Dating back to the 1920s, this Deja Vu Gilded Silver Opal and Diamond Pendant is a beautiful example of Art Deco design, when gilded silver was frequently used as an elegant, more affordable alternative to platinum for showcasing coloured gemstones against sparkling diamonds. At its centre sits a milky, opalescent cabochon opal, its surface shifting through soft flashes of blue, green and gold as it catches the light — the kind of gentle, ever-changing play of colour that has made opal one of the most captivating gemstones for over a century.
The opal is claw set within a delicate teardrop-shaped surround of rose cut diamonds, a cutting style popular in the period for the way its domed, faceted crown catches light with a warm, candlelit sparkle rather than the sharper brilliance of modern cuts. A single rose cut diamond sits at the top of the pendant near the bail, echoing the halo below and adding a final touch of sparkle to the piece's silhouette.
The pendant hangs from a 9ct rose gold fancy link chain measuring 42cm, its decorative, textured links offering a subtle contrast to the smooth gilded silver of the pendant itself. Delicate, luminous and rich with period character, this piece is a lovely example of 1920s craftsmanship — a wearable piece of vintage history with genuine old-world charm.
Opal Dimensions: 9mm x 13mm
Total Diamond Weight: .25ct
Pendant Dimensions: 22mm x 14mm
Pendant is suspended from a 42cm 9ct rose gold fancy link chain.
This is an estate item and comes with a one year guarantee.