Stunning high carat gold pendant modelled as as three ovals, the central oval with quatrefoil  pattern, the centre with applied eight pointed star set with old cut diamonds.
The surround decorated with four gold ball finials.
Largest central old cut about .33 carats.
 
An eight-pointed star is most commonly called an octagram. It can also be referred to by other names depending on its specific design or cultural context, such as the Star of Lakshmi (in Hinduism), the Seal of Solomon or Khatim Sulayman (in Islam), or the Brunswick star (in heraldry). 
 
Looks great worn on a gold snake chain or rope chain, or even on a chunky gold albert chain.
 
Weighs - 5.6g
Measures - 39mm x 17mm
Star measures - 18mm x 14mm
15 carat gold and old cut diamonds
English circa 1880
Good antique condition. One of the out small beads is dented.