21/06/2026
Available - first come, first served.
Edwardian 9ct Gold Natural Aquamarine & Pearl Lavalier Pendant
The Era
Imagine the elegant drawing rooms and graceful soirées of the early 1900s. King Edward VII had taken the throne, ushering in an era defined by a sudden lightness and soft femininity, leaving the heavy, darker jewellery of the Victorian mourning period firmly in the past.
Lavalier pendants—characterised by their delicate open wirework and sweeping, articulated drops—became the absolute height of fashion for society women. They were designed specifically to sway and catch the light, resting beautifully against the skin or suspended perfectly over the high, intricate lace collars that defined the fashion of the day.
This truly wonderful lavalier captures that Edwardian romance perfectly. Measuring approximately 60 x 30mm, it is a substantial size. The delicate openwork design provides a beautifully airy feel, yet it remains very substantial in hand.
The pale blue of the natural aquamarines is completely eye clean and incredibly sparkly, providing a stunning contrast against the gentle, silvery lustre of the natural seeded pearls. It has survived in wonderful condition, and I must say, it is much prettier in person.
WGI Certificate Details:
For complete peace of mind, this necklace is accompanied by a physical World Gemological Institute (WGI) certificate (WGI9634171412), providing independent laboratory verification of the following specifications:
Metal: The pendant and chain are verified as 9-carat yellow gold.
Gemstones: The piece features three round mixed-cut natural aquamarines (Natural Beryl) and 35 near-round natural seeded pearls.
Total Aquamarine Carat Weight: The aquamarines have a combined weight of 1.15 carats.
Colour and Clarity: The aquamarines are graded as pale blue and are completely eye clean.
Pearl Specifications: The natural seeded pearls measure between 1.00 and 1.50mm, displaying a white colour with a silver overtone and good lustre.
Total Jewellery Weight: 5.81 grams.
Clasp: lobster clasp.
Pricing and Value
This is a wonderful opportunity for an antique collector. It is important to note that a WGI laboratory valuation focuses strictly on the raw material cost and gemstone weight, rather than the historical value, rarity, or antique provenance of the piece. Because they do not value the history, someone is getting a wonderful buy here. This pendant is priced extremely competitively, especially given the gold weight, wonderful condition, and laboratory certification.
WGI Estimated Retail Value: £2,700.00
Selling Price: £895.00
Payment Methods
Direct bank transfer to the business bank account (preferred).
Via the website, which offers long-term payment plans and immediate delivery of the piece.
Direct split payments arranged with myself.
Postage
Fully insured Royal Mail Special Delivery (RMSD) is included in the price, and the physical WGI certification will be shipped securely alongside the pendant.
