Vintage pendant with real pressed Edelweiss flower inside, on a ball chain necklace, c. 1930's - 1940's. 
 
The Edelweiss flower symbolizes 'True Love and Sacrifice' in the historical language of Floriography. Give the gift of true love with this real preserved Edelweiss flower necklace. This necklace would make for the perfect engagement, wedding, or anniversary gift to a loved one. 
 
A bit of history about this beautiful Alpine flower: 
According to folklore many brave men have mountaineered to dangerous and fatal locations in the European Alps to harvest the rare Edelweiss flower to give to their loved one as a sign of their love and devotion. Unfortunately some would fall to their death and each Edelweiss botanical represents a tear shed in their memory. 
Edelweiss is also the National flower of Switzerland.