Spinning Carousel 14k Gold Dankner Living Charm Mechanical Vintage Pendant
In the 1960's, American jeweler Henry Dankner & Sons created and patented this most unique jewel...the Living Charm. This fully functional charm is a Carousel with 4 horses ridden by jockeys. Very few of these precious treasures were ever made. When the charm is wound, the horses spins, thanks to a watch movement in the charm which work flawlessly. The horses and jockey helmets are enhanced by yellow, dark green, red and white enamel. It has a minor enamel loss as shown in the pictures. The charm Measures 1-1/8" x 13/16" x 3/4" (27.5mm x 21mm x 19mm) without rings and weighs 18.1 grams. The bottom is Hallmarked 14K GOLD "D"(surrounded with wreath leaves). The charm is in very good vintage condition. Dimensions: 1-1/8" x 13/16" x 3/4" (27.5mm x 21mm x 19mm) Weight: 18.1 grams Metal: 14K yellow gold Marked: 14KT
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