Antique Sterling Silver Pendant – W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham 1914
Repurposed from a broken Edwardian nail file handle
This unique pendant once formed the handle of a sterling silver nail file, part of an Edwardian vanity set by W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham. Dated 1914, it carries the original hallmarks: the WJM & Co. maker’s mark, the Birmingham anchor, the lion passant for sterling, and the date letter “P.”
The design is subtle yet elegant: a long, tapering form framed with a delicate floral repoussé border, its smooth centre left intentionally plain to catch the light. This restrained decoration shows the Edwardian preference for refinement over excess, making it versatile and timeless even today.
The pendant has been reimagined into wearable jewellery, suspended on a long modern chain (included). The piece is fixed securely in place on the chain, designed to hang neatly without shifting.
Details
Maker: W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham
Date: 1914
Material: Sterling silver (hallmarked)
Pendant length: [insert measurement]
Chain: Modern long necklace, included (not antique)
The story:
W. J. Myatt & Co. were well-known silversmiths producing dressing table sets and fine novelties. By saving this piece from a broken vanity item and reimagining it as a pendant, its craftsmanship and history are preserved as something to be worn and loved again.
Antique Sterling Silver Pendant – W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham 1914
Repurposed from a broken Edwardian nail file handle
This unique pendant once formed the handle of a sterling silver nail file, part of an Edwardian vanity set by W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham. Dated 1914, it carries the original hallmarks: the WJM & Co. maker’s mark, the Birmingham anchor, the lion passant for sterling, and the date letter “P.”
The design is subtle yet elegant: a long, tapering form framed with a delicate floral repoussé border, its smooth centre left intentionally plain to catch the light. This restrained decoration shows the Edwardian preference for refinement over excess, making it versatile and timeless even today.
The pendant has been reimagined into wearable jewellery, suspended on a long modern chain (included). The piece is fixed securely in place on the chain, designed to hang neatly without shifting.
Details
Maker: W. J. Myatt & Co., Birmingham
Date: 1914
Material: Sterling silver (hallmarked)
Pendant length: [insert measurement]
Chain: Modern long necklace, included (not antique)
The story:
W. J. Myatt & Co. were well-known silversmiths producing dressing table sets and fine novelties. By saving this piece from a broken vanity item and reimagining it as a pendant, its craftsmanship and history are preserved as something to be worn and loved again.
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