Vintage "Break in Case of Emergency" Ten-pound note charm leaf 50ct Centre Opal

50ct Centre Opal

18K yellow gold (750/1000)

40mm Weight 28

65mm Gemstone Triangle Cut Citrine

heirloom-quality diamond necklace

Vintage "Break in Case of Emergency" Ten-pound note charm leaf 50ct Centre OpalThis sweet charm, made in solid 9K gold with hallmarks for 1977 Birmingham, is an iconic "break in case of emergency" pendant. Popularized in the late 60s and throughout the 1970s, these charms were often given as gifts, with one, five, ten, and sometimes even twenty pound notes folded very tightly and set under glass. Some of these charms are engraved "Break In Case of Emergency" along the side. They remain very collectible and still make excellent