In 1485 a new family of rulers called the Tudors seized the throne of England. From 1154 - 1399 a family called the Plantagenets had ruled England. The crown was then taken by the Lancaster family but, in 1455, a rival family, the Yorks, threatened the throne. The fighting that broke out between them was known as the Wars of the Roses. In 1485 Henry Tudor defeated the Yorkist King Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth and became King Henry VII of England. The Tudor dynasty lasted 118 years, and finished in 1603 when Elizabeth I died.

Jewellery was a big part of Tudor fashion for those who were rich and important because it showed both their wealth and status.

The most common types of jewellery were rings, brooches, bracelets, necklaces and earrings. These were made from gold and silver and were often inlaid with precious stones.

The Tudor rose is a floral heraldic emblem that takes its name and origins from the Tudor dynasty.

When Henry VIII married Elizabeth of York he adopted the tudor rose badge.

This Tudor Rose Pendant is made from lead-free pewter and is supplied on a strong black cord.  It is approximately 20mm in diameter. The fold-over information card is full colour on the front and has historical information on the reverse.