Antique Silver Thermometer & Compass Pendant
A lovely and unusual piece from the late Victorian period, with a nod to the Aesthetic Movement. This interesting pendant is made from sterling silver (marked .925 on the outer frame) and is glass fronted. Behind the glass sits a compass coupled with a thermometer around it. I believe the compass is working and I cannot say for certain whether the thermometer still is, though the liquid appears to be in approximately the correct place. It is unusual to find a compass coupled with a thermometer and this is what makes this piece extra special. To the back is some pretty engraving, which includes leaves and flowers; the natural world combined with science. The piece takes a very pleasing form and would look wonderful worn on a silver chain.
NB. A silver bail could be added for free through the top bail if required. Please let us know if you would like this.
Details:
Materials - Sterling Silver, Glass
Age - C1890s
Size - The pendant measures approx 31mm long including the bail and is around 18mm wide.
Condition - Very good. Some wear commensurate with age. The compass appears to be working, though seems a little unreliable.
Weight - 6.32g
A lovely and unusual piece from the late Victorian period, with a nod to the Aesthetic Movement. This interesting pendant is made from sterling silver (marked .925 on the outer frame) and is glass fronted. Behind the glass sits a compass coupled with a thermometer around it. I believe the compass is working and I cannot say for certain whether the thermometer still is, though the liquid appears to be in approximately the correct place. It is unusual to find a compass coupled with a thermometer and this is what makes this piece extra special. To the back is some pretty engraving, which includes leaves and flowers; the natural world combined with science. The piece takes a very pleasing form and would look wonderful worn on a silver chain.
NB. A silver bail could be added for free through the top bail if required. Please let us know if you would like this.
Details:
Materials - Sterling Silver, Glass
Age - C1890s
Size - The pendant measures approx 31mm long including the bail and is around 18mm wide.
Condition - Very good. Some wear commensurate with age. The compass appears to be working, though seems a little unreliable.
Weight - 6.32g
A lovely and unusual piece from the late Victorian period, with a nod to the Aesthetic Movement. This interesting pendant is made from sterling silver (marked .925 on the outer frame) and is glass fronted. Behind the glass sits a compass coupled with a thermometer around it. I believe the compass is working and I cannot say for certain whether the thermometer still is, though the liquid appears to be in approximately the correct place. It is unusual to find a compass coupled with a thermometer and this is what makes this piece extra special. To the back is some pretty engraving, which includes leaves and flowers; the natural world combined with science. The piece takes a very pleasing form and would look wonderful worn on a silver chain.
NB. A silver bail could be added for free through the top bail if required. Please let us know if you would like this.
Details:
Materials - Sterling Silver, Glass
Age - C1890s
Size - The pendant measures approx 31mm long including the bail and is around 18mm wide.
Condition - Very good. Some wear commensurate with age. The compass appears to be working, though seems a little unreliable.
Weight - 6.32g