18ct Gold Moonstone Crescent Moon Pendant dangle A wonderful antique mourning jewel

A wonderful antique mourning jewel with superb historical provenance

with only light surface wear and some small dings commensurate with age

circa 1890–1910

The warm Yellow Gold amplifies the Ruby’s vivid hue while the Diamonds add a delicate kiss of brightness at each side

The Pearls are mounted to neat domed caps with straight posts and butterfly backs in 14ct Gold for an elegant

18ct Gold Moonstone Crescent Moon Pendant dangle A wonderful antique mourning jewelDescription: A dreamy Victorian jewel, this crescent Moon pendant glows with a constellation of graduated Moonstones set in sumptuous 18ct Gold. The cabochons drift from petite to plump along the arc, their ethereal bluish sheen beautifully framed by delicate bead like detailing and a pierced inner edge for a touch of lace like lightness. Timeless and romantic, the celestial crescent was a beloved motif in the Victorian era, and this example captures