1880s Norwegian Enamel Painted Sterling Silver Stamp Pendant

This sterling silver pendant from Norway, dating back to the 1880s, features a beautifully hand-painted enamel design of a 20øre (Norwegian currency) stamp. The stamp design, featuring a post horn, was first issued in 1872. This coiled brass instrument, without valves, was used by postal carriers and on mail coaches in the 19th and 20th centuries to signal for priority passage on roads. The meticulous hand-painted enamel captures the intricate details of the stamp design. The wings in each corner, the crown atop the post horn, and the vertical stripes in the background are all delicately rendered. The sterling silver base is shaped to mimic the perforated edges of a postage stamp. This is a truly unique and beautifully crafted piece with a charming theme. The item is in good antique condition, showing normal signs of patina and wear consistent with age. The enamel has only minor chipping, with one visible mark in the lower left corner. The overall design remains complete. Please note that this is a century-old antique, not a new item. Origin: Norway Year: 1880s Materials: Sterling Silver, Enamel Dimensions: Stamp 2.5 x 2 cm, Bail 0.5 cm Weight: 4.33g Condition: Good antique condition, with normal patina and signs of wear. Minor enamel loss, one visible mark in the lower left corner. Overall design is intact. Important Information: Antique jewelry refers to pieces that are over 100 years old. Items less than a century old are classified as vintage or second-hand jewelry. All jewelry sold by Xiangcheng Antique Jewelry comes with a brand certificate of authenticity, detailing the piece's era, materials, and other specifics. We offer a full refund if the item does not match its description on the certificate. Prior to sale, each item's condition is thoroughly documented using photographic equipment to ensure transparency regarding any flaws or signs of wear. These photographs form an integral part of the item description. We kindly request that customers carefully consider their purchase intentions before completing the checkout process. Due to the unique nature of the items we sell, all sales are final. We are unable to accept returns or exchanges for any reason, including minor imperfections or signs of age. Therefore, please double-check your order before finalizing your purchase to avoid any misunderstandings. Shipping: Enjoy complimentary shipping on any jewelry purchase within Taiwan, Hong Kong, Macau, and Japan. All shipments within Taiwan will be sent via registered post. If registered mail is inconvenient, please specify 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 handled by SF Express.