Necklace with pendant - 18 kt. Yellow gold - 18K gold pendant necklace
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€ 510
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Selected by Laura Trevino
She has 15 years' auction experience, specialising in vintage jewellery from 1920 to 2000.
Estimate € 1,300 - € 1,600
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This 45 cm vintage necklace has a yellow gold pendant depicting Saudi Arabia’s national emblem, is made of 18-carat gold, weighs 7.7 g and has no gemstones or laboratory report.
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Description from the seller
18 Carat Yellow Gold Necklace with Pendant – Saudi Arabia Emblem – Historical Provenance Linked to the House of Saud
General Description
A set consisting of an 18 carat yellow gold chain and an ornamental pendant bearing the national emblem of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
An especially interesting piece for combining 18 carat gold, Saudi historical symbolism, and a unique family provenance history.
Technical Characteristics
* Type: necklace with pendant.
* Material: yellow gold.
* Purity: 18 carats (750 fineness).
* Hallmarks: 18K mark on the chain and 750 stamp on the pendant.
* Total weight: 7.7 grams.
* Chain length: 45 cm.
* Precious stones: none.
* Pendant: circular ornamental perforated design.
* Chain: manufactured after 1995, approximately.
* Pendant: estimated from the 1980s.
* Condition: very good, with light signs of use.
Design and Ornamentation
The pendant features a circular composition with a delicate ornamental perforated edge.
In its central part, the national Saudi emblem is represented, consisting of a palm tree over two crossed swords.
The decoration combines relief floral and geometric motifs, with dark-toned details that enhance the design.
This is a piece of ornamental aesthetics linked to the historical symbolism of Saudi Arabia.
Provenance and Family History
The pendant has a particularly singular family provenance.
According to the direct testimony of the current owner's mother, the piece was personally gifted to her by Saudi prince Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during an encounter in Vic (Catalonia, Spain), approximately in 1983-1984.
Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was a member of the Saudi royal family and brother of the King of Saudi Arabia.
His presence in Catalonia is historically documented, as well as the acquisition of important properties in the Osona region, including Rocafort and Rocabruna estates, near Santa Maria d’Oló, close to Vic.
The chain currently accompanying the pendant is later, approximately 1995, and forms the set offered in this auction.
The family has kept the pendant since its original delivery.
There is no original documentation of the gift nor photographs from the moment of delivery. The personal provenance is based on the recipient's testimony and is supported by historical references to the prince's presence in Catalonia.
Historical and Collectors’ Interest
A jewel that gathers several elements of interest:
* 18 carat yellow gold.
* National emblem of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
* Vintage ornamental design.
* Family provenance attributed to a member of the House of Saud.
* History linked to Catalonia during the 1980s.
Especially interesting for collectors of historical jewelry, objects related to Saudi Arabia, collectors of pieces linked to royal families, and buyers interested in 18 carat gold jewelry for its precious metal content.
The complete set of chain and pendant is offered, with a total weight of 7.7 grams.
A singular piece that combines material value, ornamental interest, and family history.
18 Carat Yellow Gold Necklace with Pendant – Saudi Arabia Emblem – Historical Provenance Linked to the House of Saud
General Description
A set consisting of an 18 carat yellow gold chain and an ornamental pendant bearing the national emblem of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
An especially interesting piece for combining 18 carat gold, Saudi historical symbolism, and a unique family provenance history.
Technical Characteristics
* Type: necklace with pendant.
* Material: yellow gold.
* Purity: 18 carats (750 fineness).
* Hallmarks: 18K mark on the chain and 750 stamp on the pendant.
* Total weight: 7.7 grams.
* Chain length: 45 cm.
* Precious stones: none.
* Pendant: circular ornamental perforated design.
* Chain: manufactured after 1995, approximately.
* Pendant: estimated from the 1980s.
* Condition: very good, with light signs of use.
Design and Ornamentation
The pendant features a circular composition with a delicate ornamental perforated edge.
In its central part, the national Saudi emblem is represented, consisting of a palm tree over two crossed swords.
The decoration combines relief floral and geometric motifs, with dark-toned details that enhance the design.
This is a piece of ornamental aesthetics linked to the historical symbolism of Saudi Arabia.
Provenance and Family History
The pendant has a particularly singular family provenance.
According to the direct testimony of the current owner's mother, the piece was personally gifted to her by Saudi prince Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud during an encounter in Vic (Catalonia, Spain), approximately in 1983-1984.
Saad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud was a member of the Saudi royal family and brother of the King of Saudi Arabia.
His presence in Catalonia is historically documented, as well as the acquisition of important properties in the Osona region, including Rocafort and Rocabruna estates, near Santa Maria d’Oló, close to Vic.
The chain currently accompanying the pendant is later, approximately 1995, and forms the set offered in this auction.
The family has kept the pendant since its original delivery.
There is no original documentation of the gift nor photographs from the moment of delivery. The personal provenance is based on the recipient's testimony and is supported by historical references to the prince's presence in Catalonia.
Historical and Collectors’ Interest
A jewel that gathers several elements of interest:
* 18 carat yellow gold.
* National emblem of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
* Vintage ornamental design.
* Family provenance attributed to a member of the House of Saud.
* History linked to Catalonia during the 1980s.
Especially interesting for collectors of historical jewelry, objects related to Saudi Arabia, collectors of pieces linked to royal families, and buyers interested in 18 carat gold jewelry for its precious metal content.
The complete set of chain and pendant is offered, with a total weight of 7.7 grams.
A singular piece that combines material value, ornamental interest, and family history.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Style
Vintage
Metal
Yellow gold
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
18 kt.
Total weight
7.7 g
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Gender
Women
Country of origin
Saudi Arabia
Title additional information
18K gold pendant necklace
Length
45 cm
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