{"product_id":"15ct-seed-pearl-starburst-pendant-brooch-australian-made-over-100-years-ago-collectors-piece","title":"15ct seed pearl starburst pendant\/brooch - Australian made over 120 years ago! Collectors piece.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) pb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex min-h-0 grow flex-col text-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"LR5Y_W_content markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis is one of those pieces that makes you stop. Not simply because it is beautiful, but because something this extraordinary has travelled through more than a century and arrived here in such remarkable condition. \u003cstrong\u003e(pendant\/brooch only - chains are for styling purposes only).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMade in Melbourne by Willis \u0026amp; Sons in the early 20th century, likely circa 1904–1914, this spectacular Australian Edwardian starburst feels almost impossibly romantic. Eight long golden points radiate from its centre, set with 41 graduated seed pearls that become progressively smaller as they travel towards the tips. A 42nd pearl sits in the detachable bale. Remarkably, all 42 remain — a testament to the craftsmanship of a jewel made more than a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThere is romance in the choice of pearls, too. In the late Victorian and Edwardian world, seed pearls were associated with purity, innocence and youth, and were considered especially appropriate jewellery for young unmarried women. The grander old-cut diamond starbursts of the era tended to belong to the jewellery wardrobes of married women, for whom wearing important diamonds was considered more socially appropriate. It makes you wonder who this beautiful pearl star was first gifted to all those years ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt its heart sits a larger pearl surrounded by a beautiful cluster, creating an extraordinary celestial burst. Stars carried associations of light and guidance, while the eight-pointed star has long been connected with renewal and regeneration — rather perfect for a jewel beginning another chapter more than a century later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe reverse tells another part of its story. The unicorn head — taken from the Willis family crest — followed by \u003ccode\u003e15\u003c\/code\u003e and the capital \u003ccode\u003eW\u003c\/code\u003e is the recognised Willis \u0026amp; Sons mark used after the company was incorporated in 1904. Although hallmarked 15ct, XRF testing revealed a fascinating construction detail: the base tests at 15ct gold, while the pearl-set upper section tests at 18ct gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThen there is the ingenuity. The pearl-set bale slides completely from a tiny hook on the reverse, transforming the pendant into a brooch — exactly as its original owner could have worn it more than a century ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003ePerhaps it was given to a young woman to mark a birthday, an engagement or another important moment in her life. We can never know. What we do know is that someone treasured it enough for its 42 delicate pearls, fine golden points and clever fittings to survive more than a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAnd now it gets to be worn again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhat an extraordinary piece of Australian jewellery history to have found.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGOLDEN GIRL NOTICE and T\u0026amp;Cs:\u003c\/strong\u003e All measurements and weights are approximate. These are preloved vintage pieces that have been carefully curated for you to enjoy for years to come. Antique and vintage jewellery may have imperfections or age-related wear which adds to its charm and character. I will mention and photograph any major imperfections in the description and photographs. Photographs form part of the description. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAll pieces are examined by my jeweller before being sent. Pieces cannot be returned due to change of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetails: Weighs 4.7g  - 15ct seed pearl brooch\/necklace. XRF tests 15ct underneath and 18ct on top. 42 seed pearls. 3.5cm W x 4.7cm tall (including bale) Stamped Unicorn head, 15ct W - 4.5cm across - Excellent antique condition. Need to make sure the clasp is pushed up into the pin holder if using as an extender. This is an antique piece and due care is essential due to its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJewellery Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean gently with a soft clean cloth and avoid harsh chemicals and abrasives. 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