VICTORIAN CRESCENT MOON CHARM c.1860s

This stunning Victorian diamond crescent moon charm, dating back to the 1860s, captures the era’s fascination with the celestial. The graduated curve of this pendant is adorned with a dazzling array of 7.25 carats of brilliant old European cut diamonds. The interplay of light and sparkle is breathtaking, a testament to the Victorian jeweler's art.

In a time before platinum became workable and white gold was introduced (circa 1920s/30s), achieving an uninterrupted sparkle required ingenuity. Enter silver-topped gold: a technique where high-carat gold is overlaid with silver. This method combined the strength of gold with the bright, reflective quality of silver, creating the illusion of a white metal that was both durable and dazzling.

The Victorian diamond crescent moon charm is an enchanting symbol of the 19th century’s blend of scientific discovery and mystical wonder. Adorning yourself with this Victorian crescent moon charm celebrates the Victorian fascination with the moon as a powerful feminine goddess and a symbol of change and renewal. An exquisite collector’s item that tells a story as old as time itself.

Period: Victorian
Year: 1860s
Material: Gold, Silver, 7.25cts. Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Weight: 7.77g
Length: 40.25mm/1.58 inches
Width: 32.16mm/ 1.26 inches
Condition: Pristine Antique, Converted from a Brooch

Chain sold separately