10ky Mother of Pearl Antique Pencil

Sourced from our Estate collection

Who can resist something gold, antique, and usable?! This 10ky Mother of Pearl Pencil pulls apart to open, and can easily be worn as a pendant (until you need to jot a few notes down). The Mother of Pearl inlay flashes as it moves with the curvature of the pencil, making this an eye-catching piece. Being Edwardian, this lovely pencil has stood the test of time and still contains graphite inside.

$1,400.00 (CAD)

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Details

Material

10k Yellow Gold

Stones

Mother of Pearl

Length

2.8 inches

Weight

14.59g

Condition

Good, signs of wear from age

Pull to extend and open pencil

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Created:2024/05/24 18:37

About

Edwardian Era

(1901 - 1910)

Also known as “Le Belle Epoque” period, the Edwardian Era was derived from Edward VII, renowned for his love for all things lavish. Pearls and diamonds were most significant stones of the Edwardian Era, heavily leaning into a light, ethereal style. Bows, ribbons, and lace were the key motifs of this era.

Commonly made from platinum, Edwardian jewellery was fabricated with great detail while still being lightweight and comfortable to wear. The technique of millegrain emerged, which is small beads of metal bordering a stone or added as a border around a piece. Paving the way for “White on White” fashion, Cartier became the official jewellery supplier to King Edward. The innovative approach to platinum with invisible settings and millegrain detail made Cartier a powerhouse of the era. Nearing 1910, “Black and White” took over from the “White on White” aesthetic. Platinum pieces containing pearls and diamonds were worn on black ribbons, and darker stones/enamel were used as accent details. After the start of World War I, life changed dramatically. Jewellery all but disappeared as metals- platinum in particular. These precious metals were used in the making of weaponry, bringing the Edwardian Era to a close.

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