This authentic Belle Époque horseshoe pendant is crafted from solid 18-carat French gold, converted from an original stick pin. The original French eagle head hallmark is preserved on the bail, offering a clear mark of origin and quality.
 
Set with three natural old mine cut diamonds (approximately 0.80 carats, F/G colour, excellent clarity), the pendant sparkles with antique brilliance.
 
Four richly coloured sapphires, totalling around 1 carat, add contrast and depth—two are bright blue with minimal inclusions, while the other two feature a deeper blue tone with subtle internal characteristics. Gemstone testing confirms these stones as sapphires, with no fluorescence under longwave UV light. Based on their visual and chemical properties, these are identified as early synthetic sapphires—a common choice during the Belle Époque, when flame fusion techniques made high-quality sapphires more accessible. Combining natural diamonds with synthetic sapphires was standard for the period, reflecting both innovation and design sophistication.
 
The pendant measures 30.5mm long including the bail (the horseshoe is 25mm x 21mm) and weighs 4.92 grams, with a 3mm thickness that gives it a substantial presence. Ideal as a statement pendant or layered with antique charms, this piece blends symbolic meaning with historical elegance.