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Antique Victorian Vulcanite grapes pendant

Regular price £199.00 GBP
Regular price Sale price £199.00 GBP
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An attractive and interesting antique Victorian grapes pendant.

The pendant is crafted in rich black Vulcanite and it a teardrop shaped pendant with a beaded border and an applied central motif of a bunch of grapes.

It has a wonderful 3d effect to it and is a nice chunky piece.

Grapes were a popular theme in the Victorian era symbolising fertility and abundance.

Vulcanite was first invented or discovered in 1839 by Charles Goodyear and it is a compound made up by mixing together rubber and sulphur to produce vulcanised rubber.

It was a popular alternative to Whitby Jet as it was easier to source and not to mention cheaper, now original Vulcanite pieces are highly sought after and collectable gems, not unlike this incredible Victorian chain.

It's dark Aesthetic also made it a go to choice for mourning jewellery.

Condition:
Good used condition overall with some signs of use and wear, Vulcanite still a good black shade with minor lightening, it has no bale.

Approx measurements:
2.5" length
1.75" width

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