Early 19th Century French Romantic Era Scrollwork Diamond Pendant

This pendant hails from the Romantic era in France, dating between 1830-1850. It is crafted entirely from 18k gold and features a rose-cut diamond. Romanticism emerged as a reaction to the Industrial Revolution, championing nature and emphasizing personal emotion and senses. Unlike the flowing, nature-inspired styles of the Art Nouveau period, the Romantic pursuit of nature manifested not only in organic forms but also in material choices. For instance, materials like animal horn, shells, tortoiseshell, bone, and coral were characteristic selections for jewelry during this era. The design style often employed soft, curved lines reminiscent of unfurling fern leaves, adorned with shell motifs below. The base also features fluid, asymmetrical patterns, showcasing the organic naturalism of the period. A notable highlight of this pendant is the central rose-cut diamond. This cutting style features triangular facets, each resembling a petal, meticulously arranged to create a layered, rosebud-like appearance. When viewed from the side, it presents a tall, three-dimensional form, akin to a church spire. This cutting method was employed to preserve the diamond's maximum weight, rather than prioritizing maximum refraction as is pursued today. Consequently, it exhibits a subtle beauty that is not overly dazzling, retaining the antique charm of hand-cutting. The piece is in excellent overall condition, showing normal oxidation and signs of wear, with some areas more noticeable. As a century-old antique, it is not a new item. Origin: France Era: 1830-1850s Material: 18k gold Gemstone: Rose-cut diamond Dimensions: 3x1.5 cm Weight: 1.9g Condition: The pendant is in excellent overall condition, with normal oxidation and signs of wear, some areas being more noticeable. As a century-old antique, it is not a new item. Purchase Information: Antique jewelry refers to pieces that are "over a century old." Items less than a hundred years old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiang Cheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate detailing the piece's era, materials, and other specifications. A full refund will be issued if the item does not match the certificate's description. Each item's condition is meticulously documented with photographic equipment prior to sale to ensure customers are aware of any flaws or signs of use. The photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are kindly requested to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Once the checkout process is complete, due to the unique nature of the items sold by this brand, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including imperfections or depreciation. We urge customers to confirm their purchase intent thoroughly before checkout to avoid any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy "free shipping on any pendant purchase" for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via "registered post." If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify "convenience store pickup" (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order notes, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.