Antique Edwardian Connemara Marble Irish Love Heart Silver Necklace

Antique Edwardian heart pendant set in sterling silver. The heart features three Connemara marble hearts inlaid into the silver heart.

The piece has a number of marks indicating the pendant was made by W.J.H from sterling silver in Birmingham, England in 1906.

ERA

Edwardian, 1901-1915

HISTORY

Connemara is a famous region in the west of Ireland. It means “Inlets for the Sea” in the Irish language and has tremendous rugged beauty. Connemara holds a particular fondness for those seeking the old-fashioned and quintessential Ireland. With its ‘forty shades of green’ and its wild patterns, it represents perfectly the landscapes of the Emerald Isle. Connemara Marble inspired artists, architects and artisans throughout the world. Jewellery and other small objects such as key rings, coasters and crosses are also made with this unique stone. Connemara Marble is a rare form of marble found in the region, which is typically greenish in colour. It is said to be one of the rarest forms of marble in the world due to its limited supply and dates back over 600 million years. The marble itself is formed when limestone is heated under pressure. While the colour is predominately green there are often shades of grey and brown seen throughout. It dates back to the Precambrian era. (Source: Rubylane)

MEASUREMENTS

The pendant measures 1.8cm / 0.7 in height and width 1.5cm / 0.5". The chain measures 45.7cm / 18" in length.

CONDITION

The pendant is in excellent antique condition.

SKU

6534

ABOUT US

Mayveda Jewellery was founded by Tiffany and Gillian Didham. Inspired by their great, great Grandmother ‘Mayveda’ the brand was created to celebrate one-of-a-kind fine antique jewellery and expertly crafted designer vintage costume jewellery. Mayveda seeks pieces of jewellery of the highest quality and historical significance.

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