20th Century English Sterling Silver Enamel Compass Pendant

This pendant hails from England, crafted from sterling silver and featuring a functional compass. The cardinal directions are meticulously hand-painted in enamel, with maker's marks suggesting it's from the 1900s onwards, though incomplete markings make precise dating difficult. Beneath the glass, hand-painted enamel indicates direction, with distinct designs on both sides. Silver beads accent the outer ring of each of the eight cardinal points, resembling a ship's wheel—a fitting nod to the compass's vital role in maritime navigation. The piece bears the maker's mark "W.A." and hallmarks from the Birmingham assay office for sterling silver. The year stamp is incomplete and unreadable. As an antique item, the pendant shows visible signs of oxidation. The glass exhibits normal wear and tear with minor scratches, while the enamel directions remain largely intact without significant loss. This is a century-old piece, not a new item. Origin: England Year: Circa 1900s Materials: Sterling Silver, Glass, Enamel Dimensions: Diameter 2.5 cm, Thickness 0.6 cm, Bail Diameter 0.7 cm Weight: 5.73g Condition: Antique condition with visible oxidation. The glass has normal wear and tear with scratches. Enamel is largely intact. Important Notes on Purchase: "Antique jewelry" refers to pieces over one hundred years old. Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All antique jewelry sold by Xiangcheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate detailing the piece's era, materials, and other specifications. We offer a no-questions-asked refund if the item does not match the certificate. Each item's condition is meticulously recorded with photographic equipment before sale to ensure members are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. These photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, members are urged to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Once checkout is complete, due to the unique nature of our items, we are unable to accept returns or exchanges for any reason, including perceived flaws or depreciation. We kindly request members to confirm their purchase decision thoroughly before completing the transaction to prevent any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any jewelry purchase to Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please indicate your preference for convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.