Item:
Antarctic Granite heart shaped pendant with 9ct gold 'Tera Nova' Expedition monogram and suspension loop
Description:
Granite collected during the first year of the 'Tera Nova' expedition fashioned into a heart with 9ct gold Penguin on globe monogram surrounded with the words "BRITISH ANTARTIC [SIC] EXPEDITION, TERRA NOVA, R.Y.S. "
This pendant was fashioned in New Zealand (Jeweler currently unknown, information would be much appreciated). It is believed these were given to Expedition sponsors and the wives of the crew (again, any further information would be gratefully received).
Dimensions:
Width: 29mm
Length: 38mm (including loop)
Provenance: Purchased 2018