In the Victorian era, the acorn was more than a seed. It was a powerful symbol of potential aand perseverance. "From the tiny acorn grows the mighty oak" was a metaphor that resonated deeply in a time that cherished moral growth, quiet strength, and the long arc of becoming.
ATERIALS: silver, rose cut diamonds, 1/4" baroque pearl, new 14k gold chain and bale
AGE: c. 1890
CONDITION: Very good - we've converted this piece from a stickpin into a pendant
SIZE: 3/4" length including the bale, 1/4" width, 18" chain