This hard-to-find antique pierrot/harlequin pendant originates from France and features a beautifully detailed arlecchino in colorful enamel. An 18k gold frames the character and is ready to be worn as a necklace. Harlequins gained popularity in the late-1500s and are characterized by their checkered costumes. They were comic characters that were popular to entertain in French and Italian theatrics. Material: 18k gold and enamel. Hallmarks: Eagle head punch and maker’s mark.