Description
An instantly recognisable and fabulously hand-crafted Amy Sandheim sterling silver statement pendant necklace c1930. This is a seriously sparkly piece of rather huge proportions. I love the combination of the large faceted amethyst at the top of the pendant, and the blue topaz coloured pastes which are cut sublimely to bounce so much light around. Of course, there is a hand-crafted silver cap, which is on both sides of the main drop.
Such an unusual and opulent design, which I think is sensational because of both the size and the colours of those faceted stones. There is the typical large Amy bale set discreetly behind the amethyst. It would accommodate many types of chain. The substantial A&C sterling silver chain you see here is included but if you wish to purchase the pendant without the lovely sautoir chain, that can be negotiated. Please just drop me a line.
The pendant is huge, measuring a tiny touch under 10cm. The chain is a well-executed and heavy Arts and Crafts chain measuring approx 99cm (39 inches). The amethyst and pastes have been superbly faceted and then set in their own mille grain finished settings. It is a really attractive piece. In pleasing condition generally, with one chip to the top paste on the right side (top). The stone is secure and I did not think it necessary to start replacing the stones…..you never get quite the same shade and these all match beautifully. Definitely not worth compromising the overall look of the piece as she is so spectacular as is. The sparkles on that main stone too, are sublime! She will certainly not hang around long at all before zooming off to her new home.
An absolute treasure! I shall post in a new gift box by Special Delivery within the UK or else by express international courier. Thank you. Boxes in the images are for display only -thank you.
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