9ct Gold HORSE head pendant carnelian Hallmarked rare 24.3g medallion vintage
This is an absolutely stunning piece of rare commissioned jewellery from the 1970s. The hallmarking is on all sections of gold and a stunning and beautiful item of jewellery for any horse lover. It is the head of arkle the famous irish racehorse and shows large 3D head and mane – set on a glowing carnelian stone that is not only large and beautiful but also the colour of the horse. Scroll edges attached to the edge of the pendant and a hook to hang. Full hallmarked 375 gold london and makers mark of BK. Really is a collectors item. This has a 1981 valuation it’s such a unique item of jewellers. Was made for london socialite commissioned by her property developer husband. Valuation along with other fine pieces, from a kensington london jewellers. A museum piece such is the rarity. Weighs total of 24.3grammes. Actual measurement of oval is 53mm top to bottom – thats approx 2 inches. Width is 44mm which is approx 1.5 inches wide. The oringinal valuation from 1981 states – 9ct hallmarked gold and carnelian oval pendant with a scroll leaf pattern border superimposed in 9ct gold HM the head and mane of arkle. The gold scroll part is approx 5mm wide. The cornelian is approx 40mm x 32mm. The head is approx 9mm off the level – like 3D stands proud of the stone. All in top rate condition with no damage. Arkle has 375 as hallmark and another symbol i cant read. There is a gold loop link on the top for running a chain through. Would look wonderful on display and also could be easily adapted to make a brooch. Thanks for looking and keep me on your favourites for many more mainly mens incredible vintage items about to be listed. Have been a collector all my life but ill health means i need to make space so i can more easily care for myself and my home. There are lots of true original vintage clothes such as biba armani gucci karen millen levi strauss. 1960s and 1970s my favourites. Some of the items have been in storage and will be sent out as i find them, so washing of anything old is advised / if it can go in the washing machine it will have been laundered / i did not ever collect damaged or defective items so most are in truly excellent condition but anything of note will be mentioned so no surprises when you get them. Vintage clothing can vary a great deal in size so i will give measurements to help you. If you have any questions usually around to answer any questions quickly. This item is in the category “Jewellery & Watches\Fine Jewellery\Necklaces & Pendants”. The seller is “bibalilyrose” and is located in this country: GB. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Main Stone Colour: orange russet red
- Material: gold & gemstone
- Metal: Yellow Gold
- Secondary Stone: carnelian
- Colour: Gold
- Main Stone: carnelian
- Setting Style: Bezel
- Brand: london / birmingham maker setter
- Type: Pendant
- Metal Purity: 9ct
- Main Stone Shape: Oval
- Style: Chain, Choker, Pendant
- Base Metal: Yellow Gold
- Country of Origin: Great Britain
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