14K Yellow Gold Love Cut-Out Pendant Necklace with Wardair Presentation Box
Necklace with Pendant · Yellow Gold with a warm, classic hue
Purity: 14K (585 fineness), indicating 58.3% pure gold content
Type
Necklace with Pendant
Purity
14K (585 fineness), indicating 58.3% pure gold content
Gold Type
Yellow Gold with a warm, classic hue
Weight
Estimated at 2.5 to 4.0 grams total for the pendant and fine cable chain
Description
A charming and sentimental 14K yellow gold pendant necklace featuring an openwork circular design with floral motifs and the word LOVE integrated into the lower portion. Resting in a vintage plum-colored velvet presentation box bearing the Wardair airline logo, this piece combines sentimental charm with mid-century travel nostalgia.
Key Features
Openwork cutout design, integrated 'LOVE' typography, floral accents, original vintage airline presentation box
Color & Finish
High polish mirror finish with bright yellow gold coloration
Hallmarks & Stamps
Box interior features the Wardair logo stamp in gold foil; standard purity stamps likely located on the pendant bail or clasp
Dimensions Estimate
Pendant diameter approximately 18-20 mm; chain length approximately 16-18 inches (standard princess length)
Gemstones & Inlays
None, features an openwork filigree and typography design
Clasp & Closure
Standard spring ring or lobster claw clasp (implied by the chain type)
Chain & Links
Delicate machine-made cable chain with uniform round links
Craftsmanship Details
Cast and pierced openwork construction with delicate soldered jump rings and clean finishing on the typography
Authentication Indicators
Classic 14K gold color tone, well-defined stamp on the presentation box interior, clean solder joints on the pendant bail
Origin & Maker
Presented in a Wardair branded jewelry box, suggesting Canadian airline provenance or promotional origin
Era & Period
Late 20th Century / Retro / 1970s-1980s sentimental jewelry style
Age Estimate
Circa 1970s to 1990s
Cultural Significance
Representing the sentimentality of the late 20th century, 'Love' themed jewelry became immensely popular during the pop art and romantic revival movements
Condition Notes
Very good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age and storage; presentation box shows slight aging
Value Estimate
Primarily valued for its gold melt weight plus a modest collectible premium due to the vintage Wardair presentation box
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft-bristled brush; store in a separate compartment or its original velvet box to prevent scratching
Similar Items
Standard 14K gold word pendants, vintage sentimental lockets, and openwork floral charm necklaces
Interesting Facts
Wardair was a well-known Canadian international charter and scheduled airline founded by Wardair Canada in the mid-20th century, making branded items like this interesting collector pieces for aviation and travel memorabilia enthusiasts