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Nice 17th century Gold & Ruby Jewelled Pendant Enamel of the Virgin Mary RARE

$ 1232.88

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Metal Purity: 18k
  • Style: Jewel Pendant
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: France
  • Main Stone: Ruby
  • Material: Gold
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back
  • Metal: Gold
  • Item must be returned within: 14 Days

    Description

    T
    his is a wonderful Baroque gold and jewelled pendant, dating to the early 17th century. It is set with an enamel plaque of the Virgin Mary, with a scalloped bezel on the back. The frame is adorned with eight table cut rubies, in tightly rubbed settings. The suspension loop appears to be a later replacement or repair.
    OBJECT:
    Pendant
    CULTURE:
    Baroque
    DATE:
    c. 1600 - 1650 A.D.
    MATERIAL:
    Gold, Ruby, and enamel
    SIZE:
    31mm x 22mm x 4mm
    WEIGHT:
    4.12 grams
    PROVENANCE:
    Ex. property of a Mayfair gentlema
    n
    This item is unconditionally guaranteed to be a
    n antique original and to date from the period described. A certificate of authenticity will be supplied on request.