Victorian silver garnet, paste and pearl cross, Renaissance Revival, ca. 1890–1900
Victorian silver garnet, paste and pearl cross, Renaissance Revival, ca. 1890–1900
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Hanging cross from the last third of the 19th century, made of tested silver and constructed with an open, symmetrical, architectural structure. It features a central rosette with a reddish stone surrounded by small mother-of-pearl pearls, as well as various stones in red and violet tones distributed on the four arms.
Its design reflects the historicist Renaissance Revival taste, characteristic of much European jewelry from the late 19th century. The widened arms, the openwork construction, the small serrated bezels, and the combination of colored stones with pearly elements reinterpret Renaissance ornamental repertoires within the Victorian language. Some of the stones are visually compatible with garnets, while others could correspond to rhinestones or antique pastes, so a cautious identification of the materials is maintained.
- Period / Style: Late Victorian, Renaissance Revival
- Origin: Likely Central Europe
- Circa: 1890–1900
- Materials: Tested silver, garnets and rhinestones with small pearls
- Hallmarks or Punches: Not indicated
- Acid Test: Performed
- Measurements: 5.1 × 3.3 cm
- Weight: 7.59 g
Condition: These items are not new; they show signs of wear and may have scratches and imperfections typical of their age and use. Please examine the photos carefully, some stones show visible differences in color, transparency and appearance compared to the whole, so it cannot be ruled out that some may have been replaced in a previous intervention. We offer an accurate description; if you need to confirm a detail, please write to us before purchasing.
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