495.00
Georgian/Erly Victorian French Jet and Gold cased Maltese Cross Pendant
A stylish and unusual piece of Antique Georgian Mourning Jewellery.
Comprised of a French Jet stylised Maltese cross with a central facet cut, rock crystal cover protecting an intricately plaited lock of fair hair in an ornate gold frame.
The Maltese cross was a symbol of protection and a badge of honour. The back of the pendant is black lacquer covered copper, a typical Georgian treatment.
A plain jump ring allows the pendant to be worn with a chain. In very good antique condition.
Circa: 1820/30
Materials: French jet.
Metal: tests as15ct
Yellow gold. Rock crystal. Lacquer coated copper.
Dimensions: 3cm x 3cm.
Total weight: 11.8 gm
NP38