Antique Victorian "EL" Monogram Love Token Pendant
Regular price
$4,000.00
Sale
A Victorian Sentiment, Reimagined for the Modern Storyteller
In the Victorian era, ordinary coins were taken to a jeweler, ground smooth, and engraved by hand with initials, names,dates, and symbols of devotion. Each love token is a one-of-a-kind antique—a story writ small enough to wear close to your heart.
This extraordinary piece features a rich, dark patinated silver ground framed by an ornate geometric inner border,creating a dramatic, high-contrast backdrop for the interlocked initials "E" and "L". Unlike traditional flat engravings,the sweeping script of the "EL" cipher rises in gold relief with intricate cross-hatched details. The bold juxtaposition of tone and dimensionality transforms two letters into an architectural emblem of personal connection.
Shown set in 14k yellow gold with a herringbone-engraved bezel, a solitaire bezel-set diamond, and a diamond pavé bail. The coin pictured is one example from the vault; we hold others like it, and yours will be chosen with you, in the setting of your choice.
Design & Setting Details (As Shown)
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The Antique Coin: 19th-century U.S. Seated Liberty Quarter coin, minted over a century ago.
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The Monogram & Finish: Interlocked "EL" monogram featuring gold relief script set against a heavily patinated dark field and a carved geometric border.
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The Setting: Handcrafted 14k yellow gold bezel detailed with fine herringbone engraving.
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The Accents: A solitaire bezel-set diamond paired with a sparkling diamond pavé bail.
Bespoke & Vault Selection
The coin pictured represents a piece from our antique vault. Because every authentic love token is a one-of-a-kind original, yours will be selected with you.
We offer complete custom design services:
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Hand-select your preferred antique coin from our vault.
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Choose your setting metal, purity (14k, 18k, or 22k), and bezel detailing.
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Add custom gemstone accents or build an entirely bespoke design from scratch.
Product Specifications
| Detail | Specification |
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| Setting Metal | 14k Yellow Gold |
| Antique Host Coin | Seated Liberty Quarter |
| Monogram | "EL" (or "LE") Monogram |
| Pendant Dimensions | Scaled to Seated Liberty Quarter (~24.3 mm host coin diameter) |
| Craftsmanship | Authentic 19th-Century Love Token |
Ready to Customize Your Piece?
Every piece we make can be made yours—engraving, stones, or something that doesn’t exist yet.