Sterling Silver 'Sweet Pea Society' Fob Pendant
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How adorable is this Sterling Silver 'Sweet Pea Society' fob pendant! On either side she is embossed with precious sweet peas, celebrating the Sweet Pea Society, which was first formed in 1899. Her book form makes her a fine statement piece to suspend from your favourite Silver chain.
The Sweet Pea Society was created by prominent horticulturalists to celebrate the arrival of the flower in the UK in 1699. They hold exhibitions and have even published books to create awareness around sweet peas. A society that is still running to this day, this delightful antique pendant pays great tribute to the work they have done over the years!
Item Details:
ERA: Post Edwardian, c.1913-14
MEASUREMENTS: Pendant is 43.5mm long, including jump ring.
Pendant itself is 30.5mm long x 21mm wide.
Weight: 13.2g
MATERIALS: Tests as Sterling Silver throughout
STAMPS & HALLMARKS: S.BROS, Birmingham Assay, Lion Passant, Date Letter 'O' for the year 1913-14 & Lion Passant on jump-ring.
PACKAGING: Your order will be gift wrapped free of charge in a Lillicoco cardboard box made from recycled materials, tied with a ribbon.
Condition:
VERY GOOD. A Sterling Silver 'Sweet Pea Society' fob pendant in lovely condition throughout. Her Sterling Silver has built up a gorgeous patina over her lifetime and her sweet pea embossings remain clear throughout. With her sturdy jump ring boasting original hallmarks, you can suspend her from a chain with the utmost confidence. She really does make the perfect gift for lovers of flowers, or even a member of the sweet pea society!
