Victorian 14k Tassel Pendant Circa 1870 April 4th Bacchus rendering her into stars

Bacchus rendering her into stars when she died

Dimensions: 59mm x 45mm not including bale

like a tear running off a cheek

wrapped around a leaf

Materials and Features: Pinchbeck (pansy)

Victorian 14k Tassel Pendant Circa 1870 April 4th Bacchus rendering her into starsTraditionally, a tassel is defined as a hanging ornament usually in the form of threads suspending from cord. Jewelers have long interpreted tassels in a myriad of ways using a wide variety of materials. The popularity of tassels in jewelry can be seen down through the ages beaded, braided, and made from popular motifs of the era. Tassels are infinitely articulated and lend movement and sensuality to jewelry. This gorgeous example comes in form of a