'No grit, no pearl.' We like to think that this vintage gold opening shell charm is a perfect wearable reminder that sometimes life knocks you down and you have to endure some rough patches but these only make you a stronger more beautiful human being in the process!
The charm has lovely detailing to both sides of the shell and opens to reveal a faux pearl inside
The charm is made of 9ct yellow gold and has British hallmarks for 9ct gold, what looks to be the Sheffield Assay Office mark (the hallmarks are a little hard to make out clearly) and the date letter 'S' for 1992. The charm weighs approx 2.1g and measures approx 13.7mm wide by approx 19.6mm tall (not including the jump ring) by approx 4.8mm deep when closed.
Condition - The charm is in good vintage condition but does show signs of age and wear including surface wear to the gold and faux pearl. There is some glue visible inside the shell from when the faux pearl has been set. The hinge mechanism still works well and the charm rests closed so it can move and open when worn, it does not click closed. Due to the way the shell hangs and the weight of each half of the shell it does tend to sit closed when worn on a necklace. There is a small area where the gold has chipped to one side of the shell on the edge. The jump ring is currently pushed closed. Please see photos.
*Please note the chain and antique box pictured are not included in the sale but the charm will be shipped in a new presentation box and pouch*
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Vintage 1992 9ct gold opening shell charm with faux pearl inside
All items are carefully wrapped and packaged in a gift pouch. In the UK, we always post items via Royal Mail's Special Delivery service which is fully tracked and insured. Items sent outside of the UK are sent via Royal Mail's International signed for service, which offers insurance for up to £250 and tracking.