This vintage 14k yellow gold heart with engine turned design is simply beautiful - featuring one small 4mm pearl accent. No engraving on back. Chain not included, available for purchase seperately.
Comes ready to gift in a beautiful blue velvet jewelry box.
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CARE & MAINTENANCE: We recommend wipe clean with water dampened cloth or warm water and mild soap on soft bristle toothbrush as needed. Pearls are especially delicate, if in doubt see a trusted jeweler. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from direct heat as it could mar natural pearl over time.
DESCRIPTION: 1.76g, 1.0" l (including bail) x .66" w x .20" d (including pearl) or 25 mm l x 17 mm w x 5.4 mm d
HISTORY & FACTS: Engine turning — sometimes also called guilloché in fine decorative arts — is a mechanical engraving process that cuts very fine, repeating geometric patterns into the surface of metal using a specialized machine (originally a rose engine lathe or straight-line engine). These patterns have an almost optical richness and shimmer, catching light beautifully.
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The technique dates back to at least the 18th century, originally used on watch faces and decorative objects long before widespread modern jewelry.
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Historically, engine turning was used by master craftspeople for exquisite detail — a heritage that translates beautifully when applied to gold jewelry.
