Victorian Zoomorphic Pearl Dove Pendant
Playful zoomorphic dove pendant dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1900. Carved from pearl, it features delicate feather-like surface texture and displays a gorgeous, silky lustre which dances under the light. Finished with a single garnet cabochon eye and buttery 15 carat gold fittings.
Doves have found their way into most corners of the Earth, except for the driest areas of the Sahara Desert, Antarctica and the high Arctic. These birds have an exceptional sense of direction and are able to navigate over long distances using the Earth's magnetic fields. Doves have also been used as symbols of peace and love for thousands of years: in ancient Greece, they were associated with Aphrodite, the goddess of love, and in Christian art, the birds are often depicted as carrying an olive branch, symbolic of peace.
Era: Victorian, circa 1900
Size: 12.3mm by 22.4mm
Stones: Pearl & Garnet
Marks: None, tested as 15ct gold
Condition: Great antique condition; three drill holes to the back - see images.
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[Last updated: September 2026]
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