1880s French Garnet Onyx Wax Seal Pendant

This pendant originates from France in the 1880s, crafted entirely from 18K gold with garnet embellishments on either side. The base of the wax seal is made of onyx. The pendant is charmingly petite, with intricate details that lend it a meticulously carved appearance. The upper half, full and reminiscent of an Easter egg, is adorned with lace-like curved lines and gold beads, featuring two garnets set with foil backing. Their deep, rich purple hue contrasts beautifully with the golden main body, exuding an aura of noble splendor. The lower base boasts a plump, rounded floral motif and interspersed patterned edging. Inlaid at the very bottom is onyx with parallel textures, presenting a striking black and white layered effect. When carved, the distinct color strata become apparent; the translucent white layer, like a sheer veil, creates a playful gradient even without further embellishment. We recommend pairing it with a pocket watch chain. The piece is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of oxidation and wear consistent with its age. One of the garnets has a crease in its foil backing, resulting in a subtle hairline mark visually, though the gemstone itself is free from cracks or damage. Please note this is a century-old antique accessory, not a brand-new item. Origin: France Era: 1880s Material: 18k gold Gemstones: Garnet, Onyx Dimensions: 2.8 cm Height (including bail), 1 cm Diameter of Onyx base Weight: 3.2g Condition: Good antique condition, with normal oxidation and signs of wear. One garnet exhibits a crease in its foil backing, causing a visual hairline mark; the gemstone itself is undamaged. This is a century-old antique accessory, not a new item. Purchasing Guidelines: Antique jewelry refers to pieces "over a century old." Items less than a hundred years old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All antique jewelry sold by Xiang Cheng will be accompanied by a brand certificate detailing the item's era, materials, and other specifications. A full refund will be issued if the item does not match the description on the certificate. Prior to sale, each item's condition is thoroughly documented using photographic equipment to ensure customers are fully aware of any imperfections or signs of wear. Photographs form an integral part of the product description. Therefore, customers are urged to carefully assess their purchase intent before checkout. Once checkout is complete, due to the unique nature of our merchandise, we regret that returns or exchanges cannot be accepted for any reason, including minor imperfections or signs of age. We kindly ask that customers reconfirm their purchase decision before finalizing their transaction to prevent any disputes. Shipping Methods: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any one pendant purchase to Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All orders within Taiwan will be sent via registered post by the post office. If registered mail is inconvenient, please indicate your preference for convenience store pickup (7-11 or FamilyMart) in your order, along with the store name or code. Shipments to Hong Kong and Macau will be sent via SF Express.