Converted from a hatpin at some point in history, this Art Nouveau pendant features a pair of irises amid a swirl of stems and leaves. In the language of flowers aka floriography, the iris symbolizes wisdom and courage. Modeled in 14k gold with a single seed pearl at the tip on a new 18" 14k gold chain.
MATERIALS: 14k gold (tests), 2mm seed pearl, new 14k gold chain
AGE: c. 1910
CONDITION: Very good - converted from a hatpin into a pendant
SIZE: 1 1/4" including the bale, 1/2" diameter, 18" chain