Mid-Century Vintage Italianate Gold & Opal Pendant

In the mid-1960s, there was a brief but intense love of all things Italian in American design. Importing Italian sports cars, cooking Italian cuisine, and purchasing clothes inspired by modern and ancient Italy have suddenly become fashionable. Even items like this, which could easily be described as Victorian Revival, clearly have Mediterranean influence, from the textured gold work to the opal “tassels” that hang beneath it. The beautiful pendant is hand-fabricated in gold and features a textured design, set with a central 4ct white opal that showcases every rainbow color dancing across its surface. The mid-century opal pendant is a one-of-a-kind item, unlike any we have ever seen- a true collectible.

Details: Mid-Century Italianate pendant in 14k yellow gold set with solid 4ct oval Australian opal and 3 round opal bead accents, measures 2 inches long, circa 1965.