ANTIQUE EDWARDIAN c1900 LUCKY WISHBONE & SEED PEARL SWALLOW PENDANT 9ct YELLOW GOLD

A gorgeous Antique Australian piece converted from a brooch to a pendant with a concealed bale to the back.

Beautifully handcrafted c1900 by early Australian Jewellers Aronson & Co, featuring their distinct flag hallmark to the back.

What we love:

The lovely sentiment in this piece, the wishbone has been a symbol of good luck for hundreds of years, in Edwardian times the act of giving wishbone jewellery become a symbol of love, believed to bring two people closer together.

Such a unique, wearable pendant, the seed pearl set swallow holding a flower to its beak is gorgeous, simply stunning on! 

The Details:

Size:  3.2cm

Metal:  9ct Yellow Gold

Hallmarks:  Flag, 9ct, wheat sheaf symbol (Australian Jewellers Manufacturing Association for 9ct gold purity)

Weight:  2.19 grams

Condition:  In excellent Antique condition, converted from a brooch to a pendant

About the maker:

Rosenthal, Aronson & Co. was a prominent jewellery manufacturer based in Melbourne, Australia, that operated during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The company was founded in the 1880s by Max Rosenthal and Isaac Aronson, who were both skilled jewellers with a passion for creating high-quality, unique pieces.

The company quickly gained a reputation for its innovative designs and exquisite craftsmanship, and it became one of the most successful jewellery manufacturers in Melbourne. Rosenthal, Aronson & Co. specialized in creating bespoke pieces for their clients, including engagement rings, brooches, bracelets, and necklaces.

In addition to their work as jewellers, Rosenthal and Aronson were also passionate about promoting the arts in Melbourne. They were involved in the founding of the National Gallery of Victoria, and were instrumental in establishing the city's reputation as a cultural hub.

Throughout the early 20th century, Rosenthal, Aronson & Co. continued to thrive, producing some of the most beautiful and innovative jewellery of the era. The company was known for its use of precious and semi-precious stones, as well as its intricate metalwork and filigree designs.

During the mid-20th century, however, Rosenthal, Aronson & Co faced increasing competition from international jewellery manufacturers, and the company eventually closed its doors in the 1960s. Rosenthal, Aronson & Co. remains an important part of Melbourne's cultural and artistic heritage.

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