2236 – Pearl pendant

Physical description:

A misshapen pearl (?), ridged and drop, shaped, in a metal (brass?) fitting with a suspension ring.

Museum classification:

Spells and charms

Size:

31 x 12 x 5

Information:

Misshapen pearls were a popular element in jewellery (see examples in the V&A) and curious items from the sea were popular as charms. T.Cadbury, 6/09/2011.

Resource:

Object

Materials:

Pearl (?), metal, brass (?)

Misshapen pearls were a popular element in jewellery (see examples in the V&A) and curious items from the sea were popular as charms. T.Cadbury, 6/09/2011.