This vintage 9ct gold tennis‑themed pendant necklace is a delightful mid‑century piece, designed as a tennis racquet and ball with crisp engine‑turned decoration. The miniature gold ball is mounted in relief, adding dimension and charm to the pendant’s sporting motif.
Made in 1962, this pendant sits firmly within the golden era of tennis, when icons such as Margaret Court and Billie Jean King were rising to international prominence. Its playful yet refined design captures the spirit of the sport during a decade defined by powerful female players and a growing global enthusiasm for tennis.
Suspended from a fine‑link 9ct gold chain, the pendant offers a light, elegant silhouette ideal for everyday wear or particular sporting occasions. A highly wearable example of British mid‑century jewellery design, perfect for tennis lovers, collectors of vintage jewellery, and anyone seeking a distinctive pendant with authentic period character.
Assay marks: Full British hallmarks for London, 1962
Dimensions: Pendant 2.5cm; Chain 18.0in / 45.7cm
Weight: 1.8g
