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(RESERVED) Victorian Acorn cannetille pendant
A charming Victorian acorn cannetille pendant, crafted in 14k gold. The top of the acorn is a textured wood-like cap, while the bottom round nut is decorated with delicate Cannetille wirework.
The pendant is hollow due to the difficulty of obtaining precious metal back in the time. But therefore is comfortable and not heavy for daily wearing.
There is a small hole on top of the pendant as the trace of molding: to make hollow jewelry, a mold is made and a small hole is reserved to allow the mold material to drain out after the mold is completed. The holes can also prevent air pressure changes from damaging the pendant.
This pendant really showcases the wonderful craftsmanship of antique jewelry in a time when precious metals were limited.