{"product_id":"estate-18k-yellow-gold-turquoise-natural-stone-carved-grecian-queen-pendant-victorian","title":"Estate 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise \u0026 Natural Stone Carved Grecian Queen Pendant","description":"This magnificent estate 18K yellow gold Victorian pendant weighing 18.1 grams and measuring 1 3\/4 x 3\/4 inches is a breathtaking example of high Victorian goldsmithing artistry at its most ambitious and accomplished. The pendant features a finely carved natural stone profile portrait of a Grecian queen rendered with exceptional sculptural detail — capturing the noble facial features, elaborate coiffure, and classical bearing that defined Victorian fascination with ancient Greek and Roman civilization and its ideals of feminine beauty and dignity. The carved stone portrait is crowned by an ornate 18K yellow gold head cap set with nine round cabochon turquoise stones, their vivid robin's egg blue color creating a striking and richly decorative contrast against the warm yellow gold that frames and elevates the carved portrait with regal opulence. The substantial 18.1-gram weight speaks to the exceptional gold content and three-dimensional construction of this remarkable pendant, which represents the pinnacle of Victorian archaeological revival jewelry — a movement deeply inspired by the classical antiquities unearthed during the great excavations of the nineteenth century. Please note that this pendant is offered as-is, with a tiny dent present in the head cap — a minor condition detail that in no way diminishes the extraordinary artistic and historical significance of this exceptional piece.\nStyle this Victorian Grecian queen pendant as a singular and irreplaceable statement that transcends the concept of mere jewelry — it is a wearable work of art and a direct connection to one of the most culturally rich and artistically ambitious periods in jewelry history. The pendant commands attention and conversation wherever it is worn, its carved portrait and turquoise-set gold crown creating a presence of genuine museum quality that pairs magnificently with formal evening attire, period costume, and any setting where exceptional historical jewelry is celebrated and appreciated. Victorian archaeological revival pieces of this caliber and subject matter are among the most passionately sought collectibles in the antique jewelry world, treasured by serious collectors for their extraordinary craftsmanship, historical significance, and irreplaceable individuality.\nElevate your collection with this estate 18K yellow gold Victorian turquoise and carved stone Grecian queen pendant, perfect for Victorian jewelry collectors, archaeological revival enthusiasts, carved portrait pendant admirers, antique gold jewelry seekers, or anyone desiring a genuinely extraordinary and historically significant wearable treasure with exceptional carved stone portraiture, turquoise-set gold crown detailing, and the irreplaceable artistry of high Victorian goldsmithing.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome of the photographs featured on this website have been enhanced or processed using artificial intelligence (AI) tools. While we strive to ensure that all images accurately represent our products, services, and subjects, please be aware that AI processing may alter certain visual details from the original photograph. We are committed to transparency and want our visitors to have a clear understanding of how our visual content is produced. If you have any questions about a specific image or our use of AI technology, please don't hesitate to contact us at info@nelsoncoleman.com.","brand":"Estate Towson - Emilia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51300463542550,"sku":"232-00924","price":1795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0884\/3863\/6822\/files\/019e0d3f-b544-7aa3-a113-b9e04981217d.original.png?v=1779400817","url":"https:\/\/nelsoncoleman.com\/products\/estate-18k-yellow-gold-turquoise-natural-stone-carved-grecian-queen-pendant-victorian","provider":"Nelson Coleman Jewelers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}