{"product_id":"vintage-sterling-silver-opening-lady-chatelaine-needle-holder-pendant","title":"Vintage Sterling Silver Opening Lady Chatelaine Needle Holder Pendant","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA wonderfully whimsical treasure of sewing history, this beautiful vintage sterling silver chatelaine style needle holder pendant is as charming as it is functional.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCrafted in the form of a beautifully detailed lady in traditional dress, this delightful figural piece conceals a hidden sewing secret – the pendant gently pulls open at the waist to reveal a needle holder within, a clever nod to the practicality and elegance of bygone eras.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRich in character and craftsmanship, the pendant features lovely embossed detailing throughout the dress and bodice, evoking the romance of antique chatelaine accessories once worn by seamstresses and ladies of the Victorian and Edwardian periods.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThough vintage in age, it beautifully captures the spirit of earlier sewing implements and collectible novelty silver.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA truly enchanting piece for collectors of sewing antiques, chatelaine accessories, figural silver jewellery, haberdashery curiosities, or anyone drawn to unusual heirloom treasures with a story to tell. Wear as a conversation-starting pendant, add to a charm collection, or treasure as a unique keepsake from a gentler age.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Stamped 925 accompanied by a makers mark 'AA knight'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Weighs 12.84 grams.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e Measures approx 61mm X 21mm, not including the jump ring. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003e The large jump ring is soldered, and has an inner diameter of approx 7mm.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGood preloved vintage condition, with some minor signs of wear.  Some fine marks, scratches and vintage patina are present.  The pendant clicks shut securely at the waist. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Unbranded","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52114902155575,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/9280\/7479\/files\/57_11f5a8de-7388-4b76-9036-c1d0789e566c.jpg?v=1778475239","url":"https:\/\/athenaraincollective.com\/products\/vintage-sterling-silver-opening-lady-chatelaine-needle-holder-pendant","provider":"Athena Rain Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}