1910s British Edwardian Moonstone Négligée Pendant

This pendant from the Edwardian era in Britain, circa 1910s, is crafted from sterling silver and features moonstone. The dual-strand, asymmetrical design with one longer and one shorter drop below the main pendant is known as a "Négligée necklace." It was a classic style during the Edwardian period and Belle Époque at the turn of the 20th century, emphasizing graceful lines and delicate, lightweight aesthetics. There are various theories about the origin of the Négligée necklace's name. "Négligée" can be translated as "negligent" or "undressed," likely because early ladies' dressing gowns featured crossover V-necklines. This style of necklace, with its dual drops, complements V-neck tops beautifully, hence the name. Another interpretation of "Négligée" suggests that the asymmetrical design embodies a relaxed, nonchalant style—a "carefree" attitude that is precisely what lends it such captivating, effortless sophistication today. The piece features moonstone, cool and fluid like water, adding layered color variations and translucency to its delicate design. Moonstone is formed by two types of feldspar with different compositions and proportions growing in parallel. The optical properties of these feldspars differ, causing light to scatter. Consequently, the direction of viewing influences the display of blue light. One side, where light refracts strongly, reveals a pale blue reminiscent of moonlight, while the other side, with less refraction, appears more transparent. The pendant is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear, with some areas exhibiting more pronounced oxidation. It does not come with a chain; one can be purchased separately. This is a century-old antique piece, not a new item. Origin: United Kingdom Year: 1910s Material: Sterling Silver Gemstone: Moonstone Dimensions: 5.1x1x0.5 cm Weight: 1.79g Condition: Good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear, with some areas exhibiting more pronounced oxidation. Chain not included. Item Number: NE020_2503 Purchase Information: Antique jewelry refers to pieces that are "over one hundred years old." Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by 鑲珹古董珠寶 (Xiang Cheng Antique Jewelry) comes with a brand certificate detailing the era, materials, and other specifications. A full refund will be issued if the item does not match the certificate description. Each item's condition is meticulously documented with photographic equipment before sale to ensure customers are fully aware of any flaws or signs of use. Photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are urged to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Once the checkout process is completed, due to the unique nature of our merchandise, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including perceived flaws or depreciation. We kindly ask that customers reconfirm their purchase intent before checkout to prevent any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy "complimentary shipping on purchases of one item" for Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. Shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post. If registered post delivery is inconvenient, please specify "convenience store pickup" (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order and provide the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.