Antique c. 1900s Fabergé Carved Unakite Hardstone Royal Monogram Egg Pendant Fob

Item specifics:

• Maker: House of Fabergé

• Circa: 1900s

• Materials: Unakite (Semi-precious hardstone), 18k Gold-Plated Silver

• Style: Easter Egg Pendant / Watch Fob

• Features: Applied Royal Monogram with Crown

• Appraised Value: $3,000 (Appraisal document included with purchase)

Historical Context & Provenance

The tradition of gifting finely crafted, miniature stone eggs during the Easter season was a hallmark of high society and imperial courts in Eastern Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The House of Fabergé elevated this tradition to an unparalleled art form, employing master lapidaries to carve semi-precious hardstones into perfectly proportioned, tactile objects of virtue.

Miniature egg pendants such as this one were traditionally worn on a lady’s necklace or suspended from a gentleman’s watch chain as a fob. Over time, individuals of noble status would collect multiple eggs to commemorate significant dates, creating exquisite, customized clusters. The inclusion of the applied gold-plated silver royal monogram surmounted by a crown signifies that this specific piece was either commissioned for, or gifted to, a prominent member of the nobility.

Item Description

This extraordinary antique pendant is masterfully carved from a solid piece of Unakite, a premium semi-precious hardstone prized for its vibrant, mottled matrix of salmon-pink orthoclase feldspar, green epidote, and clear quartz. The lapidary work is exceptional, resulting in a perfectly smooth, polished ovoid form that interacts beautifully with the light.

The face of the egg features a delicately pierced and intertwined royal cipher (monogram), intricately crafted in 18k gold-plated silver. The monogram is crowned, adding a distinguished regal element to the piece. The egg is securely mounted with an ornate, fluted gold-plated silver cap and a sturdy suspension ring (bail), allowing it to be easily added to a chain or fob collection.

Hallmarks & Condition

The pendant is in excellent antique condition, commensurate with its age and careful preservation. The Unakite stone is smooth and free of major chips or cracks, showcasing its natural inclusions and vivid color contrast perfectly. The gold-plated silver mounts retain their beautiful antique patina.

The suspension bail features clear, distinct hallmarks, including the ’88’ silver standard mark indicative of the era’s premium silver purity, alongside the maker’s marks.

Included Documentation

This item is offered with a professional appraisal valuing the piece at $3,000. The physical appraisal document will be securely shipped alongside the pendant.

Reference Images

Please carefully review the provided high-resolution photographs to fully appreciate the stone’s unique matrix, the intricacy of the applied monogram, and the stamped hallmarks.

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