inlay and silver split ring CONDITION Excellent