This pendant began life as part of a sterling-silver manicure set, crafted in Birmingham in 1905 by Edward Souter Barnsley & Co. Once forming one half of a pair of delicate silver scissors, it has been preserved and reimagined into a striking pendant that honours its original craftsmanship while transforming its purpose.
Where the companion piece carries ornate scrollwork, this version reveals the clean architectural side of Barnsley’s design — a sculptural oval frame with subtle casting marks that speak to its handmade origin. The smooth loop and tactile weight feel deliberate and balanced, a quiet nod to Edwardian restraint within everyday luxury.
Details
Origin: Birmingham, England
Maker: E.S. Barnsley & Co (Edward Souter Barnsley, active 1887–1920)
Hallmarks: Lion passant (sterling), Anchor (Birmingham), date letter “f” (1905)
Maker’s Mark: E.S.B.
Material: Solid sterling silver
Style/Period: Edwardian, with refined form and understated detail
Chain not included (pendant only)
Why It’s Special
Part of a matched pair, this pendant represents the quieter half of Edwardian artistry — functional, elegant, and meticulously made. Once held between the fingers of a turn-of-the-century dressing table, it now holds a different kind of grace as a preserved fragment of silver history.
Condition
As a salvaged antique component, it retains small marks and irregularities consistent with its past use, adding texture and authenticity to its surface.
Dimensions
Weight: 3.12 g
Length: 34 mm
Width: 24 mm
Thickness: 4 mm
Care Notes
Polish gently with a soft silver cloth when needed. Avoid chemical dips to preserve its antique finish
This pendant began life as part of a sterling-silver manicure set, crafted in Birmingham in 1905 by Edward Souter Barnsley & Co. Once forming one half of a pair of delicate silver scissors, it has been preserved and reimagined into a striking pendant that honours its original craftsmanship while transforming its purpose.
Where the companion piece carries ornate scrollwork, this version reveals the clean architectural side of Barnsley’s design — a sculptural oval frame with subtle casting marks that speak to its handmade origin. The smooth loop and tactile weight feel deliberate and balanced, a quiet nod to Edwardian restraint within everyday luxury.
Details
Origin: Birmingham, England
Maker: E.S. Barnsley & Co (Edward Souter Barnsley, active 1887–1920)
Hallmarks: Lion passant (sterling), Anchor (Birmingham), date letter “f” (1905)
Maker’s Mark: E.S.B.
Material: Solid sterling silver
Style/Period: Edwardian, with refined form and understated detail
Chain not included (pendant only)
Why It’s Special
Part of a matched pair, this pendant represents the quieter half of Edwardian artistry — functional, elegant, and meticulously made. Once held between the fingers of a turn-of-the-century dressing table, it now holds a different kind of grace as a preserved fragment of silver history.
Condition
As a salvaged antique component, it retains small marks and irregularities consistent with its past use, adding texture and authenticity to its surface.
Dimensions
Weight: 3.12 g
Length: 34 mm
Width: 24 mm
Thickness: 4 mm
Care Notes
Polish gently with a soft silver cloth when needed. Avoid chemical dips to preserve its antique finish
