A fascinating antique sterling silver pendant titled “The Perpetual Calendar”, dating to 1899. This ingenious late Victorian piece features a rotating central disc, with the days of the week engraved at the edge.
The disc turns smoothly to align with the calendar pressed into the body of the pendant, allowing the wearer to determine the correct weekday alignment — a clever and practical mechanical design typical of the era’s fascination with novelty and function.
Beautifully detailed and wonderfully preserved, it is both a decorative and conversational piece. The crisp lettering and clean movement make it a particularly strong example.
A stunning and collectible antique, perfect for lovers of mechanical jewellery and unusual silver pieces.
Era:
Late Victorian, 1899.
Hallmarks:
Fully hallmarked for Birmingham Assay Office, with date letter ‘Z’ for 1899, placing it at the very end of the Victorian period.
Dimensions:
Height 36mm
Diameter 24mm
Jump ring 5mm
