Royal blue

A high carat gold and silver love token heart pendant, circa 1840. It is set with a plaque of royal blue enamel surmounted by intertwined diamond hearts, within a surround of rose-cut diamonds. The heart is surmounted by a bow-ribbon set with rose-cut diamonds and a natural pearl. The pendant measures 1 and 1/3 inches by 3/4 of an inch. The term ‘royal’ blue was first used around 1810 when King George III contested clothiers across the country to create a colour shade suitable for utilisation by royalty. A firm of clothiers in Somerset won the competition and the triumphant hue was chosen for a robe for Queen Charlotte. As royal blue gowns became de rigeur, so did royal blue jewels to complement them. Very fine quality, immaculate.

£1950
Item ref : FO1