An Art Nouveau Antique Russian Floral Pendant
made in Moscow between 1908 and 1917
56 zolotniks polished rose gold (14K – 583), over 2 carats of Russian demantoid garnets from the Ural Mountains with typical “horsetail” inclusions.
height without bail – 2 3/8 in. (6,1 cm)
Marked on bail with Cyrillic workmaster’s initials ‘ ВП ‘
The frame is struck with Moscow assay mark, and 56 zolotniks standard (14K-583 gold).