Composition

Mount Details

ConstructionHand-made and cast parts with a polished finish
DesignFour-leaf rock crystal and diamond clover pendant
Metal Purity18ct yellow gold — tested using electro-chemical equipment
Markings / HallmarksNot hallmarked. Under the UK Hallmarking Act 1973, many antique pieces are legally exempt from hallmarking requirements. This piece has been assessed and is consistent with the period and metal type indicated.
Gross WeightApproximately 4.8 grams
Curated FromEngland

Gemstone Details

Measurements and grading are approximate and represent the average of all gemstones in each section, unless actual measurements are noted.

Diamond Screening: All diamonds have been screened and are confirmed to be of natural origin.

Rock Crystal

Quantity4
CutHeart-shaped, lapped
Weight per StoneEstimated 1.25ct
Estimated Total5.00ct
Dimensions10.50mm × 9.00mm × 3.00mm (approximate)
ColourNear colourless
Other DetailsFrosted finish

Diamond

Quantity4
CutEight-cut
Weight per StoneEstimated 0.01ct
Estimated Total0.04ct
Dimensions1.25mm × 1.25mm × 0.75mm (approximate)
Colour GradeG
Clarity GradeVS2
GirdleCould not be examined due to style of setting

The Fortunate Heart

Name: The Fortunate Heart
Brand: Ane Antrin
SKU: 083-26
Price: 1150.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Victorian (1837–1901)

Storied Find #: 083-26

Constructed approximately 1895–1905, at the turn of a century, this pendant speaks in the language of optimism — four heart-shaped panels of frosted rock crystal, lapped to a fine finish and individually set, radiating from a polished gold centre in the form of a four-leaf clover. The near-colourless crystal soft against the warm mellow depth of the 18ct yellow gold framework that holds it. Diamonds at the stem and centre to punctuate the clover. This is a piece made by a jeweller working at the height of their craft, the cast and hand-fabricated elements seamlessly resolved. A transitional object that carries the meticulous hand-bench tradition of the Victorian era into the more confident elegance of the Edwardian moment just arriving.

In the Victorian language of gems, rock crystal spoke the most unambiguous of all pledges: "Forever thine." Inclusions within the stone were called Cupid's arrows or Venus' hair — love made visible inside the mineral itself. Clear, enduring, and without artifice, it was the gem of absolute transparency between two people. The four-leaf clover has long been worn as a wish for good fortune, deepening the tender language already written into the stones.

Sustainability

Antique (Approx. 126 years old). By choosing a storied find from the Victorian era, you are participating in an ethos that values the enduring spirit of an object. This piece represents a commitment to preservation, requiring no new mining.

Composition

Mount Details

ConstructionHand-made and cast parts with a polished finish
DesignFour-leaf rock crystal and diamond clover pendant
Metal Purity18ct yellow gold — tested using electro-chemical equipment
Markings / HallmarksNot hallmarked. Under the UK Hallmarking Act 1973, many antique pieces are legally exempt from hallmarking requirements. This piece has been assessed and is consistent with the period and metal type indicated.
Gross WeightApproximately 4.8 grams
Curated FromEngland

Gemstone Details

Measurements and grading are approximate and represent the average of all gemstones in each section, unless actual measurements are noted.

Diamond Screening: All diamonds have been screened and are confirmed to be of natural origin.

Rock Crystal

Quantity4
CutHeart-shaped, lapped
Weight per StoneEstimated 1.25ct
Estimated Total5.00ct
Dimensions10.50mm × 9.00mm × 3.00mm (approximate)
ColourNear colourless
Other DetailsFrosted finish

Diamond

Quantity4
CutEight-cut
Weight per StoneEstimated 0.01ct
Estimated Total0.04ct
Dimensions1.25mm × 1.25mm × 0.75mm (approximate)
Colour GradeG
Clarity GradeVS2
GirdleCould not be examined due to style of setting

Condition

Very Good

This pendant has been sympathetically conserved by us — one of the hand-assembled heart joins had separated at some point in its long life, and a second was found to be stressed. Both have been professionally attended to, restoring the piece to full structural integrity. The metal is beautifully preserved, showing only honest, gentle wear. The four diamonds are well-protected within their settings and show little to no surface wear. Under magnification, a small chip is present to the side of one of the rock crystal heart panels — not visible to the naked eye. All settings are secure and the piece is structurally sound for continued enjoyment.

Keeper's Guide to Care

Everyday Wear

The rock crystal and diamonds in this pendant are both members of the resilient end of the gemstone world — rock crystal rates 7 on the Mohs scale, diamond a perfect 10, and both will accompany you through daily life with ease.

For your interim refresh at home, a bowl of lukewarm, mild soapy water and a very soft toothbrush is all you need. Rinse with cool — never hot — water and pat dry with a soft lint-free cloth. Keep this pendant away from sudden temperature extremes, which quartz dislikes, and away from harsh chemicals, perfumes, and hairsprays before wearing.

The hand-assembled construction of this pendant, with its individually fitted settings and gold framework, benefits from an annual professional check-up — a trusted jeweller can confirm all joins remain sound, all settings secure, and give the piece the deeper clean it deserves.

You'll also receive:

✦ Oval Leatherette Case
✦ The Ane Antrin Little Black Book (Hand-bound)
✦ Insured & Tracked Shipping (Signature Required)

£1,150.00

UK tax included. Local taxes and international duties may apply upon delivery.

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