An Antique Russian Gold and Chrysoprase Egg Pendant

made in St. Petersburg between 1899 and 1904

The textured 14K gold miniature egg is embellished with a cabochon cut chrysoprase flower.

Marked with 56 zolotnik gold standard with initials of St. Petersburg assay master Yakov Liapunov and maker’s initials.

Height without suspension ring – 17 mm (11/16 in.)