Victorian Diamond & Pearl Star Pendant coin jewellery so typical of the Aesthetic

so typical of the Aesthetic movement of the same period

The cornicello (aka cornetto or corno portafortuna

The stone rests in an eight-claw mount with an openworked flower petal design behind

Medusa is the best known of the three monstrous Gorgon sisters

Wearable length: 18

Victorian Diamond & Pearl Star Pendant coin jewellery so typical of the AestheticDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A fabulous antique diamond and pearl star pendant. It's set with velvety pearls graduated in size along the points of the star, with a centre diamond surrounded by six pearls, creating a floral shape. The pendant has an original pearl bail with brooch fittings and is crafted in 18k gold. Dates from the Victorian period, circa 1880. STONES Pearl & Diamond MEASUREMENTS 3. 3 x 3. 1 (not including bail) Bail: 1. 1cm length WEIGHT