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Vintage/Estate Rock Crystal “Water Bearer” Aquarius Intaglio Zodiac Pendant with Chain Option
Vintage/Estate Rock Crystal “Water Bearer” Aquarius Intaglio Zodiac Pendant with Chain Option
We have always been fascinated by the stars. Here, we have an unusual Aquarius pendant — a deep, faceted rock crystal carved with an intaglio of the Water Bearer. pouring forth life. The zodiacal constellations have long been associated with Ancient Greece. More recent scholarship has traced origins to Ancient Mesopotamia — and we observe that influence in the depiction of the human figure in this intaglio.
The intaglio is suspended from a handcrafted, minimalist 18k gold setting, embellished with a tiny champagne diamond. We believe this is a one-of-a kind pendant.
We have paired the Water Bearer with our Forte dei Marmi chain, whose lean links are reminiscent of antique watch chains. Feel free to wear the chain on its own or with other pendants. The chain can be clasped at any of the long links, for extra versatility. You may find it soon becomes a jewelry wardrobe favorite.
Option to purchase pendant with chain or pendant only. If you wish to purchase the chain only, please contact us for price and availability.
Pendant unmarked; chain marked 14k, Italy.
18k gold and rock crystal (pendant); 14k gold (chain).
Dimensions and weight:
● Pendant: 49.5 mm long, 29 mm wide, 18.5 mm deep, 32 grams
● Chain: 2.5 mm wide, 30 inches long, 14.6 grams
Period: Late 20th Century (pendant); Contemporary (chain).
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. We observe under close inspection minor edge wear on the rock crystal behind the gold fitting, as well as reinforcement by a discreet application of jeweler’s epoxy at the fitting to add security to the pin setting (not readily discernible and not detracting from the beauty or structural integrity of the piece). Mentioned for completeness.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
We have always been fascinated by the stars. Here, we have an unusual Aquarius pendant — a deep, faceted rock crystal carved with an intaglio of the Water Bearer. pouring forth life. The zodiacal constellations have long been associated with Ancient Greece. More recent scholarship has traced origins to Ancient Mesopotamia — and we observe that influence in the depiction of the human figure in this intaglio.
The intaglio is suspended from a handcrafted, minimalist 18k gold setting, embellished with a tiny champagne diamond. We believe this is a one-of-a kind pendant.
We have paired the Water Bearer with our Forte dei Marmi chain, whose lean links are reminiscent of antique watch chains. Feel free to wear the chain on its own or with other pendants. The chain can be clasped at any of the long links, for extra versatility. You may find it soon becomes a jewelry wardrobe favorite.
Option to purchase pendant with chain or pendant only. If you wish to purchase the chain only, please contact us for price and availability.
Pendant unmarked; chain marked 14k, Italy.
18k gold and rock crystal (pendant); 14k gold (chain).
Dimensions and weight:
● Pendant: 49.5 mm long, 29 mm wide, 18.5 mm deep, 32 grams
● Chain: 2.5 mm wide, 30 inches long, 14.6 grams
Period: Late 20th Century (pendant); Contemporary (chain).
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present. We observe under close inspection minor edge wear on the rock crystal behind the gold fitting, as well as reinforcement by a discreet application of jeweler’s epoxy at the fitting to add security to the pin setting (not readily discernible and not detracting from the beauty or structural integrity of the piece). Mentioned for completeness.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.