14k Victorian Lavalier Pendant with Enamel Decoration on a 10k Barrel Clasp Chain *include special red ribbon* April 4th flowing and floral garland motifs

flowing and floral garland motifs were so popular that the Edwardian period is sometimes called the “garland era

When buckles appear in my joyous pieces

especially Renaissance revival and Holbeinesque

8” long- remember that the puffy construction does take up space on the hand

this piece is not only versatile but classic

14k Victorian Lavalier Pendant with Enamel Decoration on a 10k Barrel Clasp Chain *include special red ribbon* April 4th flowing and floral garland motifsLavaliers are believed to have been named after the Duchess Louise de La Vallire, the mistress of French King Louis XIV in the mid 17th Century. The term lavalier refers to a necklace or pendant that finishes in a single stone dangling from the base, often a pearl or diamond. In pendant form, the lavalier often has delicate work, sometimes with feminine and floral motifs. Lavaliers were simple yer elegant, dancing with the movement of the wearer. This