A fine piece of antique Australian history, we have this nicely detailed Antique monogrammed pendant, by Willis & Sons of Melbourne, circa 1880-1910.
Detailed with a fancy 'ANA' monogrammed lettering, this piece would have originally belonged to a member of the "Australian Natives association".
Established in Victoria, circa 1871, The Australian Natives Association was formed by and for Australian men of light skin, designed to promote a sense of Australian identity amongst Australian born white men.
By the year 1910, the association had expanded nationally, with over 28 thousands members Australia wide.
An interesting piece of Antique Australian jewellery, perfect for anyone who appreciates the rich and diverse history of Australia.
Details
- Hallmarks for Willis & Sons- Unicorn, 9, and a capital letter W.
- Weighs 2.51 grams.
- Measures approx 25mm in diameter.
- The large 8mm jump ring is a modern replacement.
Condition
Good preloved antique condition, with some signs of wear that are commensurate with age and use. Some fine marks, scratches and patina are present. Some signs of rub wear to the hallmarks are present.
Please note
We usually leave our vintage, antique and preloved jewellery unpolished to suit buyer preference, however we are more than happy to polish any items upon request. For pieces consisting of delicate materials or components such as enamel, opal or pearls, we will polish gently only with a soft cloth to ensure preservation and originality of the piece. Please leave a note at checkout, or contact us prior to purchase to request your items to be polished before being sent to you.
